Sitka Wildlife Tour: Whale Watching Adventure

Experience whales breaching, sea otters frolicking, and bears foraging on our Sitka wildlife tour. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Sitka Sound - Our lifetime experienced guide will pick you up at a designated meeting place wherever your port is. From there, you will embark on an unbelievable journey in an unforgettable place.

We will explore around Sitka looking for Humpback Whales, Orcas (killer whales), Sea Otters, Coastal Brown Bears, Bald Eagles and so many more other coastal animals.

What's Included
  • Pick up arrangement from either your port or downtown Sitka. We will pick you up in our vessel!
  • Born and raised Alaskan Native Captain
  • Onboard spacious bathroom
  • Snacks
  • Designated pickup and drop off arrangements
  • Spacious deck space to view and photograph wildlife from
What's Not Included
  • Ground transportation
Additional Information

We are thrilled to announce that in the 2024 and 2025 seasons, 100% of our trips included sightings of whales and sea otters!
Join Sitka Expeditions for an unforgettable whale watching and wildlife adventure! Ideal for both cruise ship passengers and independent travelers, our tours are led by knowledgeable guides eager to showcase the wonders of Sitka…

Location
Harrigan Centennial Hall
Harbor Drive
Please meet behind the Harrigan Centennial Hall near the backdoor of the building. We will send you your pickup instructions days prior to your tour. If you are docked at the Sitka Cruise Terminal, please ensure you board a shuttle to downtown Sitka.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Mike
Sep 21, 2025
Amazing wildlife tour! - We had an amazing time in Sitka with Captain Mike! He knew right where to go and we were able to see a brown bear feasting on salmon, sea lions, and multiple humpbacks! He was very knowledgeable about all the wildlife and the area and make it an excellent and educational trip! Would highly recommend if you’re in Sitka and hope to return again someday!
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Armando_a
Sep 19, 2025
Fantastic time, saw a... - Fantastic time, saw a good amount of wildlife, salmon, brown bears within 25 ft, humpbacks right off the boat thank you guys for the great time!
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M1922ojmarkr
Sep 15, 2025
Best excursion in Sitka - don't miss it! - Easily one of the best trips we've ever been on. So professional, with a guide that understood what we wanted to see and took great care of us. Whales, sea otters, and finished with a wonderful brown bear. Just a great day.
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Olga_v
Sep 13, 2025
Forever Memories - Parker was friendly and communication with the company was great! We were comfortable and felt safe at all times. We saw all kinds of alaska wildlife! The beautifully black fin of the orca against the dar green waters and treelined mountains is a picture in my mind that I hope I never forget!
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Merrill_s
Sep 12, 2025
Great day!!!!!!!! - We had a great whale watching tour!!! Mike is a very friendly & fun guy! This is an awesome way to get up close to nature!!! It is a small boat & there were just 4 passengers! Mike gave us great information about everything that we were looking for & that we saw!!! We saw many humpbacks , sea otters & stellar sea lions…and , a beautiful bald eagle! I would book this tour again in a heartbeat!!!!!!!!
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Debbie_m
Sep 10, 2025
It was good. Nice, small... - It was good. Nice, small group. Nice boat. Great captain. I highly recommend. He met us right at the visitor center and we walked down a ramp to the boat.
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Hollie_p
Sep 10, 2025
Sitka wildlife! - This whale watching tour in Sitka, Alaska was absolutely unforgettable! Parker was outstanding—warm, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about marine life. He made sure everyone was comfortable and engaged. We saw humpbacks breaching against the stunning backdrop of Sitka’s rugged coastline. The boat was well-equipped, and the entire experience felt both thrilling and serene. A must-do if you're visiting Sitka!
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Gretchen_a
Sep 8, 2025
Whales and more - I thought we would just see whales but we saw jumping salmon, a bear, sea otters and whales. Awesome day!
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Eric
Sep 8, 2025
A terrific time - Captain Mike was so terrific. Told us so many facts about the area and was patient with all questions. We saw amazing wildlife and truly enjoyed our time on the water.
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Gina_l
Sep 8, 2025
Unforgettable Whale Watching Experience! - One of the best experiences of my life. Seeing the whales up close was simply breathtaking. The tour was very well organized, the crew was friendly and professional, and the naturalist guide made it even more interesting. I 100% recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Alaska.
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