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WILDERNESS SEA KAYAKING ADVENTURE
Tour 383
$116
adult, $77 child
under 12
 Begin
this great sea kayaking adventure by suiting up in
quality raingear and lifejackets before transferring
to a floating kayak base camp by motorized
inflatable raft. The short and invigorating journey
on these fully licensed vessels takes you past Sitka
and the surrounding mountains. Upon arrival at the
base camp, you’ll be instructed in the use of safe,
oceangoing, two-person kayaks by knowledgeable
staff. Groups of four to six kayaks will be led by
an experienced guide, well versed in paddling
techniques and the marine environment of the area.
Each of the waterways traveled offers unique
attractions, be it colorful inter-tidal
invertebrates, an eagle swooping from the tree tops,
or the grandeur of the lush rainforest. You may even
see a brown bear, harbor seal, or Sitka black-tailed
deer.
Duration: 3 hours, with 1.5 hours of
kayaking.
Departure times:
Various times available. Usually
accommodates cruise ship schedules.
Daily departures: May 1 - September 30,
2010
SITKA MARINE
WILDLIFE CRUISE Tour 384
3 hour
tour:
$165 per person*
4 hour
tour:
$194 per person*
Both
tours require a 4 person minimum to operate.
This
exclusive small boat experience is a wonderful
opportunity to get away from the crowds and enjoy a
wildlife watching tour. Sitka Sound, on the edge of
the Tongass National Forest, is an amazing place,
absolutely teeming with life! Humpback whales,
orcas, Stellar sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters
and jumping salmon, as well as puffins, eagles and
many other wild animals, call this area home. The
small boat and tour size (maximum 6 passengers)
ensures an up-close experience you won't soon
forget!
Departure times: Various times available.
Usually accommodates cruise ship schedules.
Daily
departures: May 15 - September 15, 2009
*Passengers
weighing 225 lbs and over pay for 2 seats.
HALIBUT AND
SALMON
FISHING
CHARTER SERVICES
Tour 382
4-hour Salmon sport fishing charter:
$ per person
10-hour Halibut/Salmon sport
fishing charter:
$ per person
Both
tours require a 3 person minimum to operate.
Sitka, Alaska is a world class
fishing destination. Located on the west
coast of Baranof Island, Sitka sits directly on
the open ocean. This unique ocean access
makes for some fantastic fishing as we are able
to target King Salmon, Silver Salmon and Halibut
that are returning to the local waters, as well
as transient Kings, Silvers and Halibut that
stop to feed in the Sitka Sound vicinity on
their annual migrations. Ideal for Cruise ship
passengers! Rates DO NOT include
fishing license ($20pp) or King Salmon stamp
($10pp).
Departure times:
Various times available. Usually
accommodates cruise ship schedules.
Daily departures: mid-May to
mid-September, 2009.
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Sitka Cruise Shore Excursions & Tours
governor of the Russian American Company,
decided to build his "castle" here. With
views of island-studded waters and stately
spruce forests reaching to the water's edge,
Sitka is considered Alaska's most beautiful
seaside town. Sitka offers a combination of
Native culture, Russian history, and Alaskan
wilderness which will provide a diverse and
unequaled experience. Wildlife adds to
Sitka's natural beauty. Nearby waters are a
popular feeding ground for humpback whales,
tufted puffins and other sea birds. You may
also spot sea otters, sea lions and other
marine wildlife.
