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A truly unique experience which is only offered here. Explore one of the best beaches of Ketchikan at low tide. This special excursion is ONLY offered once a day to take advantage of the lowest tide.
One of Ketchikan's best locations for spotting bald eagles, seals, and whales from land, this beach is known for its rock and tide pools. At low tide, you can walk the beach and find dozens of different types of crabs, starfish, urchins, and sea anemones. You might even see an octopus.
On the drive to, or back from, the excursion, stop by Totem Bright State Park for a self-guide visit to learn about local Alaskan Native culture. And of course, see some totem poles.
This excursion is family-friendly and suitable for all ages.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Guests on Norwegian cruise ships will be picked up at Ward Cove Guests on non-Norwegian cruise ships will be picked up at the Ketchikan Rain Gauge on the dock downtown near the cruise ships.
Itinerary
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After being picked up, you will be driven to a local beach at low tide, where you can explore the sandy beach and see starfish, sea urchins, crabs, whales, seals, eagles, and more.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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An 11-acre park that is packed with restored and re-carved totems as well as a colorful Clan House. Providing a stunning backdrop to the totems is the park's lush rainforest setting and the rocky coastline along Tongass Narrows.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour operators will be providing resources and expertise for self exploration.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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