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✔ Small-Group Experience
✔ Local Guides
✔ Off the Beaten Path
Experience Sitka the way locals do--on foot, surrounded by rainforest, ocean views, and rich natural history.
This guided nature hike is designed for travelers who want to slow down, breathe in the fresh Alaskan air, and truly connect with the land. Along the way, your knowledgeable local guide will share stories about Sitka's ecology, wildlife, and cultural history.
Covering Sitka's 14 miles of road, this tour offers access to diverse landscapes and viewpoints without long drives or strenuous hikes, making it an ideal way to experience Southeast Alaska beyond the crowds.
This tour focuses on appreciation, education, and connection to nature rather than speed or distance, making it perfect for curious explorers and nature lovers of all ages.
Step off the beaten path--and away from tourist attractions--into Sitka's stunning landscapes. Reserve your hike today and discover why this island captivates nature lovers.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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A serene wetland where forest meets tidewater, rich in birdlife and natural beauty
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Visit Sitka's most loved "Magic Island" for sweeping views across Sitka Sound and surrounding islands
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A wild Alaska beach perfect for ocean views and beachcombing
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
"Totem Park" Walk beneath towering spruce trees among historic totem poles
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
Scenic coastal stop with expansive views and potential marine wildlife sightings
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A lookout over Silver Bay with stunning fjord views framed by forested mountains
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The lovely Thimbleberry Creek trail, a peaceful forest trail highlighting Sitka’s lush plant life, rainforest, and a waterfall view
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Tour our main street--where your guide will provide narration and suggestions for shops and restaurants--and see the beautiful Russian Orthodox Church, St. Michael's
Admission ticket free -
8
Drive over O'Connell Bridge, taking in the gorgeous views of Sitka Sound, and its myriad of islets to Japonsky Island and the picture-perfect postcard view of Sitka-by-the-Sea, a panoramic view tying land, sea, and sky.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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