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Join this amazing 2-hour Eco Tour with an experienced local guide in a small group with maximum of 11 guests. Explore the Rainforest on a nature trail in the Tongass National Forest and stop at a beautiful waterfall viewing area. Admire the lush green rainforest with giant trees, cascading creek and moss blanketed forest floor. Journey to the Totem Park where you will hear stories behind the magnificent totem poles and learn about the fascinating Alaska Native Culture. We are local family owned business in Ketchikan and love to share our beautiful surroundings with you. Our rainforest walk and totem park tour allows you to visit 2 wonderful locations with knowledgeable guide.
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Meeting and pickup
If your ship lands in Ketchikan between berths 1, 2, 3, and 4 we pick up at berth 2 next to the statue called The Rock by the Ketchikan Visitors Center. If your ship lands in Ward Cove, we pick up in Ward Cove at the Welcoming Center next to the restrooms. We have a green sign that says Wild Wolf Tours
Itinerary
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The journey then takes us to a Totem Park where you will see the majestic Alaska Native Totem Poles with the Pacific ocean setting the perfect backdrop. You will have the opportunity to step inside the historic clan house while learning about the culture of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian people. Your local guide will share the stories and meanings behind these magnificent carvings with you. There are wonderful photo opportunities throughout this nature adventure. Transportation to and from the cruise ship dock is included. small group sizes of 11 guests or less, which enables us to offer you a quality personal experience.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Tongass National Forest
On the scenic coastal drive to the Rainforest trailhead, your guide will narrate on the local history and lore of Ketchikan. You will experience the lush rainforest of Alaska with giant trees towering above you and moss blanketing the forest floor. This rainforest trail is in the Tongass National Forest, which is the nation's largest national forest. Your local guide will lead you through the easy nature trail while pointing out indigenous trees and plants along the way. You will learn how these abundant resources were vital to the Alaska Native people. During this, off the beaten path excursion, stop at a beautiful waterfall viewing area, where there is a bench if you would like to relax for a few minutes. The walking time on the trail is approximately 40 minutes total. After the rainforest walk, enjoy bottled water and a snack of tasty smoked salmon dip with crackers. This is a family-friendly excursion and can include a scavenger hunt and geocaching for the kids on the trail.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Travelers should be able to walk 1 mile to 1.5 miles on gravel trail.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide full ship name (not just Cruiseline).
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We have rain ponchos or umbrellas available.
- A child car seat or booster seat available upon request, we must be notified ahead of time
- We reserve the right to change trail and or totem park locations, depending on current conditions.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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