Whale Watch & Sea Otter Quest

Join an award-winning cruise that offers the opportunity to observe sea otters, whales, sea lions, porpoises, harbor seals, brown bears, deer, bald eagles, and more!

Duration

2 Hours

Tour Price

Adults $169.76

Children (ages 3-12) $132.03

Infants (ages 2 and under) Free

While there is no charge for children two years & younger, all guests must have a ticket due to coast guard regulations.

Tour Highlights

• Sitka Sound is home to the greatest variety of wildlife in Southeast Alaska -sea otters, whales, sea lions, porpoises, harbor seals, brown bears, puffins, bald eagles, and more!
• Throughout the voyage an onboard naturalist will provide educational enrichment regarding local flora and fauna, history, and Alaska Native culture. While sea otter and whale viewing is our top priority on this tour, you may also have an opportunity to view and photograph other notable features of the area, including Mount Edgecumbe,  Saint Lazaria and more!
• Every voyage is unique, custom-designed by your experienced Alaskan captain and crew. You'll have the opportunity to view sea otters, humpback whales, orca, sea lions, porpoises, seals, eagles, and more!
• Tour operator has been operating for over 50 years in Sitka, Alaska. This is a family and native owned organization that provides the ultimate guest experience from start to finish.

Meeting Location

Crescent Harbor, 330 Harbor Drive

Vessel Amenities

• Complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, tea and select snacks available.
• Spacious outdoor observation deck
• Climate controlled interior seating with panoramic windows.
• Includes one, or more, restroom(s)

Good to Know

• The tour departs and returns from Crescent Harbor. Guests should meet 15 minutes prior to departure time.
• **Accessibility:** This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Participants may have to walk up to 150-yards and negotiate 3-4 steps with non-lifting assistance to embark tour vessel. Once onboard minimal walking is required.
• **Cancellation Policy:** A $10 per person processing fee will be charged for cancellations made after booking is confirmed. No refund for cancellation made less than 48 hours prior to departure. If a tour is cancelled by the operator for any reason, the customer will receive a full refund.
• **Tour Minimums:** Tours do need to reach a minimum capacity to operate. We will contact guests 48 hours in advance if the tour has not reached a minimum.

We look forward to you joining us!

• Guests should arrive at the designated meeting location at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled tour departure time. A Tour Representative will be present at this location to collect tickets and direct guest onto the vessel.

Please contact the Sitka office at 1(907)747-8100 or email [email protected] if you have any additional questions about your tour!

Location

Crescent Harbor

Address: 330 Harbor Dr., Sitka, AK, 99835

Tour representative will be on the corner of Centennial Hall (the left corner, when looking at the building)

What to Bring

• Keep a rain jacket, hat, and gloves close at hand at all times
• Warm layers
• Camera and/or handheld video equipment
• Binoculars
• USD Cash / Credit Cards for onboard purchases

Sea Sickness

Guests with extreme sensitivity to motion sickness may want to take medication at least 1 hour prior to tour departure time.

Accessibility Information

Participants may have to walk up to 150-yards, transit a tide variable dock ramp, and negotiate 3-4 steps with non-lifting assistance only to embark the tour vessel. Once on board the vessel, little or no walking is required. Call for date-specific details.