4.9 (376) · Ketchikan · By Adventure Ketchikan Tours Free cancellation
Embark on a distinctive seafood journey in Ketchikan, blending Alaskan wildlife encounters, rainforest exploration, and a memorable seafood feast.
Cruise the picturesque waterways around Ketchikan on our enclosed, heated boat, keeping an eye out for whales, bald eagles, seals, sea lions, and other local fauna.
Disembark at a secluded Alaskan lodge and wander through the heart of the Tongass National Forest, the planet's largest temperate rainforest. Traverse a comfortable raised boardwalk amidst towering trees, lush moss, and stunning natural scenery.
Conclude your adventure with a traditional Alaskan seafood feast featuring Dungeness crab, shrimp, clams, and mussels, prepared as a classic seafood boil with corn, potatoes, pearl onions, and roasted garlic.
This authentic Ketchikan shore excursion offers an ideal mix of wildlife viewing, rainforest discovery, and fresh Alaskan seafood, promising to create lifelong memories.
✓ Bottled water✓ Sea Feast featuring delectable Alaskan Dungeness Crab, shrimp, clams, and mussels with garlic, potatoes, corn on the cob, and pearl onions. Served with French bread and melted butter.✓ Coffee and/or Tea✓ Sea Feast featuring delectable Alaskan Dungeness Crab, shrimp, clams, and mussels with garlic, potatoes, corn on the cob, and pearl onions. Served with French bread and melted butter.1 Program, Step 1
At Clover Pass, you will meet your captain and first mate before boarding the Miss Cindy, an enclosed jet boat. Get ready for an exciting water adventure as your captain navigates through bays and inlets, while your narrator shares insights about the land, air, and sea.
Aboard the boat, you'll have the chance to observe the rich wildlife of Southeast Alaska, including eagles, porpoises, and seals. From May through September, whale sightings are common along the tour route.
Silverking’s exclusive elevated boardwalk trail provides access to the rainforest, which is typically hard to reach. Discover its hidden gems, such as Old Man’s Beard and nursery trees.
At the end of the trail, be sure to have your camera ready for the largest known red cedar in the Tongass National Forest.
Then, return to the lodge for a seafood boil featuring Dungeness crab, shrimp, mussels, clams, sausage, corn, garlic, pearl onions, and French bread.
· 30 min · Admission included
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking.
For Ward Cove ships: Meet your guide at the Ward Cove Welcome Center 15 minutes before departure. The tour departs from Ward Cove. If you choose to shuttle downtown, you will miss your tour.
All downtown ships: Meet at the “Rock” statue next to the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau, 15 minutes prior to departure.
For Ward Cove ships: Meet your guide at the Ward Cove Welcome Center 15 minutes before departure. The tour departs from Ward Cove. If you choose to shuttle downtown, you will miss your tour.
All downtown ships: Meet at the “Rock” statue next to the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau, 15 minutes prior to departure.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Service animals are allowed. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Low tide creates a steep ramp to and from the dock; those with limited mobility should not join. Alaskan Lodge Adventure and Seafeast
Ensure you meet your guide 15 minutes before departure. Be prepared for potential mobility challenges due to tide variations. Have your camera ready for wildlife and the largest red cedar. This tour is not recommended for those with significant cardiovascular health issues. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 295647P1
Activity offered by Adventure Ketchikan Tours via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Travelers with moderate fitness levels Families with young children Wildlife enthusiasts Food lovers Witness abundant Alaskan wildlife including whales and eagles. Explore the Tongass National Forest via an elevated boardwalk. Savor a traditional Dungeness crab seafood boil. Cruise scenic waterways on an enclosed, heated boat.
Population 8,192 (2020)
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Capital city Washington, D.C. Average temperatures 0° Jan 0° Feb 1° Mar 5° Apr 9° May 12° Jun 14° Jul 14° Aug 11° Sept 7° Oct 2° Nov 0° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What wildlife can I expect to see? + You may spot whales, bald eagles, porpoises, seals, and sea lions.
What is included in the Sea Feast? + The Sea Feast includes Dungeness crab, shrimp, mussels, clams, sausage, corn, garlic, pearl onions, and French bread.
What should I do if I have mobility issues? + Due to a steep ramp at low tide, this tour is not recommended for individuals with limited mobility.
What is the meeting point for downtown ships? + Meet at the “Rock” statue next to the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau, 15 minutes prior to departure.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Delicious crab!
calebwQ2967ID, October 2026
Troy and Nate were fantastic!! Very informative and fun! This is the best trip we have been on. The seafood was immaculate as well!
Response from the operator · AK T Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Troy and Nate made your trip both fun and informative. We’ll be sure to let them know how much you loved them! ❤️ It means so much to know that this was the best trip you’ve been on, and we’re delighted you enjoyed the seafood as well!
We truly appreciate you joining us and taking the time to share your experience. We hope to see you again on your next adventure!
★★★★★ Viator review
Great seafood boil and your. We enjoyed the day with our guide.
Marykay_T, September 2026
Great tour. Spent the morning learning some history, beautiful lodge , took a short hike and then had a delicious seafood boil. Would definitely book again.
Response from the operator · AK T Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the history, beautiful lodge, short hike, and, of course, the seafood boil! It was a pleasure having you with us, and we’d love to welcome you back for another great adventure in the future. 🦀🌲
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our Favorite Excursion in Alaska — Wildlife, Rainforest & an Amazing Seafood Feast
Stassibeth, September 2026
This was hands down our favorite excursion of our entire Alaska trip!
From the moment we boarded the boat, the experience was wonderful. One of the absolute highlights was watching a bald eagle swoop down and dip right into the water beside our boat after our guide enticed it with frozen herring. Seeing such a magnificent bird that close was an unforgettable Alaska moment. 🦅
We then explored a beautiful rainforest, walking among the towering trees and lush greenery. It was peaceful, incredibly scenic, and gave us another completely different way to experience the beauty of Alaska.
And then came the seafood feast! The seafood boil was fresh, plentiful and absolutely delicious — the perfect way to finish the adventure.
What made this excursion particularly special for our family was the kindness shown to my parents. Both the captain and tour director were incredibly patient and helpful getting them safely on and off the boat. They never made them feel rushed, and that extra care meant so much to us.
Between the wildlife, beautiful boat ride, rainforest, delicious seafood feast and wonderful crew, this excursion exceeded our expectations. It was our favorite tour of the entire trip, and we would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Ketchikan!
Response from the operator · AK T Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a beautiful and heartfelt review. Knowing that our excursion was your favorite experience of your entire Alaska trip truly means the world to our whole team.
We’re so glad you were able to experience that unforgettable bald eagle moment, explore the rainforest, and enjoy a seafood feast together. Those are the kinds of Alaska memories we hope our guests take home with them.
Most of all, thank you for mentioning the care shown to your parents. It was our pleasure to make sure they felt comfortable, safe, and never rushed. Creating an experience where everyone in the family can relax, feel welcomed, and enjoy the adventure together is incredibly important to us.
Thank you again for choosing to spend part of your Alaska journey with us and for your kind recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming your family back to Ketchikan someday! 🦅🌲🦀❤️
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Freaking amazing
583lucreciab, September 2026
Alaska’s Best is an incredible seafood boil experience from start to finish. Being family-run gives the whole experience a warm, personal feel, and the staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. The boat ride out to the boil made the experience even more memorable, with beautiful scenery along the way. The seafood was delicious and fresh—an experience I’d definitely recommend!
Response from the operator · AK T Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re truly grateful that you chose to experience Alaska with us. As a family-run business, creating a warm, personal experience for our guests means so much to our entire team.
We’re delighted you enjoyed the boat ride, beautiful scenery, and, of course, the fresh seafood boil! Hearing that our crew helped make your experience memorable is especially meaningful to us.
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Ketchikan for another unforgettable Alaska adventure! 🦀🌲🛥️
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Once in a life time
Navigate12788335960, September 2026
Once in a life time adventure , with the best tour guide and caption ! The food was top notch . This exceeded my expectations, ending with a whale sighting .
Response from the operator · AK T Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your experience exceeded your expectations and felt like a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and had such a great experience with our guide and captain. And ending the day with a whale sighting was certainly the perfect Alaska finale! 🐋
Thank you for choosing to adventure with us and for your kind words. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Ketchikan for another unforgettable experience! 🦀🌲
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