Tours/Sitka/Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour
Viator · group up to 16 pax

Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour

5.0(69)Sitka1 hour
VIATOR5.0(34)TRIPADVISOR5.0(35)

Description

I (Captain Matt) along with my crew member take our guests out for an incredible experience on the waters in and around Sitka Sound viewing the breathtaking scenery and enjoying diverse wildlife encounters! You may see many if not all of the following wildlife, Humpback whales, Sea Lions, Sea Otters, Harbor Seals, Ravens, Bald eagles, shearwaters, cormorants, 2 types of puffins, and many other sea birds too numerous to mention. Bears are regularly viewed in the late summer early fall, and occasionally viewed in the spring. As I have had a long career commercial fishing in Southeast Alaska, I give unique insight into the local fishing industry. Both my crew and I will also enlighten you on local history and life in Sitka. To ensure your experience is genuine, my crew is always either one of my family, or a local hire that truly knows Sitka. We live it year round!!

Tour Options

Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour

Itinerary

120 min

Cruise the waters of Beautiful Sitka Sound, and the outer coastline of Baranof Island viewing Sea Lions, Sea Otters, Harbor seals, Humpback Whales, possibly Orcas, Bald Eagles, and a vast variety of sea birds. Many times all in one tour.

Highlights

Experienced local resident captain
Bottled water
Heated cabin
Indoor and outdoor seating
Binoculars
Restroom on board
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks

What's included

Included
Experienced local resident captain
Bottled water
Heated cabin
Indoor and outdoor seating
Binoculars
Restroom on board
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks

Traveller Ratings

5.0
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(69)

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ruth_g
July 3, 2026
Alaska

A lot of fun. Lots of interesting information. Puppies were cute. Fun time for everyone. To much time for reviee

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Erica_V
July 2, 2026
Great day on the water

We had a great day on the water. We got to see whales and lots of different wildlife. The day was amazing.

Operator response

Thanks so much for joining us! Captain Matt

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David_L
July 1, 2026
Pilot was very...

Pilot was very knowledgeable and courteous. The boat was very well equipped. Even though we were not able to see everything the pilot wanted us to see, our family enjoyed the trip very much.

Operator response

Thanks for joining us!

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Julia_B
June 29, 2026
Awesome wildlife adventure

Matt was so much fun to meet. He is so warm and personable and he knows these waters! He went to extreme effort to get us to see some Orcas and it paid off. Tons of humpbacks as well plus sea otters and seals. This trip was just 8 of us which made it nice too as everyone had a view with inside or outside seating areas. I highly recommend Matt and crew for this excursion. It was well worth the cost and an experience we shall not forget!!!

Operator response

Thanks so much for joining us! We enjoyed sharing this experience with you!

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MAsunny12
June 29, 2026
Favorite thing we did on our Alaskan cruise

My family of 5 ranging from 11 years old to 72 had such a great time on the boat. Matt and Sophia were great. Matt was super helpful in helping me coordinate everything. We met in town and then the boat dropped us off back at our ship which is super convenient to avoid the shuttle back. There were 3 other people with us, so really small group which was great to get away from the crowds. We saw humpback whales and grey whales so close you could almost touch them! Also bald eagles, sea lions, and sea otters. Best part of our trip!

Operator response

So glad you enjoyed our tour! It’s a great pleasure sharing our experiences with you!

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Natalie_T
June 22, 2026
Wonderful time seeing whales, seals, and eagles

Wonderful excursion! I have been whale watching in California, and was so bored. This experience was very different. The guided were kind, and very knowledgeable! They know where the seals will be, and where the whales hang out. We saw SO many whales! Snacks were an added bonus.

Operator response

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it so much!

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Scott_A
June 16, 2026
Whales, Whales, and more Whales

Absolutely amazing. Captain was fantastic, ship sits about 15, covered areas throughout. You will see whales (we saw grey and humpback), sea otters, seals, eagles, and much more. Small boat, so he can get up close. Can be a little choppy, but Wow, it was so worth it.

Operator response

Thanks so much

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Tj1593
June 16, 2026
Best boat trip -EVER!

Me, my boyfriend and our 2 friends booked. Having been to on boat trips before, I was a bit sceptical about if we’d actually see a whale or anything really at all. Well I was blown away - we all were! We saw so much wildlife and Captain Matt did everything he could to really maximise our experience. Sophie was also really friendly, chatty and very knowledgeable about the wildlife we were seeing. We loved how the boat wasn’t too crowded, how everyone was able to see everything and the fact that there were also hot drinks and snacks to keep us going. At the end of the tour, we were expecting to get dropped back off in Sitka, but we were actually given the option to get off right next to our cruise ship. This was a big help and was really appreciated. Overall, I can say without a single doubt at all, that this was by far the best boat trip and experience I’ve ever encountered! If you’re thinking of booking and aren’t sure… DO IT! You won’t regret it!

Operator response

Thanks so much! We enjoyed having you onboard!! Captain Matt

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David_T
June 16, 2026
Best boat trip EVER!

Me, my boyfriend and our 2 friends booked. Having been to on boat trips before, I was a bit sceptical about if we’d actually see a whale or anything really at all. Well I was blown away - we all were! We saw so much wildlife and Captain Matt did everything he could to really maximise our experience. Sophie was also really friendly, chatty and very knowledgeable about the wildlife we were seeing. We loved how the boat wasn’t too crowded, how everyone was able to see everything and the fact that there were also hot drinks and snacks to keep us going. At the end of the tour, we were expecting to get dropped back off in Sitka, but we were actually given the option to get off right next to our cruise ship. This was a big help and was really appreciated. Overall, I can say without a single doubt at all, that this was by far the best boat trip and experience I’ve ever encountered! If you’re thinking of booking and aren’t sure… DO IT! You won’t regret it!

Operator response

👍❤️

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howdawg713
June 13, 2026
Incredible journey & Incredible Crew

My wife booked this tour for our family trip to Alaska (5 of us) on a stop on a cruise (Virgin Cruise line) we were on with a stop in Sitka. We saw whales, sea otters, bald eagles etc. I sat inside and spoke with the capital and leaned a lot about the area, he’s very personable and very down to earth with a ton of local knowledge. He built the very boat you tour on, and it’s cool with all the amenities you’ll need. Boat builder, Captian and tour guide all in one make this experience absolutely worth it. His mate was also very knowledgeable of the seas and local area, she grew up there. What’s not to like. All 5 of us loved the experience and would 100% do this again if in Sitka. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Operator response

Thanks for joining us! Glad you enjoyed our tour and visit to our beautiful town! Captain Matt

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