Alaska Boatman Adventure

Boatman's Adventure Excursion through Clarence Strait & Clover Pass in Ketchikan
Excursion Highlights:
  • Spot whales, eagles, and bears on an exhilarating Alaska Boatman Adventure, diving deep into the Alaskan wilderness
  • Enjoy a scenic drive to Knudson Cove, nestled in the serene Tongass National Forest, far from the bustling downtown Ketchikan
  • Receive a comprehensive safety introduction before hopping aboard your 14-foot, fully equipped, rigid-hulled inflatable boat
  • Navigate Clarence Strait and Clover Pass, all under the guidance of expert local tour guides, taking you further than any downtown departure
  • Secure your spot fast on this popular, boutique experience with limited seating for 4 per boat
Price: $230.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Eco, Nature
Shore Excursion Duration 3 Hours 30 Minutes
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? An approximately 5 to 10 minute walk from the cruise ship pier.
Food/Beverage Provided A snack and a hot beverage are included.
Recommended Dress in layers to adjust to changing weather conditions. Wear closed toe, athletic footwear with flat soles suitable for climbing in and out of the boat and over rocks.
Restrictions Participants must be at least 8 years old. Maximum weight per guest is 350 pounds. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Guests age of 18 to 21 not accompanied by a parent or guardian must have a legal guardian sign a liability form. Please request a copy when ordering this tour.

Guided Boat Tour of Ketchikan

This Ketchikan boutique excursion begins as you board your transportation for a scenic, 25 minute drive out of downtown Ketchikan to Knudson Cove, an "off the beaten track" waterfront property in the Tongass National Forest far from the busy downtown waterfront.

After a safety orientation and introduction to your custom built rigid hulled boat, you will suit up in the included one piece Mustang type suit which will give you additional protection from the elements. You will then board your 14 foot rigid hulled inflatable boat that is fully equipped with console steering, with a max speed of 25 knots from the 40 HP stroke engines. The boats for the Ketchikan tour have two bench seats fitted with low rollbars for grabbing hold of. With seating for 4, guests will be matched up so that each boat has at least one driver. (Drivers can switch off at the break)

Depending on weather conditions that day, your guide will set a course for fun. Usually the course goes through Clarence Strait and into Clover Pass. This takes you much deeper into the great Alaska outdoors than any boat tour departing from downtown could hope to. Follow the guide in your fast boat through rainforest islands keeping a eye out for wildlife: Whales, porpoises, seals, eagles, sea lions, bears.

Go deep into bays and inlets where, in season, salmon spawning streams attract black bears. This is a Ketchikan excursion for the spirited traveler with an opportunity to drive your own RIB among the islands north of Ketchikan.