THE TOUR

After donning rain gear, your guide will escort you down the dock to your Zodiac and familiarize you with the simple automobile-like controls of the boat and your adventure begins. Yes, you can drive the boat! Boats will leave the harbor, following the lead guide boat. The guide will travel through Sitka Sound to various points of interest where there will be opportunities to stop, “raft up”, and learn about the area and take photos. You may swap drivers at these stops. At the conclusion of the tour, you will enjoy a complimentary hot drink and snack.

location

 

Your adventure starts and ends at our gray gear-up trailer located behind Harrigan Hall in downtown Sitka (330 Harbor Drive) — you can’t miss it, it says SITKA ZODIAC ADVENTURES on the side!

Harrigan Hall is the drop off point for visiting cruise ship passengers. Transportation is typically provided by your cruise ship, free of charge, whether by bus or tender (about a 10 minute ride each). There is complimentary parking in Crescent Harbor parking lot adjacent to Harrigan Hall if you are staying in town.

Duration

Approximately 2.5 hours

tour highlights

Highlights can include:

  • Tranquil secluded water surrounding various islands in Sitka Sound

  • Breathtaking mountain views and rugged Alaska coastline

  • Sitka’s iconic Rockwell Lighthouse

  • Mt. Edgecumbe volcano

  • Baranof Castle Hill

  • O’Connell Bridge

  • Sitka Harbor

  • Commercial fishing vessels

  • Fish processing stations and more

What to Wear

Guests will be provided with:

  • Full body rain gear (if necessary)

  • Gloves

  • Warm hat

  • Coast Guard approved life preserver

We recommend you come prepared wearing sturdy shoes and layered clothing as it can easily be shed if needed.

Reservations

Tour cost is $189.00/person + taxes and fees. There are no child rates. Payment is required in full at the time of reservation.

Adventure happens rain or shine. In general, tours require two passengers minimum in order to run. All drivers must be 25 years or older, have prior boating experience, and provide a valid driver’s license. Drivers and passengers must sign a Release of Liability Waiver. Groups of 2 or 3 may be paired with other guests.

We offer multiple tour times each day to help accommodate several cruise ships in port at the same time. If you have any questions concerning which tour slot will work for your schedule, we highly recommend you contact us at (907) 738-4123 so we can help you choose the correct time for your schedule. Guests are responsible for ensuring their selected tour coincides with their cruise ship schedule.

Cancellation Policy

A full refund will be given to guests who cancel their tour 7 days or more prior to tour departure. There will be no refunds given to those who cancel within 7 days of their trip departure time. Guests will receive a full refund in the event that their cruise ship does not dock in port. If the ship is late, we will work to reschedule tour times to accommodate. If this is the case, please call us at (907) 738-4123 and we will give you the updated tour times. If your call will not go through, try texting. If the tour is canceled by the operator for any reason (including, but not limited to, fog or high winds), the customer will be refunded in full or they may reschedule. If guests are more than 5 minutes late or are no-shows, the tour will depart without them and they will be charged the full price. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate our guests.

Risk and Responsibility

This tour takes place in Sitka Sound where water conditions vary from smooth to rough and choppy. It is not recommended for guests who have difficulty walking, neck or back problems, or who are pregnant. We do not assume liability for injury, property damage or loss related to our excursion. Participation is at your own risk. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.