About this experience
Lighthouse Excursions is a locally owned & operated Ketchikan tour company based out of Ward Cove. We pride yourselves on providing guests with an experience of Southeast Alaska through local eyes. Your Lighthouse, Totems & Eagles Excursion is a grab-bag of some of Ketchikan's top attractions, with a little something for everyone. Whether you're a lighthouse enthusiast, a history and culture buff, or love seeing wildlife in their natural environment, this tour is for you! We're passionate about where we live, and we love showing it off to guests from all over the world.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Our famous hot chocolate supreme, freshly brewed coffee, and an assortment of hot teas are available on our tour.
- Assorted Coke & Pepsi products
- Waterproof, fogproof Bushnell binoculars for your use while on tour
- Restroom on board
- Alder-smoked salmon, salmon spread, crackers, bull kelp pickles, and artisan chocolate.
Itinerary and highlights
Your boats are docked inside Ward Cove, which was once of the site of the largest pulp mill in the United States. Remnants of the old pulp mill can be seen on arrival to your dock, as well as from the water. You'll learn about the industries that once fueled Ketchikan as we leave your dock behind and head out into wilder waters.
View the beautiful Alaska native clan house & totem poles from the water. Your guides will share with you the history of the park and discuss Ketchikan's vibrant Alaska native cultures.
Along the first part of your journey, you'll see many local homes dotting your shoreline, some of them even on their own island! We'll tell you about the unique lifestyle of living remote in Alaska.
View the historic Guard Island Lighthouse from the water, complete with panoramic views of the seascape beyond. Your captain will discuss it's unique architecture, and share with you some of its history.
View the world's largest temperate rainforest from the water. We cruise along the wild shoreline of your remote islands, which are densely populated by Sitka spruce, Western Hemlock, Red & Yellow Cedar, and Red Alder. You'll have plenty of opportunities to observe the beauty of the forest from your tour vessel!
Meeting and pickup information
- GUESTS ARRIVING AT WARD COVE CRUISE SHIP PIER ONLY Meet just outside the exit doors of the Mill at Ward Cove near the green rail cars by the shuttle bus loading area 10 minutes prior to departure time. Our representative will be holding a white sign that says "Lighthouse Excursions."
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Lighthouse Excursions
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests must be able to minimally navigate 3-4 steps on and off our tour vessel and transportation. Wheelchair service to and from the tour vessel is provided for those with limited mobility. Please reach out the operator to coordinate.
- NOTE: The tour operator is NOT able to provide transportation to/from downtown Ketchikan for this tour experience. To book the tour inclusive of a Ketchikan pick-up, please see the Lighthouse, Totems & Eagles Excursion (Ketchikan) listing.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Guests must be able to minimally navigate 3-4 steps on and off our tour vessel and transportation. Wheelchair service to and from the tour vessel is provided for those with limited mobility. Please reach out the operator to coordinate.
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