Saxman Native Village Tours

Ketchikan is one of Alaska’s most visited cruise ports, renowned for its salmon fishing, wildlife, and indigenous heritage. On this tour, take in all the highlights with a local guide. See the famous salmon ladder, admire the traditional totem poles at the Saxman Native Village, enjoy whale-watching from Rotary Beach, and look out for seals, eagles, and bears at Herring Cove.

As a local native born and raised here in ketchikan alaska I am Tlingit Indian I am a Commercial Pilot a Commercial Driver and Commercial Fisherman. I have spent over 20 years in the Tourist industry giving Tours in the Air, & on land Our Tours cover all of the History, Culture, & Wildlife in Ketchikan Alaska We have many stops for photo opportunities along the coastal highway here on the island of revilla and we dont rush anyone .

Our guests will have comfort and a knowledgeable tour guide. We will make sure that all passengers get plenty of time at each stop to experience each location. Even on rainy days you will have a great tour with us.

Customize your tour to accommodate any group up to 11 total passengers! The options are unlimited as the tour guide will talk to you one on one to secure a perfect tour. Some options include: Local totem parks, Local Waterfalls, Beach, Salmon Hatchery, local hike, Bear viewing (in season), etc. etc.

Explore the sights of Ketchikan aboard a San Francisco–style cable car. Traveling on this open-air vehicle, you'll see attractions such as the fish ladder and the Native American totem poles of Saxman Native Village, plus look for wildlife such as bears, seals, salmon, and bald eagles at the Herring Cove viewing area. Tour is fully narrated.

Ketchikan’s only Land and Sea Whale watching, Wildlife, crabbing, sightseeing, city highlights tour.

The sightseeing options are endless on this private shuttle-bus tour of Ketchikan. Charter a comfortable vehicle, accommodating up to 14 of your family and friends, and explore the city and surrounding areas for two or three hours. Your chauffeur-guide provides itinerary suggestions for the amount of time selected. See only what you want to see, and spend as much time as you like at an attraction — such as Totem Bight State Park, hiking and wildlife viewing, and city shopping and dining. It’s up to you!

Experience why Alaska is still called, "The Last Frontier". This amazing tour offers you a once in a lifetime experience that is sure to be the highlight of your Alaskan vacation. You'll feel the power of the Dehavilland aircraft as you lift off the ocean with your pilot guide in the cockpit. State of the art headphones allow you to enjoy this fully narrated tour by air as you gently glide over Tongass Narrows and over the historic Ketchikan Downtown area. Once the plane gently touches down on the waters of George Inlet Fjord, it will glide to a stop at the dock of the lodge, where your host will be awaiting. Your meal will feature a fresh romaine salad, topped with mandarin oranges and tossed in homemade oriental dressing. Steaming hot Dungeness Crab follows as the main course. Savor this Alaskan delicacy that is prized for its sweet and tender meat but save room for dessert. Rich, smooth cheesecake smothered in blueberries will be a perfect ending to this world class meal!

Make the most of your time in port in Ketchikan on a shore excursion that combines two cultural experiences into one tour. After port pickup, you'll visit the Saxman Native Village followed by the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show. Booking this tour in advance saves you the hassle of figuring out how to spend your limited time in port.