Where to go · SITKA WHALE WATCHING TOURS
The season here is short and the good boats fill first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Sitka’s small-group whale watching tour, with practical advice on wildlife, guides, boats, price, pickup, weather, and value.
“Worth every penny. Small group so much better than the larger boats. Mike the guide was concerned about weather and our fun. We saw Salmon. Bears. Sea Otters. And WHALES!!!!!”
Review of Sitka Sound Tours whale watching, with small groups, local guides, wildlife sightings, pricing, logistics, and honest drawbacks.
“Captain Rick was nice but unless you’re sitting right up front next to him, it is nothing more than a super expensive boat ride. He didn’t talk to anyone other than the couple sitting up front with him. Barely any commentary on Sitka or what we were seeing. Saw a whale and a couple of sea lions on a buoy but even when we slowed down to look at those animals, Captain Rick didn’t volunteer any information. Definitely did not feel the trip was worth the money.”
Review of Sitka’s 2-hour private whale watching cruise, with humpbacks, sea lions, otters, guides, pricing, weather tips, and booking advice.
“Tad is an amazing Captain. He went out of his way to make sure we had an experience beyond our wildest dreams. We saw whales with their calves, sea lions, eagles, otters, and a mama brown bear with her 2 cubs. All along, Tad informed us about the local culture, history, and the importance of the local ecosystem. Very approachable, Tad made this a wonderful experience beyond our expectations. We recommend Tad highly and without hesitation.”
Review of Sitka’s small-group whale watching cruise, with wildlife, Mount Edgecumbe views, pricing, logistics, value, and booking tips.
“Amazing tour! Rick has a spotless boat. My family was very comfortable and loved that he had heat and snacks. We saw whales, otters, sea lions and eagles. It absolutely met all of our expectations and more.”
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