Ketchikan Cultural and Wildlife Exploration Tour

Broaden your horizons with Clan House Tours:
We are an Alaskan Native (Haida) owned and operated guide service in beautiful Ketchikan, Alaska, specializing in small VIP tours that will enhance your knowledge about the rich culture and history of the Haida & Tlingit people. You can’t experience Ketchikan without spotting some wildlife, so we have 3 stops just for possible sightings of bears, salmon, and eagles. You will also learn all about the history behind the iconic totem poles of Alaska as we explore the Totem Heritage Center and hear legendary stories that have been passed down for generations. All our vans are equipped with microphones so everyone can enjoy the great narration of everything Ketchikan and Haida. We will also show you what medicinal plants and berries are edible as we travel through the Rainforest in our comfy van. Traveling with us means no questions are left unanswered and that you leave Ketchikan satisfied with your cultural experience.

Meeting Point

131 Front St

131 Front St, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

Departure Point: A representative will be at the Ketchikan Rain Gauge, located outside of the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau, on BERTH 2 of the cruise ship dock, holding a sign that says "Clan House Tours."

What's included:

• Umbrella
• Binoculars

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Salmon Ladder

661 Park Ave, Ketchikan, AK 99901, Ketchikan, 99901, Alaska

See salmon make their way up Ketchikan Creek using the famous salmon ladder!

20 minutes

Tongass Car Rental

5887 S Tongass Hwy, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

The eagle's nest perched behind this pulloff is perfect for spotting young eagles and other wildlife.

15 minutes

North Tongass Highway

N Tongass Hwy, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

Hidden falls other wise known as Rainbow falls is a beautiful waterfall just hidden off the North Tongass Highway, and there are medicinal plants to be viewed here as well.

20 minutes

Herring Cove

8033-7979 S Tongass Hwy, Ketchikan, 99901-9757, Alaska

This famous bear viewing area is the perfect place to spot black bears and eagles fishing for salmon. There are many mother bears that bring their cubs here as well so be on the lookout!

30 minutes

Totem Heritage Center

601 Deermount St, Ketchikan, 99901-6611, Alaska

The totem heritage center has fascinating artifacts that show the origins and history of the totem poles and other carvings. Inside you'll find old carvings, ancient artowork, woven baskets and hats, and even a traditional canoe on display. This is definitely a save-the-best-for-last type of attracetion we think you'll enjoy.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included