Ketchikan Low Tide Beach Exploration Adventure
Discover Tidal Treasures and Wildlife at Ketchikan's Beach with Bonfire and Totem Park Visit
AK
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore Ketchikan's Best Beach During Low Tide
- • Enjoy A 2.5 Hour Excursion with Tide Pool Exploration
- • Discover Ketchikan's Most Unique Wildlife Spotting Experience
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Experience the magical wonder of Ketchikan with a Low Tide Excursion and Beach Bonfire, featuring a stop at the picturesque Totem Bight State Park. This unique adventure allows explorers of all ages to discover the breathtaking natural beauty of one of Ketchikan's finest beaches during its rare low tide. Suitable for families and individuals alike, this excursion offers a perfect blend of beach exploration and cultural insight.
Participants will embark on an unforgettable journey to a sandy beach renowned for its diverse marine life. As the tide recedes, it's the ideal time to explore tide pools teeming with colorful starfish, lively crabs, fascinating sea urchins, and even the occasional octopus. Guests can take in the stunning views while keeping an eye out for majestic bald eagles, playful seals, or migrating whales in the distance. After an exciting exploration, gather around a cozy beach bonfire to roast delicious s'mores and share stories while enjoying the calming sound of waves lapping against the shore. A visit to the nearby Totem Bight State Park offers a glimpse into Alaska’s rich native culture, showcasing beautifully crafted totem poles and a traditional Clan House set against a stunning natural backdrop.
This experience is not just a day out; it’s a memorable gift for anyone who loves nature and adventure. Whether for a special occasion or simply to say "I care," the Low Tide Excursion and Beach Bonfire provides an enchanting way to create lasting memories. Treat yourself or a loved one to this extraordinary journey in Ketchikan, where laughter, exploration, and relaxation blend seamlessly under the open sky.
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Experience Overview:
Low Tide Excursion & Totem Bight ParkA truly unique experience which is only offered here. Explore one of the best beaches of Ketchikan at low tide. This special excursion is ONLY offered once a day to take advantage of the lowest tide.
One of Ketchikan's best locations for spotting bald eagles, seals, and whales from land, this beach is known for its rock and tide pools. At low tide, you can walk the beach and find dozens of different types of crabs, starfish, urchins, and sea anemones. You might even see an octopus.
On the drive to, or back from, the excursion, stop by Totem Bright State Park for a self-guide visit to learn about local Alaskan Native culture. And of course, see some totem poles.
This excursion is family-friendly and suitable for all ages.
Meeting Point
Ketchikan Cruise Ship Docks
Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA
Ketchikan Rain Gauge Directions: 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 "Puddle Jumpers."
If your cruise ship docks at Ward Cove, we will arrange for your pickup enroute.
What to expect:
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Ketchikan
Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA
After being picked up, you will be driven to a local beach at low tide, where you can explore the sandy beach and see starfish, sea urchins, crabs, whales, seals, eagles, and more.
2 hours
Totem Bight State Historical Park
9883 N Tongass Hwy, Ketchikan, 99901-9246, Alaska
An 11-acre park that is packed with restored and re-carved totems as well as a colorful Clan House. Providing a stunning backdrop to the totems is the park's lush rainforest setting and the rocky coastline along Tongass Narrows.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour operators will be providing resources and expertise for self exploration.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
Organized by
Alaska Puddle Jumpers
Product SKU: US-16914-0001
Ketchikan Low Tide Beach Exploration Adventure
AK
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore Ketchikan's Best Beach During Low Tide
- • Enjoy A 2.5 Hour Excursion with Tide Pool Exploration
- • Discover Ketchikan's Most Unique Wildlife Spotting Experience
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