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Ketchikan Kayak Company
695 reviews
#1 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"It was chilly that day--and we would recommend anyone
paddling
this time of year to make sure you wear plenty of layers and waterproof jackets, pants, rain boots, etc."
"Although Devon had a busy schedule and it was "off-season" he made time to get us all set up with kayaks,
gear
and safety instructions!"
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Carlin Air
397 reviews
#2 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"Me an my husband just returned from Alaska.The
highlight of our trip
was our float plane excursion in Ketchikan to view Misty Fjord.Would definitely do this again."
"
The entire staff
was friendly and professional and our pilot Saul was extremely personable and well- qualified."
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Baranof Fishing Excursions
1,009 reviews
#3 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"Great equipment, big modern
boats
kept us comfortable rain or shine, in addition to catching our limits both days a great bonus was the sightseeing with our wonderful/knowledgeable Captain Chris."
"Our 4 hour fishing trip included catching
rock fish
, 2 Halibut, watching a baby whale, seeing eagles fish and having an amazing camp lunch with our caught fish."
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Family Air Tours
170 reviews
#4 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"We landed on the water and got to get out onto land and walk around for a good 30 mins or so taking in the
beautiful scenery
, snapping pictures, etc. Dave even let our son have a go at fishing (Dave brought his po..."
"Family Air is a
wonderful company
, highly recommended and we also loved playing with Rudy, Kendra's border collie!"
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GO FISH Charters Ketchikan
128 reviews
#5 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
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Mountain Air Service
218 reviews
#6 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
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Alaska Sea Cycle Tours
136 reviews
#7 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"My wife and I joined one other couple for a practically
private tour
of the harbor."
"
Adventure
on the water"
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Alaska King Fishing Charter
276 reviews
#8 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"
Salmon fishing
Ketchikan"
"Alaskan
Salmon Fishing
"
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Ketchikan Helicopters
284 reviews
#9 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"Knowledgeable of the area, it’s history, and
wildlife
; a flight with Ryan is well worth it."
"An
exciting adventure
that I would do again, and again!"
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Island Wings Air Service
719 reviews
#10 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"He shared his knowledge of the area, shared stories and experiences, expertly piloted our aircraft across some of the most breathtaking
scenery
and best of all, chose Big Goat Lake to land us on within Misty Fjord..."
"This was
an amazing experience
and while there are plenty of vendors selling seaplane rides, Michelle is the best and you should book in advance to make sure you can go with her."
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Bering Sea Crab Fishermen's Tour
1,928 reviews
#11 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"They told fisherman survival stories on the bearing sea and their presentations were fully interactive, kid friendly, and hands on, all while showing you beautiful natural scenery and
wildlife
including tons of ea..."
"We did a seaplane tour to the Taku lodge, the Whitepass Scenic Railroad, and an Ocean raft ride and everyone of my family agreed this was their
favorite excursion
."
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The Alaska Catch
249 reviews
#12 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
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SeaWind Aviation
403 reviews
#13 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"This experience was our favorite part of
our entire trip
..absolutely unforgettable!"
"
Amazing experience
with beautiful scenery"
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Alaska Strike Zone Sportfishing
141 reviews
#14 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"... from our cruise trip... Jan and TJ were amazing.... they went above and beyond and it was the highlight of our trip... there was a total of 6 of us and we all caught fish plus seen plenty of
wildlife
..."
"If you are interested in fishing, majestic
scenery
or seeing amazing wildlife, book your trip NOW! A+ The only regret....we forgot to take our special fishing licenses with us when we left the boat, they would hav..."
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Wild Wolf Tours
240 reviews
#15 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"We had a wonderful tour of Ketchikan with our tour guide Natalie, who took us to all the sights, including an amazing hike in the Tongass forest (highlight of the trip!), a guided tour of Potlach
Totem park
, and m..."
"This is a
great tour
that I highly recommend for both adults and children, They also provided a treasure hunt sheet for the little boy that was with us on the tour."
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AAA Sportfishing Co.
155 reviews
#16 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"... concept, and where our awareness of our environment and wildlife often seem an afterthought or a backdrop for a selfie - it is a rare and awesome experience to spend time with expert
outdoorsman
Jerry Meacham."
"I highly suggest the 2
hour trip
for those who want a quick taste of Alaska fishing and wildlife and I suggest booking the whole boat ($500 for us) so that you can do what you want to do and be flexible on activit..."
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Southeast Sea Kayaks
586 reviews
#17 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"Katie and Matt were fantastic extremely knowledgable guides who took great care of us and we enjoyed the whole experience and learning about Ketchikan the people and
wildlife
."
"The highlight of the day was
paddling
right underneath a Bald Eagle perched on a branch just above our heads!! Beautiful Kelly had a delicious lunch prepared for us on the anchored boat at the end of our
paddling
..."
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Oasis Alaska Charters
293 reviews
#18 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"Handled difficult seas with patience and ease, and provided us with an amazing
fishing trip
that will be remembered for a very long time as the best ever."
"And thanks to first mate Alexis, she did the video of my catching both coho’s and captured some
beautiful scenery
as well In closing I highly recommend these folks."
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Snorkel Alaska
444 reviews
#19 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"Many people were simply enjoying the scenery and taking their time looking at all the fascinating marine life and
underwater
scapes, which is fine too- different strokes (literally!) Clarissa, Alex and Kyle would..."
"... with the great show and tell opportunities (yes there are an abundance of things to discover), to the hot water and
hot chocolate
after and laughter about “booty juice” - this is such a great excursion!!"
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Lighthouse Excursions
612 reviews
#20 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"We
highly recommend this excursion
for a relaxed, beautiful trip with stunning views of wildlife (especially bald eagles) and the area around Ketchikan as well as a knowledgeable and enjoyable crew."
"... to boat dock interesting captain Kelsey captain joe and Andrew were our guides plenty of beautiful
scenery
beautiful properties and of course wildlife snacks provided onboard as well thanks for the great trip"
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Misty Fjords Air & Outfitting, Inc.
296 reviews
#21 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"Excellent Pilot!! Evan gave us a flight of a lifetime!! Beautiful
scenery
breath taking views of mts rivers and area."
"The
scenery
was serene and breathtaking; it was a memorable excursion."
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Ketchikan Outdoors
1,091 reviews
#22 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"The
scenery
was spectacular and I was in awe of the Alaska beauty....even though I live in Oregon and am surrounded by natural beauty every day, I completely appreciated the Alaska landscape and loved every single..."
"So much fun touring the shoreline, seeing
wildlife
and just having fun!! Was a great way to experience the outdoors of Alaska!!"
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Southeast Exposure Outdoor Adventure Center
509 reviews
#23 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"We were out with Rainy, Nate, Grace, Trevin and Captain Tim for a wonderful day of paddling among the starfish, rocks, eagles, massive
trees
and kelp."
"They also did a wonderful job on the water, pointing out all the sea creatures and
wildlife
around us, from starfish and crabs to bald eagles and deer."
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Bear Creek ziplines
180 reviews
#24 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"They were very patient with the
whole group
and made us all feel safe & comfortable, told us interesting stories about the surrounding area and overall made our experience most memorable!"
"The setting in the Tongass National
Forest
is incredible (watch for black bears and Bald Eagles)."
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Kawanti Adventures
1,206 reviews
#25 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"Our zip line guides, Brance and Bradley, were awesome and helped us overcome our anxieties with calm, confident direction and gentle encouragement, pointing out eagles and
rainforest
fauna along the way."
"Had a fabulous time on the Kawanti Adventures Tour- We toured the Rainforest Sanctuary in Ketchikan- Tori was as our guide- very knowledgeable, fun and friendly- we learned about slugs, lichen and nursery
trees
."
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Experience Alaska Tours
555 reviews
#26 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
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Taquan Air Tours
628 reviews
#27 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"Excellent,
Amazing experience
, your pilots will make you feel comfortable on your smooth ride to Neets Bay and we were blessed with an appearance of 6 bears and many eagles."
"During the flight to Misty Fjords, the
scenery
was beautiful, and it was fun to land in one of the bays there and step out onto one of the pontoons for photos, which the pilot happily took for us."
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Alaska Seaplane Tours
419 reviews
#28 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"We flew over hills, mountains, and
lakes
on a bright day of sunshine in Ketchikan, landed on a quiet lake and floated to shore, getting to see Momma Bears and cubs walking along the shoreline."
"It was so cool and was the
highlight of our trip
!! Highly recommend Ryan - met his son and daughter (Kale, their son, was our shuttle driver and really nice (our teens thought he was cool))."
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Experience Alaska Tours - Exclusive Flightseeing & Crab Feast
182 reviews
#29 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"
Wildlife
were eagles swooping down in front of you to catch the herring, seals on the island rocks, and the deer along with a seal lion playing with salmon was fun to watch."
"It was a
fun experience
with fine people, and... wonderful, wonderful all-you-care-to-eat crab!!!"
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Ketchikan Taxi Cab Tours
432 reviews
#30 of 130 Outdoor Activities in Ketchikan
"Kat mad every effort to make sure we saw the highlights of the area and the flexibility of a
private tour
meant we could spend as much as needed at each stop."
"I
would highly recommend this tour
and if you are lucky enough to get Tim as your driver, be prepared to be entertained!"
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Which experiences are best for outdoor activities in Ketchikan?
These experiences are best for outdoor activities in Ketchikan:
Ketchikan All In One
3 Hour Rainforest Walk and Totem Park
2 Hour Alaska Rainforest Walk and Totem Park Small Group Tour
Totem Bight State Park and Rainforest Walking Tour
Misty Fjords National Monument Floatplane Tour
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What are the best places for outdoor activities in Ketchikan?
These places are best for outdoor activities in Ketchikan:
Deer Mountain Trail
Ketchikan Rainbird Trail
Rotary Beach
Carlana Lake Trail
Ward Lake Trail
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Which places provide the best outdoor activities in Ketchikan for kids and families?
These are the best places for kid-friendly outdoor activities in Ketchikan:
Baranof Fishing Excursions
Alaska King Fishing Charter
The Alaska Catch
Alaska Strike Zone Sportfishing
AAA Sportfishing Co.
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Which places provide the best outdoor activities in Ketchikan for couples?
These are the best places for couples seeking outdoor activities in Ketchikan:
Baranof Fishing Excursions
The Alaska Catch
Chick Charters
Ketchikan Fishing Company
Ketchikan Kayak Company
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Which places provide the best outdoor activities in Ketchikan for groups?
These are the best places for groups seeking outdoor activities in Ketchikan:
Alaska King Fishing Charter
The Alaska Catch
Ketchikan Charter Boats
Ketchikan Kayak Company
Bering Sea Crab Fishermen's Tour
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Which places provide the best outdoor activities in Ketchikan for travellers on a budget?
These are the best places for budget-friendly outdoor activities in Ketchikan:
Alaska King Fishing Charter
Alaska Strike Zone Sportfishing
Ketchikan Salmon Fishing - Captain Jim Parrott
Alaska Sportfishing Adventures, LLC
Ketchikan Kayak Company
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