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Ketchikan Kayak Co - Day Tour

407 Knudson Cove Rd., Ketchikan, AK 99901
907-225-1272
Ranked #3 of 37 tours in Ketchikan
5.0 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
Type: Boat Tours
Description: Relaxing and educational kayak tours on the protected waters of the Inside Passage and Misty Fjords Wilderness.
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Bathroom facilities, Lockers / storage
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randyrobison
Brady, Texas
Reviewer
5 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 21, 2011

Our family went out with Ketchikan Kayak Tours and we had a blast. Although the weather was rainy and chilly, we still had fun and felt close to nature being right at water's level. We saw starfish, a sea lion, jellyfish, a few jumping salmon and some bald eagles (one of which we snuck right up on while being stealthy... More

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Norfolk_ON_CANADA
Norfolk, ON, CANADA
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 1, 2011

If you could spend months in constructing a perfect experience that combines fabulous Alaska views, an expert & skilled guide with an opportunity to view sea life and eagles from a tandem kayak look no more! We were met at our ship promptly and driven ~20 km to Knudson Cove. After distributing safety and kayak equipment and a safety brief,... More

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Patricia M
Delhi, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 29, 2011

We had an absolutely amazing time with Howard. He is an informative, personable and delightful guide. Equipment was the best. Very safe adventure. We saw and heard whales far and near. Learned about the birds as a whale marker. Everywhere we kayaked there were interesting nooks, crannies and interesting ecosystems to view. Photos never did the sights justice. There were... More

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ssawyerss
Chicago, Illinois
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 17, 2011

Howard is a great guide. It is clear he and the other guides are very passionate about nature and what they do. I learned a lot about all the sea creatures, birds and land animals we saw and about ones we didn't. The marina the tours leave from are secluded away from all the touristy areas. Howard conveniently picks you... More

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WhoELS
Branson, Missouri
Senior Contributor
28 reviews
11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 5, 2011

We found Ketchikan Kayak here on TripAdvisor and decided to book a trip because of all the great reviews. From start to finish we had a great experience. Several months before our trip I called to ask questions since we were coming in via Cruise Ship and Howard answered the phone. He was happy to answer all of my questions.... More

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GHalvorsen
Los Altos, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 16, 2011

Our family of four (parents, a young adult, and a teenager) took a week-long Alaskan cruise. The primary reason for the trip was to see wildlife, glaciers, and other natural wonders. In preparing for our trip, I checked TripAdvisor and noticed that a main attraction in Ketchikan is kayaking and that Ketchikan Kayak Company is very highly rated. I fully... More

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mandevillejoe
Mandeville, LA
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 16, 2011

Kayaking was fun. Affordable. Guide(s) were pleasant. Saw many interesting things, thanks to the low tide. Would have liked to see more wildlife, but that is unpredictable. Not too physically exerting. Would recommend. More

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Cchamelion
GA
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14 reviews
8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2011

I truly loved this trip. We kayaked so I got a good amount of arm workout but for the most part we coasted along the cliffs and looked at starfish, sea life and nature. The skies were clear, the sun was shinning that water was clean and fresh and i could have gone on forever. The seals the guide tried... More

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BCR12
Dallas, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 8, 2011

This was one of the highlights of our Alaska cruise! Howard met us at the dock right when we stepped off the ship. We picked up a few more people and we were on our way. As soon as we got to the dock, there was a huge Eagle sitting right on the dock 10ft from us. It was beautiful!!!... More

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Chandilin
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 6, 2011

If you're not sure you can handle any more overpriced, hokey tours, look no further. This company is open with communication, easy to book, honest, and environmentally friendly. Add to that a highly knowledgeable guide with witty repertoire, and it becomes the highlight of a trip. Just say no to cruise-booked tours. You'll be thrilled you did. More

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