Sitka Shore Excursions
Maximize your Alaska cruise experience with captivating shore excursions in Sitka. If you’re in port, take time to go sea kayaking, visit the Raptor Center for close encounters with majestic birds of prey, and drop by the Science Center, where you can explore a salmon hatchery and aquarium.
Shore Excursions
In the coastal Southeast Alaskan town of Sitka, marine wildlife typically plays out on a big scenic backdrop. At Sitka’s unique Science Center, you’ll find a salmon hatchery and aquarium. Wildlife fans get an up-close look at the marine creatures that make this part of Alaska so special.
Begin in downtown Sitka, where you’ll take a motorized, rigid-hull inflatable on a 15- to 20-minute ride across beautiful Sitka Sound, with the massive volcano Mt. Edgecumbe providing a dramatic backdrop. Look for marine wildlife on your way to a unique float house in a small, protected bay where you’ll kayak across shimmering water.
Shimmering lakes, snow-capped peaks, waterfalls, old-growth rainforest, and stunning views: Tongass National Forest is filled with gorgeous, remote spots that are iconically Alaskan. And the best way to see them is on foot, during a private, personalized hike with Tongass Treks, on the trails around Sitka. It’s an intimate, authentic experience with lots of amazing photo ops!
You’ll look eagles in the eye at this raptor rehab and education center on the edge of Tongass National Forest. You’ll get a close-up look at a snowy owl, American kestrel, peregrine falcon, great-horned owl, red-tailed hawk, and even the tiny northern saw-whet owl.
Join Sitka Expeditions for an intimate wildlife cruise. Choose between a 2‑hour trip to Sitka Sound or a 4‑hour deep wilderness exploration for a truly immersive Alaskan experience. Spot whales, sea otters, and bears while exploring stunning Alaskan scenery and active fisheries. Perfect for cruise passengers and families.