2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour
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Is 2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour worth booking?
2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour is a 2-hour experience in Hoonah, United States, from $125 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 10 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (10)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $125 per person
The Chichagof Island Tour offers an unparalleled two-hour excursion experience, specifically modified to conveniently accommodate cruise ship guests with limited port schedules in Hoonah. What truly sets this land-based
What you get
About this experience
The Chichagof Island Tour offers an unparalleled two-hour excursion experience, specifically modified to conveniently accommodate cruise ship guests with limited port schedules in Hoonah. What truly sets this land-based adventure apart is its origin as the only tour company operating from Hoonah, assuring one-of-a-kind viewing and learning opportunities led exclusively by local Alaskan Native guides who are lifelong residents intimately familiar with the area. Guests gain unique cultural knowledge, receiving education about the native Alaskan Tlingit culture and learning to identify local plants with medicinal properties. In addition to promising fascinating wildlife, breathtaking views, and fantastic photo opportunities, the itinerary includes the possibility of picking wild berries when in season or going on short walks, if time allows. Also allows you to take other excursions while at Icy Strait Point.
What's included
Included
- Alaskan Native guides and long-life resident guides
Not included
- Gratuities
- Sales Tax
What you'll see and do
Icy Strait Point
Embark on our two-hour Chichagof Island Tour, a perfect driving excursion crafted specifically for cruise passengers with limited port time (4 hours or less) or those simply preferring a shorter, yet equally captivating, experience. This abbreviated journey still allows you to soak in the stunning landscapes of Chichagof Island, AK, while offering a profound journey of cultural discovery. Our knowledgeable local guides, who are lifelong residents of Icy Strait Hoonah, AK, serve as your authentic window into the unique culture of the native Alaskans, the Tlingit people. They will share invaluable insights into remote living and skillfully identify local plants with their traditional medicinal properties, thereby enriching your understanding of the region's rich culture and history.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hoonah
DOCK-Ocean Landing: Walk straight through the Adventure Center, through Door 2, under the gondola, and down the path following the signs approx 600'. DOCK-Wilderness Landing: Walk up and take the Green (gondola) to the other side. Get off and go LEFT down the path, following the signs approx 600'.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Icy Strait Point's front gate.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Wilderness Island Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for 2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Beautiful experience
John & Marilyn were fantastic! They had wonderful stories & information about native history, island life and animals. The tour was a scenic drive in a nice large comfortable van to multiple small bridges to see bears. Along the way from Hoonah to the bridges they both spoke about their experiences, knowledge and what to expect. We got to see one young bear about 4 years old exploring the river & trying to catch salmon. It was wonderful! The area was beautiful, peaceful & remote.
via Viator
Bear sighting good! Guide below average
Chad was our guide. Nice but provided little information about the history and area. Stated he’d rather be home with his family. We were very fortunate to see a bear though in his natural habitat! Otherwise, the trip would have been a complete failure!
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful Wilderness, majestic bears and wildlife!
John and his wife Marilyn were incredible! Booking with them direct was so easy. They called back immediately and helped me arrange our large family group of 13 with such each! We loved that both grew up and were from Hoonah all their lives, and their knowledge of the backcountry we drove in they knew so well. Took backroads to find the majestic brown bears, and it was amazing. They let us stay with this mom and her cub for awhile to watch them up close along the road where they like to hang out. Their van very comfortably and fit all 13 of us which included 2 infants and 3 little toddlers. We brought our own Wavy car seats for infants and John had boosters for the toddlers. They knew the bears and what we learned from them about them was very educational for us all. The walk from ship to Gondalia takes only a few minutes, and ride to the excursion hub was short and fun. If traveling with infants, strollers the gondola offers handicap bigger cars, and you also skip the lines!! If you have time, there is a huge area to shop in once you get off gondola to go to after or before the excursion. You can also walk from the ship to excursion hub, but the trail is fairly steep. It Only takes about 15 min to walk. Even when our ship changed the time we came into Icy Strait just two weeks before getting there, John made our tour work, and he was so accommodating, friendly and helpful. We booked this private tour with Wilderness Island Tours and couldn’t have had a better and more enjoyable time!!! Icy Strait was pure magic, and the wilderness so pure and beautiful. We highly recommend this tour, and recommend booking directly with this tour company. Just know, Once you spot bears you need to stay really quiet in the van to observe them.
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful hosts! Amazing tour!
Excellent! We looked at several companies for a bear tour, but ultimately chose Wilderness Island Tours because it's the only company that is locally owned and operated by members of the Tlingit nation, and we are SO glad we did. John and Marilyn are a delightful couple who bring deep knowledge and respect for the land and wildlife. They knew exactly where to go to search for bears, and we were lucky enough to see a mama bear with two cubs, and later, a male bear. It was awesome to see brown bears in the wild! While we drove around in their large, comfortable van, John and Marilyn taught us so much about the other wildlife, berries, and trees we were passed. They also shared fascinating stories about their culture. One thing to note if you are coming to Icy Straight Point via cruise ship: there are two different places for cruise ships to dock, one of which involves taking a gondola across the island. It's free but adds about 20 minutes to your travel time, so plan accordingly when considering the time you dock vs. the start time of the tour. We were lucky and made it just in time for our tour.
via Tripadvisor
UnBEARably AWESOME!
We're always early, but our guide was even earlier! She was waiting for us with an incredible positive attitude and was lots of fun! She knew EVERYONE in the town of Hoonah! Lots of smiles and waves, back roads and fun! The flora was incredible and the views breathtaking. However, spending time watching THREE different bears just doing their bear things was MAGICAL! We loved hearing about her family and the island, and even getting to meet some of them. This tour felt very much like a very knowledgeable and fascinating family friend showing us around the island.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hoonah.
How much does 2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour cost?
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Prices start at $125 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hoonah usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hoonah is not rushed.
Is 2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Hoonah, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is 2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hoonah can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hoonah and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 2 Hour Chichagof Island Guided Driving Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hoonah within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hoonah?
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Hoonah, AK packs its best experiences into walkable neighborhoods, local food, and day trips nearby. Outty ranks every bookable tour and activity in Hoonah by rating quality, review depth, booking demand and value, so you can see the standouts before you book. On Outty we rank every Hoonah experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kayak Tours, "Catch of the day" Whale-watching, Icy strait point, Hoonah, Hoonah Whale-Watching Cruise - Near Icy Strait Point. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hoonah?
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Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Hoonah, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hoonah?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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