
Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 686 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour worth booking?
Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour is a 4-hour experience in Ketchikan, United States, from $161 per person. It scores 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 686 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 88 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (686)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $161 per person
As the original electric bicycle tour in Southeast Alaska, we're excited for you to join us on an easy, enjoyable ride on the "road to nowhere". This road dead ends at the edge of the dense Tongass National Forest, an extensive wilderness where you will then take an enjoyable, guided, educational hike along a well maintained trail beside an active salmon spawning stream. The hiking features a beautiful waterfall along the path as well as stunning beach views with potential to spot intertidal creatures, black bears and marine mammals along the coast. The dense rainforest is the highlight of the loop trail through the Tongass and is always changing throughout the season. After enjoying your guided hike you'll return to your e-bikes to cycle back to our marina for smoked salmon snacks along with vegan options and beverages. All our tours provide round trip transportation from both the Downtown Cruise docks & the New Dock at Ward Cove. Excellent rain gear is provided should you need it.
What you get
About this experience
As the original electric bicycle tour in Southeast Alaska, we're excited for you to join us on an easy, enjoyable ride on the "road to nowhere". This road dead ends at the edge of the dense Tongass National Forest, an extensive wilderness where you will then take an enjoyable, guided, educational hike along a well maintained trail beside an active salmon spawning stream. The hiking features a beautiful waterfall along the path as well as stunning beach views with potential to spot intertidal creatures, black bears and marine mammals along the coast. The dense rainforest is the highlight of the loop trail through the Tongass and is always changing throughout the season. After enjoying your guided hike you'll return to your e-bikes to cycle back to our marina for smoked salmon snacks along with vegan options and beverages. All our tours provide round trip transportation from both the Downtown Cruise docks & the New Dock at Ward Cove. Excellent rain gear is provided should you need it.
What's included
Included
- Roundtrip Transport from the Cruise Ship Docks Downtown & at Ward Cove.
- Small-group tours
- Local Guides & Professional Educators/Return Guides.
- Smoked Salmon, Local Vegan options & Beverages provided.
Not included
- This tour does not accommodate travelers with infants
- Weight Limit for E-bike: 250 lbs
What you'll see and do
Tongass National Forest
After a dozen years of running kayak tours in Ketchikan, we're consistently surprised at the number of visitors who never set foot in the Rain Forest. Our E-Bike tour originated from a desire to get more visitors into this amazing rain forest. With almost 200 inches of rain annually, there really is no place as lush and unique as Southeast Alaska. The forest floor is bountiful with all kinds of Flora and Fauna and depending on the time of season its not unusual to see deer or or salmon swimming up stream. Port times for most folks are very limited, so we wanted to maximize your time by combining multiple activities on this tour. Plus we wanted to offer more than just a hiking tour anyway. So we made the trip to the trailhead half the adventure in itself. The ocean views along the hike and from our scenic marina are a big bonus! It's not unheard of to see Porpoises, Seals and Sea Lions or sometimes Humpbacks or Orcas from the beach.
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Ketchikan Kayak Company
Electric assist bicycles are bicycles. You pedal them and shift gears like any other bike. They are very quiet in operation and are not classified as a motorized vehicle. These bikes have multiple levels of peddle assist allowing you to choose how much exercise you want to get. Peddling is necessary. We can cover more distance using e-bikes than conventional bicycles, you don't have to worry about keeping up, and they are the perfect way to get just the amount of exercise you're after. They are very accommodating with a step-through frame so you don't have to throw a leg over the bike to get on and off. We recharge our e-bikes with hydro power so they are a clean source of fun. Our tour usually max's out at 10 people, so no chance of getting lost in the crowd. Get out of town with us on your visit to Ketchikan this summer!
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ketchikan Kayak Company
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour does not cancel for rain
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 686 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Physical effort
5 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
686 verified traveler reviews for Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
E bike tour and Rainforest Walk
We were met just 5 minutes walk off the cruise ship by Ketchikan Kayak company and transferred in a comfortable minivan to the kayak and e-bike depot. We had a lovely ride on the E bikes to the rainforest along smooth, flat road with Onika, our guide, and one other person in our party. It was a lovely day in Ketchikan and there are two waterfalls along the way. We also got to walk through the rainforest to the beach where we saw lots of seals. We didn’t see bears, but we did see the salmon swimming upstream. Onika said she normally sees bears 5 out of 7 days. The rainforest was lovely and the ride was easy along the roadway and very safe. We had snacks on return of salmon dip and crackers - yum! Highly recommend this tour with Onika through Ketchikan Kayak company.
via Viator
E-bike and Hike Experience
I ended up being the only one in the group. Jenny picked me up and dropped me off at the cruise terminal. Anika was my guide and was great! Knowledgeable and very kind. It was my first time riding an e-bike. She made sure I was comfortable throughout the ride to the forest. Ketchikan had received heavy rains the night before, and the creeks were flowing, and several became falls. We stopped along the way and took pictures. Beautiful scenic ride to the Tongass National Forest! Once in the forest, Anika gave an overview. We stopped at the main creek, hoping to see bears. With the rain the night before, the water was too fast for the bears to come to the creek and catch salmon. We made it to the beach where we saw some seals. Sadly, we did not see much wildlife, but the views were beautiful! After the tour, we headed back to where Ketchikan Kayak Company had smoked salmon and other snacks ready for me. The ladies were great! As I was leaving, many visitors were coming in for the kayak adventure. I forgot to mention that I also received a snack back for the trip to the Tongass National Forest. I would recommend Ketchikan Kayak Company.
via Tripadvisor
Loved the experience and...
Loved the experience and tour guide, so knowledgable and entertaining. A perfect way to see Alaska up close.
via Viator
Exploring the Rainforest of Ketchikan
This was a wonderful experience. The guides were personable and informative. This was a great learning experience in a beautiful location. The pick up and drop off location was within walking distance to my cruise ship.
via Tripadvisor
Great way to see more or Ketchikan!
What a fun tour outside of downtown Ketchikan! This port is always a fun one to walk & shop around but going 20+ minutes outside of town and taking the e-bikes to a trailhead, then short hike to a beautiful beach was perfect! We met them on the dock as we got off the cruise ship at 8am ( we docked around 7:30am), they drove us to the bikes where we met our wonderful guide Anika. The bikes were in excellent condition which was nice. After, the ride and hike they served us delicious smoked salmon snacks - super yummy! We still had time to walk around town after the tour as our ship all aboard was 3:00. Highly recommend this tour!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 240
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Ketchikan Kayak Company, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 86.7 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ketchikan.
How much does Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour cost?
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Prices start at $161 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ketchikan usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Ketchikan is not rushed.
Is Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 88 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 686 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Ketchikan, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour?
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Around 240 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 Ketchikan 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 Ketchikan and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour 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 Ketchikan 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 Ketchikan?
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Ketchikan runs short, cruise-timed excursions: Misty Fjords floatplane flights, Tongass rainforest zip lines, totem park tours, crab feasts and wildlife boats up the Behm Canal. On Outty we rank every Ketchikan experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ketchikan Kayak Eco-Tour, Off the Beaten Path Ketchikan Photo Safari - 3 hr., Lighthouse, Totems & Eagles Excursion (Ketchikan). 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 Ketchikan?
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May to September, matching the Alaska cruise season. 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 Ketchikan?
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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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour?
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Included: Roundtrip Transport from the Cruise Ship Docks Downtown & at Ward Cove; Small-group tours; Local Guides & Professional Educators/Return Guides; and Smoked Salmon, Local Vegan options & Beverages provided. Not included: This tour does not accommodate travelers with infants; and Weight Limit for E-bike: 250 lbs. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 3 listed pickup locations in and around Ketchikan. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour?
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Across 686 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
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