Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan in Ketchikan
Ketchikan, United States

Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan

Outty Ranking 54 4.9 · 27 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $575

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54/100

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4.9/5

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Is Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan worth booking?

Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan is a 3-hour experience in Ketchikan, United States, from $575 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 27 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
54 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (27)
Duration
3 hours
From
$575 per person

See bears in their natural habitat on this 3 hour tour from Ketchikan.  Take a 20 minute flight west over the inside passage to Prince of Wales Island, one of the largest Islands in the United States, and visit an offici

What you get

    About this experience

    See bears in their natural habitat on this 3 hour tour from Ketchikan.  Take a 20 minute flight west over the inside passage to Prince of Wales Island, one of the largest Islands in the United States, and visit an official, United States Forest Service maintained bear viewing platform.  Get-up close, safe, and uncrowded views of bears as they hunt for Salmon along the Dog Salmon Creek.

    What's included

    Included

    • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
    • Professional guide
    • Bottled water
    • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

    Not included

    • Food and drinks, unless specified

    What you'll see and do

    1. Prince of Wales Island

      Prince of Whales

      Admission included

    2. SeaWind Aviation

      Seawind Aviation

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    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 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Seawind Aviation, Inc

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
    • Strollers can stay at the operator's office during your tour.
    • We do our best to accommodate all handicapped passengers in and out of the airplane. Please contact the operator for assistance.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 27 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    27 verified traveler reviews for Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Shawna_S · August 2025

    Best tour ever!!

    This was amazing experience .I booked last min day before i really had no idea other than I would see bears and get to ride in a sea plane Well this was really fun The plain was in very good shape and the pilot was fantastic. We arived on this island and took a van to I felt a very remote spot that had a well take care of path .I forest was so beautiful. I knew we are in for an adventure when we arrived at the end of the path, a small wood deck. As you stand on this deck you can view black bears feeding in the stream. This stream is very close. We saw about 10 bears and even a baby. This is the best adventure ever. I travel a lot and WOW this was amazing. Its a small group about 8 of us. As leaving through the brush we spotted on the other side a big male, wow big black bear. Take this it's a trip of a lifetime. I will say I just had a knee replacement and had no idea it would be such a walk, but I would do this again.

    via Viator

    lakmalf2015 · August 2025

    Must go tour

    We saw two families of bears. First set 1 cub and mother. The second were 2 cubs and mother. Loads of Salmon. Tour guide Kim was really good too.

    via Tripadvisor

    Larry P · September 2024

    Bears

    It was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. The flight was great and Drew, the bear guy, made the time very enjoyable. Highly recommend. I would do it again in a heart beat!

    via Tripadvisor

    Nancy M · July 2024

    Great tour good experience on the float plane wife has trouble getting in and out they were patient

    Kim was very friendly and knowledgeable to time to talk to everybody on our tour. Staff at office was friendly and helpful

    via Tripadvisor

    N8388CMjoannef · November 2023

    Wonderful Alaska Experience

    This is a wonderful excursion. My grandson was allowed to ride "co-pilot"(a highlight of his Alaska trip) The plane ride to the viewing area was beautiful, our naturalist guide was most definitely an "original": knowledgeable, independent and just plain fun. Best of all, we saw fishing bears!! We recommend it highly

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    9
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 54

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)89
    Review evidence (18% weight)48
    Booking momentum (14% weight)39
    Value for money (12% weight)14
    Listing quality (10% weight)70
    Local standing (8% weight)60
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ketchikan.

    How much does Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan cost?

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    Prices start at $575 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 Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan take?

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    Plan for about 3 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 Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 27 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Ketchikan, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan?

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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 Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan?

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    Around 9 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan 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., Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park. 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.

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