
Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more..
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September 2026
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5.0/5
Based on 177 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more.. worth booking?
Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more.. is a 3-hour experience in Ketchikan, United States, from $850 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 177 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (177)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $850 per person
Explore Ketchikan with a private tour designed for all ages, where your family and friends are the only guests in the van. Enjoy comfort, flexibility, and a relaxed pace. Giving you the freedom to focus on what interests
What you get
About this experience
Explore Ketchikan with a private tour designed for all ages, where your family and friends are the only guests in the van. Enjoy comfort, flexibility, and a relaxed pace. Giving you the freedom to focus on what interests you most. Every stop on our tour is chosen for its genuine connection to Ketchikan’s rainforest, coastline, wildlife, and history. You’ll explore places shaped by nature, not created for show, giving you a clear sense of what makes this place special. Our goal is to create an experience that is fun, friendly, authentic, and unscripted—like exploring Alaska with a local friend. Please note: Wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed. We explore locations for their beautiful scenery and potential for wildlife viewing.
What's included
Included
- Pick up and drop off at cruise ship
- Private Transportation
What you'll see and do
Ketchikan
Experience the thrill of wildlife with the chance to see bears, bald eagles, salmon, and seals! This open grassy field and creek, attracts a variety of wildlife to this location! Please note the diversity of wildlife will vary depending on time of season. Please note that wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed. We explore locations for their beautiful scenery and potential for wildlife viewing, but sightings depend on many natural factors, including the season and the animals' daily movements, which are unpredictable.
30 minutes here
Ketchikan
Capture stunning photos and videos of a beautiful waterfall just steps away from where you exit the van! Plus, step inside our lush rainforest for more spectacular views and vantage points of this waterfall!
30 minutes here
Ketchikan
Discover the diverse tide pools along the coastal inner passage, where you have the potential to spot purple and orange starfish, crabs, sea anemones, sea urchins, sea cucumbers, and more! Potential to also see eagles in the trees, seals in the ocean. The variety of wildlife will change with the tide levels. When the season is right, you can also pick and enjoy the wild edible berries in this location! (rocky and sandy terrain)
30 minutes here
Ketchikan
Discover the charm of Herring Bay Village, home to the enchanting Native Totem Park and the masterful Bifrost Blacksmithing. Begin your journey at the Native Totem Park, where an engaging guide will unveil the rich stories behind these stunning works of art, illuminating their cultural significance and beauty. Next, witness the artistry at Bifrost Blacksmithing, where skilled blacksmiths Jake and Joron meticulously hand-forge their exquisite knives. Crafted in Ketchikan from recycled steel and elegantly complemented by handles made from the antlers of Sitka black-tailed deer, these knives are not just tools – they are unique pieces of art that embody craftsmanship and tradition. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this exceptional blend of artistry and heritage! Entry into this privately owned location, which includes the Totem Park and blacksmiths is $10 per person(ages 12 and under $5)upon arrival.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Emerald Forest Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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 175 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
175 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more... Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Alaska 2026
Bianca and Leanne did an amazing job showing us around Alaska. My family had priceless memories and we are grateful for the time we had with our tour guides. These two pair each other and did such an amazing job teaching our kids. Thank you so much and for all the many photos you took. You made a trip even more memorable!
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable wild bear encounter
We had an amazing tour while on our short port day in Ketchikan with Emerald Forest Tours. Bianca was so knowledgeable and kind and we can tell she loves Ketchikan. Our number one priority was to see bears, and it happened! We saw bears catching salmon from herring cove and even a cub. Bianca knew just where to take us and showed us tracks as well, she took some amazing videos of wildlife that she shared with us at the end of the tour, and the photos she took of our whole family are some of our favorites from our whole trip. We also passed by her friend’s house where we sampled foraged berries and fresh smoked salmon. We ended our tour at the salmon ladder after getting lots of bear watching time. The van was very clean and comfortable, and they even provided booster seats and car seats for our kids. Would not hesitate to book this tour again, we all loved it!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour
Absolutely amazing. Best tour we did. Guide was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. She made the tour fun, exciting and amazing Five star plus!!
Response from the operator: 😊
via Tripadvisor
Amazing! Can’t wait to do it again!
I had a blast in Ketchikan with Bianca! The waterfall hike was amazing! I loved searching the tide pools as well! Thanks for hosting a private tour for our small group!!
Response from the operator: 😊
via Tripadvisor
Great tour and guide
Hans was an excellent and informative driver and guide. We were able to tailor our tour to what we were interested in seeing and doing. We recommend this tour and Hans.
Response from the operator: Thank you 😊
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 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
- 62
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more..: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ketchikan.
How much does Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more.. cost?
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Prices start at $850 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 Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more.. 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 Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more.. worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 177 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ketchikan, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more..?
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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 Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more.. 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 Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more..?
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Around 62 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 Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls and more.. 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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