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3-Hour Alaska Rainforest Hiking Tour in Tongass National Forest from Ketchikan
3 h
About this activity
After meeting your small-group on the dock, you'll be driven by private van to the wilderness trailhead. Located in a remote location, you will hike on an unpaved, mostly level wilderness trail with no steps. You don’t need special footwear. The peace of the rainforest surroundings is yours while you admire the ancient forest and giant trees of the Tongass National Forest.
You will walk approximately 3 miles with stops for photos while your guide interprets the natural environment. Escape the crowds, lines, noise, and civilization. Your first stop is at a meadow, where you'll identify unusual plants and flowers. You'll then walk to a waterfall, where a viewing platform allows you to participate in the abundant water and wildlife. Afterwards, walk about 20 minutes more beside the rushing waters to the second viewing platform, directly above the clear waters. Learn about early Native American traditions. As giant ancient trees (some over 600 years old) surround and tower above you, touch them and imagine their history across the years. Your guide will show you secrets from the forest and lead you to the best viewing spots.
Please remember to take your SeaPass card (provided onboard the ship) and photo identification when in port. Wear clothing appropriate to the weather conditions, as this tour operates in rain and sunshine. Dress in layers. Comfortable, sensible footwear is recommended - boots are not necessary.
Please note: Participants must be between 8 and 80 years old, and be able to walk and stand continuously for 2 hours with occasional breaks. Guests should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this tour is appropriate. Guests with pre-existing neck, back, knee and/or shoulder injuries, cardiac conditions, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, other heart or respiratory conditions or any other medical condition should take particular caution when selecting a tour. Guests who have concerns should consult with their personal physician before engaging in any activity that may be strenuous for them.
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You will walk approximately 3 miles with stops for photos while your guide interprets the natural environment. Escape the crowds, lines, noise, and civilization. Your first stop is at a meadow, where you'll identify unusual plants and flowers. You'll then walk to a waterfall, where a viewing platform allows you to participate in the abundant water and wildlife. Afterwards, walk about 20 minutes more beside the rushing waters to the second viewing platform, directly above the clear waters. Learn about early Native American traditions. As giant ancient trees (some over 600 years old) surround and tower above you, touch them and imagine their history across the years. Your guide will show you secrets from the forest and lead you to the best viewing spots.
Please remember to take your SeaPass card (provided onboard the ship) and photo identification when in port. Wear clothing appropriate to the weather conditions, as this tour operates in rain and sunshine. Dress in layers. Comfortable, sensible footwear is recommended - boots are not necessary.
Please note: Participants must be between 8 and 80 years old, and be able to walk and stand continuously for 2 hours with occasional breaks. Guests should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this tour is appropriate. Guests with pre-existing neck, back, knee and/or shoulder injuries, cardiac conditions, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, other heart or respiratory conditions or any other medical condition should take particular caution when selecting a tour. Guests who have concerns should consult with their personal physician before engaging in any activity that may be strenuous for them.
Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Driver/guide
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Professional guide
- Entry/Admission - Tongass National Forest
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Features
Sport
60%
Adrenaline
55%
Tourism
30%
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This tour is definitivly too expensive for what you get. We had a nearly 90 minute walk on wheelchair accessible roads and about 45 min of drive. The guide was friendly, but not very talkative. She knew about all the plants on our way. But thats it. Nearly 100 a person for such a tour is too expensive. I recommend to do another tour!
Interesting hike but overpriced. Being from Florida the differences were captivating. Our tour guide was average except he took us to a stream where he had seen bear and after about 15-20 minutes the bear did come out from the trees awesome.
Enjoyed the hike, but wish our guide was a bit more experienced. The only wildlife we saw were the deer in the parking lot. The hike had some hills, but was not strenuous.
We had an excellent guide. She knew so much about the rainforest. It was a terrific experience.
It was a great morning walk with Carol and two other guests. We walked comfortably for about 1 mile to a waterfall. Lots of vegetation along the way to hear about from Carol. Nice to be in the woods and to be on such a private tour. I recommend this trip.
A very enjoyable experience. Excellent guide . While we could have walked the trails on our own we would have missed all of the important information including recognition of many species of plant life.
Had a Wonderful Hike!!!! Just long enough and our guide Cat was GREAT!!!
Guide was very knowledgeable. Nicole Did an excellent job