Guided Bear & Totem Tour in Sitka
Meet rescued bears and discover Sitka’s totem traditions
Duration
2 Hours
Includes
Van transport, guide, admissions
Highlights
Learn about rescued Alaskan bears, local history, and traditional arts on a guided small-group outing. Take in coastal scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities along the way.
- Watch for bald eagles and Sitka black-tailed deer along Silver Bay
- Discover the Fortress of the Bear, home to seven rescued Alaskan bears
- View the only black bears on Baranof Island
- Explore totem poles among temperate rainforest trails
- Learn from cultural-center interpreters and watch traditional art demonstrations
Itinerary
- Meet at Harrigan Centennial Hall and board a full-size passenger van.
- Drive south along Sitka’s road system with wildlife viewing en route.
- Visit The Fortress of the Bear to view rescued Alaskan coastal brown bears and black bears.
- Continue to Sitka National Historical Park for trail walks, totem poles, or the cultural center.
What's Included
- Fortress of the Bear admission
- Totem Park visitor fees
- Full-size passenger van transportation
- Knowledgeable tour guide
Important details
- Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- All participants, including infants and children, need a paid ticket
- Not wheelchair or mobility-scooter accessible
Cancellation Policy
50% cancellation fee within 14 days; 100% within 7 days. No-shows and late arrivals are charged the full ticket price. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
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FAQs
Wheelchairs and mobility scooters cannot be accommodated.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. A paid ticket is required for every participant, including infants and children.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress in layers. Bring a light waterproof jacket in case of rain and a camera with plenty of batteries.
Meeting details
Harrigan Centennial Hall, 330 Harbor Dr.
Related locations
Sitka National Historical Park
Admission includedStanding at the confluence of the Indian River and Sitka Sound, Sitka National Historical Park draws you into one of the most consequential moments in Alaska's past. Towering Tlingit totem poles line forested paths, their carved figures watching silently as ravens call overhead. Sitka National Historical Park is Alaska's oldest federally designated park, and its grounds carry the weight of that distinction gently. The air smells of spruce and salt, and the trails feel unhurried, inviting you to linger at each pole and read the stories etched into cedar.
