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    Orca Cove Sea Kayaking Tour From Ketchikan

    Cruise to Orca Cove, then paddle with a small group and snacks provided

    5.0 stars• 52 reviews

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Snacks, hot beverages, beer

    Highlights

    Ride a small boat to Orca Cove, then spend time sea kayaking through a quiet wilderness setting with a guide. You’ll explore islands and watch for wildlife in a group capped at six guests.

    • Cruise by small boat to and from Orca Cove
    • Sea kayak for 1.5 to 1.75 hours with a guide
    • Explore islands and look for local wildlife
    • Join a small group limited to 6 guests
    • Snack on smoked salmon or vegan options with hot beverages

    What's Included

    • Small boat cruise to and from Orca Cove
    • Paddle jackets
    • Spray skirts
    • Pogies for hands
    • Dry bags for cameras and binoculars
    • Smoked salmon snacks and vegan snacks
    • Hot beverages
    • Alaskan beer
    • Snacks and water/beverages

    Things to know

    Ages 5+ only. Designed for beginner and experienced paddlers with average physical fitness.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full payment due at booking. Cancel 7+ days before the tour for a full refund. No refund within 7 days unless seats are resold. Full refund if you miss the tour due to ship schedule changes or if the operator cancels due to weather. No tours cancel for rain.

    Product ID: 5KJK5N

    FAQs

    No. If your cruise docks at The Mill at Ward Cove, take the free shuttle buses to downtown Ketchikan, then walk along the boardwalk to the meeting spot.

    No experience is required. This tour works for beginner and experienced paddlers, and you should have average physical fitness.

    Yes. If your seated waistline, hips, or thighs measure more than 52 inches, you will not be a good fit for the kayak cockpits.

    Meeting details

    Green Roof shelter at Cruise Berth 3, Ketchikan

    Experience provided by Orca Cove Alaska Outdoor Adventures

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    Person

    $205.85

    Ages 6 and up

    0

    Early Bird Discount Seats

    $171.35

    No, It's not too cold in May! We've got you covered.

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    Adult API

    $0

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Amazing morning kayak in orcas cove with guide David. It was low tide & we saw tons of orcas all around us. Highlight of our trip. Matt was so helpful making sure we were all in their gear - left totally dry!

    Photo of Ryan Jackson

    Ryan Jackson

    June 27, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Amazing morning kayak in orcas cove with guide David. It was low tide & we saw tons of orcas all around us. Highlight of our trip. Matt was so helpful making sure we were all in their gear - left totally dry!

    Photo of Ryan Jackson

    Ryan Jackson

    June 27, 2025

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