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    Private Whale & Sea Otter Cruise in Sitka

    Shape a private Sitka Sound wildlife outing around your group’s interests

    4.8 stars• 108 reviews

    Duration

    2 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 10 people

    Includes

    Private cruise, snacks, hot drinks

    Highlights

    Explore Sitka Sound aboard a private expedition vessel with a captain and crew. Tailor your time on the water around your group’s interests while looking for Alaska wildlife.

    • Search for whales, sea otters, brown bears, puffins, and more
    • Take in coastal views from wrap-around windows and outdoor deck space
    • Warm up in the heated cabin between wildlife-viewing moments
    • Customize the outing with personalized attention from the crew
    • Purchase beer, wine, soda, water, food packages, and select souvenirs onboard

    What's Included

    • Coffee
    • Hot tea
    • Hot chocolate
    • Donut holes
    • Smoked salmon dip with crackers

    Important details

    • Arrive at the designated meeting location at least 15 minutes before departure
    • Requires walking up to 150 yards, using a tide-variable dock ramp, and managing 3–4 steps; non-lifting assistance only

    Cancellation Policy

    No refund for cancellations less than 48 hours before the tour date. Full refund if the operator cancels for any reason. Booking fees are non-refundable.

    Product ID: 6S879Y

    FAQs

    Bring a rain jacket, hat, gloves, warm layers, camera or handheld video equipment, and binoculars. Bring US dollars or a credit card for onboard purchases.

    Embarkation may require walking up to 150 yards, using a tide-variable dock ramp, and managing 3–4 steps. Non-lifting assistance only is available. Once aboard, little or no walking is required.

    Your cruise includes coffee, hot tea, hot chocolate, donut holes, and smoked salmon dip with crackers. Beer, wine, soda, water, optional food and beverage packages, and select souvenirs are available for purchase onboard.

    Meeting details

    330 Harbor Dr, Sitka, AK 99835

    Experience provided by True Alaskan Tours

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    Private charter

    $2,018.11

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    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Our tour with Bailey, Brook, and the incredibly smart and funny naturalist Karley was better than anything we could have imagined. We saw so much wildlife including humpback whales, sea orders, sea lions, and bald eagles. Not only did we get to see them we learned so much about these majestic animals thanks to the crew. I highlight recommend booking with Allen marine.

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    Wendy Gidewall

    August 29, 2026

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    5/5

    Our tour with Bailey, Brook, and the incredibly smart and funny naturalist Karley was better than anything we could have imagined. We saw so much wildlife including humpback whales, sea orders, sea lions, and bald eagles. Not only did we get to see them we learned so much about these majestic animals thanks to the crew. I highlight recommend booking with Allen marine.

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    Wendy Gidewall

    August 29, 2026

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