3-Hour Sitka Sound Wildlife Cruise & Homestead Visit
Cruise Sitka Sound to Silver Bay Homestead with snacks and wildlife viewing
Duration
3 Hours
Includes
Boat cruise, snacks, hot drinks
Highlights
Cruise Sitka Sound on a heated, enclosed catamaran, then visit a remote Silver Bay homestead for campfire storytelling and treats. Return by a different route when conditions allow, watching for wildlife along the way.
- Board at the Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal and cruise through Sitka Sound
- Scan for sea otters, humpback whales, and bald eagles
- Look along the coastline for the ABC brown bear in Silver Bay Fjord
- Stop for views of Medvejie Hatchery in Bear Cove
- Gather at the homestead for historic storytelling, snacks, and s’mores
- Return by an alternate route when weather conditions allow
What's Included
- Fully enclosed, heated expedition catamaran cruise
- Campfire and historic storytelling at Silver Bay Homestead
- Warm beverage
- Locally caught and smoked salmon on crackers
- S’mores
Things to know
Wildlife sightings are frequent but not guaranteed. The tour sequence may vary. Routes may be similar out and back due to weather and safety.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 7 days before the scheduled tour for a full refund. No refunds within 7 days unless your reason qualifies. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather, or if your cruise ship is delayed, changes itinerary, or misses port.
FAQs
Wear layered clothing, comfortable shoes, and a warm hat. Bring sunglasses, a camera, binoculars, gloves, and rain gear.
Yes. You ride on a fully enclosed and heated expedition catamaran.
Wildlife sightings are frequent but not guaranteed. You may spot sea otters, humpback whales, and bald eagles, and you can scan the coastline in Silver Bay Fjord for the ABC brown bear.
Meeting details
Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal