Enjoy a Dungeness crab feast with roundtrip transportation
2 hours and 30 minutes
Roundtrip transport, crab feast
Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled start time at the Visitors Center meeting point. If you dock at Ward Cove, you are responsible for transportation to downtown Ketchikan to meet the tour.
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
If you arrive at the Ward Cove Docking Facility, you are responsible for getting to the downtown Ketchikan meeting location. It takes about 25–30 minutes to drive to downtown, and you may miss your tour if you don’t get to the meeting point on time.
Yes. If you drive yourself to George Inlet Lodge, arrive 30 minutes after the scheduled departure time (the start time is from downtown Ketchikan).
Yes. Alternative meals are available upon request to accommodate dietary preferences.
The George Inlet crab feast stands out as a genuine Alaskan highlight, with guests raving about the all-you-can-eat Dungeness crab and the scenic boat ride to reach the lodge. The experience includes hands-on crab handling, frequent bald eagle sightings, and knowledgeable staff who teach proper crab-cracking techniques. Tour drivers like Louie and David earn special mentions for sharing local insights and making the journey part of the adventure, often stopping at waterfalls along the way. The rainforest setting and waterfront views add to the authentic Alaska atmosphere. A few guests felt rushed during the meal, with warnings that dining time can feel limited when the "last call" comes around. One reviewer noted issues with running out of wine and hand wipes. These timing concerns appear occasionally but don't overshadow the overwhelming enthusiasm most visitors express. The generous portions, friendly staff, and combination of wildlife encounters with the feast itself make this a memorable shore excursion that many guests would gladly repeat.
Beautiful place and the crab is amazing and the staff is always so friendly
Jennifer Schmitt
May 5, 2026
Beautiful place and the crab is amazing and the staff is always so friendly
Jennifer Schmitt
May 5, 2026