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Best of Sitka Walks / Beaches, Trails + Viewpoints
Sitka
About
✔ Small-Group Experience ✔ Local Guides ✔ Off the Beaten Path
Experience Sitka the way locals do--on foot, surrounded by rainforest, ocean views, and rich natural history.
This guided nature hike is designed for travelers who want to slow down, breathe in the fresh Alaskan air, and truly connect with the land. Along the way, your knowledgeable local guide will share stories about Sitka's ecology, wildlife, and cultural history.
Covering Sitka's 14 miles of road, this tour offers access to diverse landscapes and viewpoints without long drives or strenuous hikes, making it an ideal way to experience Southeast Alaska beyond the crowds.
This tour focuses on appreciation, education, and c...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Most importantly: A local guide to lead and enrich your experience
Umbrellas — we recommend wearing or bringing a rain jacket and comfortable, waterproof hiking shoes
Informational materials about Sitka
Admission into Sitka National Historical Park with a professional guide
Trail snacks and bottled water
Binoculars - Better to spot eagles with
Pick-up at Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal (morning) or Harrigan Centennial Hall (afternoon) and a comfortable ride between stops in 11-passenger Ford vans
Meeting Points
Departure
Harrigan Centennial Hall
Our guide will be standing close to the "Tours & Excursions" banner, facing the large parking lot. Look for them with a round black sign reading "Captain Gary's."
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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A serene wetland where forest meets tidewater, rich in birdlife and natural beauty
20 minutes
2
Halibut Point
Visit Sitka's most loved "Magic Island" for sweeping views across Sitka Sound and surrounding islands
20 minutes
3
Sandy Beach
A wild Alaska beach perfect for ocean views and beachcombing
20 minutes
4
Sitka National Historic Park/Totem Park
"Totem Park" Walk beneath towering spruce trees among historic totem poles
45 minutes
5
Whale Park
Scenic coastal stop with expansive views and potential marine wildlife sightings
20 minutes
6
Silver Bay
A lookout over Silver Bay with stunning fjord views framed by forested mountains
15 minutes
7
Heart Lake Trail
The lovely Thimbleberry Creek trail, a peaceful forest trail highlighting Sitka’s lush plant life, rainforest, and a waterfall view
20 minutes
8
St. Michael the Archangel Orthodox Cathedral
Tour our main street--where your guide will provide narration and suggestions for shops and restaurants--and see the beautiful Russian Orthodox Church, St. Michael's
9
Japonski Island
Drive over O'Connell Bridge, taking in the gorgeous views of Sitka Sound, and its myriad of islets to Japonsky Island and the picture-perfect postcard view of Sitka-by-the-Sea, a panoramic view tying land, sea, and sky.
Best of Sitka Walks / Beaches, Trails + Viewpoints
Sitka
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$130.00
Price varies by group size
About
✔ Small-Group Experience ✔ Local Guides ✔ Off the Beaten Path
Experience Sitka the way locals do--on foot, surrounded by rainforest, ocean views, and rich natural history.
This guided nature hike is designed for travelers who want to slow down, breathe in the fresh Alaskan air, and truly connect with the land. Along the way, your knowledgeable local guide will share stories about Sitka's ecology, wildlife, and cultural history.
Covering Sitka's 14 miles of road, this tour offers access to diverse landscapes and viewpoints without long drives or strenuous hikes, making it an ideal way to experience Southeast Alaska beyond the crowds.
This tour focuses on appreciation, education, and c...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Most importantly: A local guide to lead and enrich your experience
Umbrellas — we recommend wearing or bringing a rain jacket and comfortable, waterproof hiking shoes
Informational materials about Sitka
Admission into Sitka National Historical Park with a professional guide
Trail snacks and bottled water
Binoculars - Better to spot eagles with
Pick-up at Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal (morning) or Harrigan Centennial Hall (afternoon) and a comfortable ride between stops in 11-passenger Ford vans
Meeting Points
Departure
Harrigan Centennial Hall
Our guide will be standing close to the "Tours & Excursions" banner, facing the large parking lot. Look for them with a round black sign reading "Captain Gary's."
