TATOOSH ISLAND KAYAK
See Alaska up-close while on the water during this approximately four-and-a-half-hour excursion to the Tatoosh Islands. Take a boat ride to this remote archipelago, then explore the area by kayak while looking out for local wildlife.
Excursion details
Allow yourself some valuable time in nature on this excursion of around four and a half hours, which helps you make the most of Southeast Alaska’s waters. Your destination is the Tatoosh Islands archipelago, part of the larger Alexander Archipelago and situated northwest of Ketchikan, sitting off the western coast of Betton Island.
A transfer of around 25 minutes takes you to the Southeast Exposure Outdoor Adventure Center. Here, you’ll spend about 15 minutes getting geared up for the trip, signing waivers and. Then board a Zodiac RIB (rigid inflatable boat) for an approximately 30-minute ride north. As you sail, look out for local wildlife in the water and the skies, but please note that wildlife sightings can’t be guaranteed.
then arrive at the kayak base camp, where your guide and two-person kayak awaits. After 20 minutes or so for a safety briefing and loading your vessel, it’s time to set off. You’ll spend approximately two hours paddling around the Tatoosh Islands, taking in the scenery of this peaceful and nature-rich region while watching out for wildlife – but again, please note that sightings can’t be guaranteed.
Once the kayaking comes to an end, enjoy a light snack before returning your craft and re-board the Zodiac for the approximately 20-minute ride back to the Adventure Center, where you’ll have around 15 minutes to visit the gift shop and browse for souvenirs. A transfer of about 25 minutes then takes you to the pier, concluding the excursion.
Important Information: the spotting of wildlife is not guaranteed
