Bear Encounter by Land & Sea
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Port
Ketchikan, Alaska, US
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$399.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4¾ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Ready for a genuine Alaskan bear encounter? This trip to Neets Bay offers beautiful scenery and a wealth of wildlife, including bears.
Your day begins with a narrated motorcoach ride to the pier. You'll board a 36-passenger boat and set out for adventure toward the Neets Bay Bear Observatory. Neets Bay is a pristine wilderness area is limited to a small number of visitors annually. The splendor of the Tongass National Forest is breathtaking, offering numerous photo opportunities. Watch for whales, eagles and sea lions en route.
Southeast Alaska is home to thousands of black bears, who stake their claim near salmon-spawning streams. Near the base of such a stream, learn about the habitat you're about to explore and the bears you'll observe. Enjoy the serenity of the lush forest and a chance to spot smaller woodland creatures from the well-maintained forest trail as you walk to through the forest towards the stream.
Questions? Great! Your guide has all the answers about these majestic ursine mammals and will gladly share that knowledge. Breathtaking photo ops document your co-existence with these incredible creatures in their own habitat. You may even see the bears teaching their young to fish or relaxing after a meal of fresh pink salmon. Nothing compares to being near these beautiful creatures in the wild.
Notes:
Bottled water and light snacks are included. The walking trail is gravel and earth with roots, steps, rocks, and water channels, making the surface uneven. Wear sturdy non-skid walking shoes. It is essential that you wear warm, layered clothing to fully enjoy and participate in this excursion; outer layer should be waterproof and windproof. Bring gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Bears have an acute sense of smell; do not wear strong scent or bring food of any kind. Pets and service animals are not allowed on tour. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.
It is important to note that seasonal ecosystem changes result in varying levels of wildlife activity, and there are times when bears will not be present. Please keep this in mind when booking the tour.