The M / V Double G is a small and quiet charter boat , allowing Captain Paul Davis with Gallant Adventures to maneuver into areas that bigger boats can ’ t . With 360-degree viewing onboard , consider it an intimate base camp for an outdoor adventure .
While Sitka is home to many accomplished captains , Captain Brian with Sitka Sound Tours is a published biologist with a deep appreciation for the natural world . You ’ ll find his enthusiasm for Sitka ’ s wildlife , big and small , is infectious .
To explore Sitka on your own terms , consider renting a bicycle from Yellow Jersey Cycles . You can ride all 14 miles of road , explore Sitka ’ s many beaches , or reach our more distant trailheads .
WHETHER YOU WANT TO EXPLORE Sitka ’ s main attractions or get off the beaten path , small tours are some of the best ways to experience our island . From organized bus tours to an afternoon on a local wildlife charter to a bike ride through the Tongass , the possibilities for adventure in Sitka are limitless .
Operating since 1964 , Sitka Tours offers a selection of itineraries that range from one to 3.5 hours . Hop on one of their shuttles headed to the Alaska Raptor Center , an animal sanctuary and the only full-service avian hospital in Alaska , and Fortress of the Bear , a rescue center with a brand-new building that offers unbeatable views of their bears in residence .
While our paved roads are smooth sailing , you won ’ t want to miss Sitka ’ s new single-track biking trail weaving through the hemlocks of the Tongass National Forest . Driven by the energy of the Sitka Cycling Club and created entirely by volunteers , the trail is an impressive feat . You can access it through Sitka ’ s Cross Trail , between the Baranof Street and Sitka High School entrances .
For even more tour options , check out page 53 of our Directory , or when in town , visit Harrigan Centennial Hall where you ’ ll find many friendly tour operators waiting to take you on the trip of a lifetime .
For a cultural and historical tour , make your reservation with Sitka Tribal Tours , a division of Sitka Tribe of Alaska . Their narrated cultural tours include a Naa Kahidi dance performance with generations of Tlingit dancers in their traditional regalia . In addition , you ’ ll have time to stop for some scenic photography spots and a walk through Sitka National Historical Park .
From Crescent Harbor , you ’ ll see our many wildlife viewing charters preparing for a day on the water . When you book a tour with A Whale ’ s Song Expeditions , you ’ ll learn from certified onboard naturalists and wildlife photographers about our local ecosystems . You ’ ll also have the option between half-day , single-day , and multiday packages .
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