Ketchikan Zodiac Tours

Whale breaching on a Ketchikan Zodiac Tour

The Alaska Boatman Adventure

Approximate Duration

3.5 hours

Restrictions:

Maximum Weight: 350 pounds

Included:

Transportation to and from the cruise pier

Orientation and training / lead guide boat

Zodiac Gear: skiff suit, dry bags, boots, socks, gloves and life jacket

Alaska Boatman Certificate

2 hours of cruising, 3.5 hour total including training and transport to and from cruise dock

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A Zodiac Adventure Tour where you're the Captain!

Zodiac Tour - Drive your Own Zodiac With Southeast Exposure Outdoor Adventure Center

Are you ready to be an Alaska Boatman in your own Zodiac type rigid hulled inflatable boat (RIB)? On a Zodiac Tour with us you can bring along your first mate and be the captain for a part of this three hour guided tour. Follow the guide in your fast boat through rainforest islands keeping an eye out for wildlife: Whales, seals, eagles, sea lions, bears.

The boat is a 14-foot zodiac fully equipped with console steering, seats four with a max speed of 25 knots. Motor into a beach, climb onto land and break for hot drink and a snack. Then, for your return, hand the helm over to another boatman. You will pass rocky islands where humpback whales and orca frequently surface and when in season, go deep into bays and inlets where salmon spawning streams attract black bears. This is an excursion for the spirited traveler with an opportunity to drive your own boat among the islands north of Ketchikan.

You may get cold. You may get wet. Wildlife sightings are not a guarantee, but you will see beautiful sights and be exhilarated by the speed of this zippy and fun 4x4 of the sea!

Boatman Zodiac Tour Map

Map of Ketchikan Zodiac Tours

Whales up close to the boat on a Ketchikan Alaska Zodiac Tour

Circling an Island on a Ketchikan Zodiac Boat Tour

Up close to a waterfall on Ketchikan Alaska Zodiac Tours

Bear Viewing on Ketchikan Zodiac Boat Tours

Testimonials

"We did a Zodiac Boat Trip with Clem. She was an awesome guide and took us to several great locations. She was very knowledgeable about the local area."
Trip Advisor Review by Jeff B, June 2023

"Six of us did the zodiac boat tour in Ketchikan and it was fantastic. Clementine was our guide and she was awesome! She was very knowledgeable about the area, very personable and fun to be with. It was fun driving our own boats and we were fortunate enough to see hump back whales."
Google Review by Leslie H, August 2023

"We highly recommend the Alaska Boatman Adventure! Clementine, our guide, was a wonder! She was friendly, fun, informative and provided a safe environment as well for our family. Great tour company :-)"
Google Review by Kristen C, June 2023

"We took the Zodiac Boat Tour in August 2022. Trevin was our guide, he was outstanding and extremely knowledgeable on the wildlife and landscape. My family of 3 took turns driving our boat, our 13 year old had a blast!! By luck, we were actually the only people signed up that morning; many other companies would cancel or force you into another group/activity, I truly appreciate that they accommodated us. The hot chocolate and cookies were also a nice surprise! Highly recommend this tour!"
Trip Advisor Review by cat123x, May 2023