Uncover the rich cultural history of the Alaska Natives!

Duration

Approximately 4 Hours

About

Alaska Native art and traditions are highlighted in this perfect combination of history and adventure. Travel 10 miles north of Ketchikan to visit Totem Bight State Historical Park, an 11-acre park featuring ancient totem poles set in a lush rainforest. Explore restored and re-carved artifacts along the coastline of the Tongass Narrows and experience the colorful community house, known as a Clan House, before learning how Alaska Natives traveled the long distances of the Southeast Alaska waterways in large, carved canoes. Next, you’ll head to Lake Harriet Hunt for your experience in Native-style canoes on a pristine mountain lake.

At Lake Harriet Hunt, you’ll board your easy-to-paddle, traditional Alaskan canoes, much like the Alaska Natives used to travel the coastal waterways. Your guide will lead you to a camp on shore, where your cook prepares a tasty snack of chowder, smoked salmon, rolls, and wild berry jam. After enjoying your snack, your guide will lead an interpretive nature walk of the old-growth temperate rainforest. Your excursion concludes with a scenic drive back to the pier.

What's Included

Round trip transportation, use of a poncho, life jacket, paddles, and a souvenir button to take home. We’ll provide a snack and beverages including clam chowder, rolls, jam, smoked salmon, crackers, mints, juice, hot chocolate, coffee, and water. Souvenir hats and T-shirts available for purchase.

Additional Information

• All children must be 40lbs or more.
• Participants should be prepared for inclement weather and dress in warm layers. Raingear is provided; however, guests are encouraged to bring their own to ensure maximum comfort while on tour.
• Tour will operate in most weather conditions.
• Moderate to good physical condition is necessary for participation in this excursion.
• Children must weigh at least 40 pounds in order to fit into required life jackets while canoeing. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian.
• Multiple daily departures late April through mid-October at times to accommodate cruise ship or tour schedules. This tour operates in most weather conditions.