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Ketchikan · Alaska · United States

3 Hour Alaska Rainforest Hiking Tour in Tongass National Forest

Starting From From $109.00 per person Current Project Expedition rate
3 Hours 3.77 / 5 20 reviews Moderate activity level Small Group Single Day Tour Operated by Tongass Rainforest Hiking Expedition
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The Experience

What your day looks like

After meeting your small-group on the dock, you'll be driven by private van to the wilderness trailhead. Located in a remote location, you will hike on an unpaved, mostly level wilderness trail with no steps. You don’t need special footwear. The peace of the rainforest surroundings is yours while you admire the ancient forest and giant trees of the Tongass National Forest. You will walk approximately 3 miles with stops for photos while your guide interprets the natural environment. Escape the crowds, lines, noise, and civilization. Your first stop is at a meadow, where you'll identify unusual plants and flowers. You'll then walk to a waterfall, where a viewing platform allows you to participate in the abundant water and wildlife. Afterward, walk about 20 minutes more beside the rushing waters to the second viewing platform, directly above the clear waters. Learn about early Native American traditions. As giant ancient trees (some over 600 years old) surround and tower above you, touch them and imagine their history across the years. Your guide will show you secrets from the forest and lead you to the best viewing spots. Please note: Participants must be between 8 and 80 years old, and be able to walk and stand continuously for 2 hours with occasional breaks. Guests should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this tour is appropriate. Guests with pre-existing neck, back, knee and/or shoulder injuries, cardiac conditions, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, other heart or respiratory conditions or any other medical condition should take particular caution when selecting a tour. Guests who have concerns should consult with their personal physician before engaging in any activity that may be strenuous for them.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Enjoy a small group guided hike in the Alaska Rainforest
  • See the variety of plants in Alaska's rainforest and learn traditional medicinal uses
  • View giant Sitka spruce trees, cedars, eagles, salmon, and bears in season
Detailed Itinerary

The journey, in full

You will meet on the dock and take a twenty minute van ride out of town to the trailhead. The trail is about three miles round trip and there are several viewing platforms along the way. At spots along the trail your guide will point out the wildlife and plant life surrounding the trail.

Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Ketchikan

Hiking at Tongass National Forest.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Driver/guide Headsets to hear the guide clearly Professional guide Entry/Admission - Tongass National Forest

Not Included

Food and drinks, unless specified

What to Bring

Wear clothing appropriate to the weather conditions, as this tour operates in rain and sunshine Dress in layers. Comfortable, sensible footwear is recommended - boots are not necessary

Restrictions

Please remember to take your SeaPass card (provided onboard the ship) and photo identification when in port. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level.

Meeting & Pickup

Pick Up from the Cruise Port Ketchikan Visitors Bureau - 131 Front St. Ketchikan, 99901 and the Ward Cove Dock

Languages Offered

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Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business

Traveler Impressions

What travelers are saying

2026-07-04 5.00 / 5

What a great excursion. Sean was amazing

2026-05-31 5.00 / 5

This was a great hike through the rainforest. We saw some incredible scenery: trees, waterfalls, animals. Bob our guide was very interactive, funny, and informative. Would recommend!

2025-09-15 5.00 / 5

Matt was gracious and knowledgeable. It was a great experience!

2025-09-10 3.00 / 5

It was fine, but probably could just go do this without a guide.

2025-07-28 3.00 / 5

Nice hike- but guide didn’t seem really engaged with what our group was interested in. Felt like we could have done this without a guide- no active wildlife not even a squirrel but pretty scenery

2025-07-17 5.00 / 5

Carol was a terrific guide! Being a local, she was able to tell us about life in Ketchikan and was extremely knowledgeable about the temperature rainforest. We learned so much and had a lovely hike through the forest. Excellent excursion!

2025-07-07 5.00 / 5

Probably my favorite excursion in Alaska! Being in nature and seeing it outside of a very touristy area feeling more like a part of the forest was incredible. Loved our guide, Sam, I think, she was so knowledgeable. Please give her a raise! We saw so many fun colored slugs(banana slug was my fav)and learned so much about the forest. If you’re wavering, just do it! You won’t be sorry.

2025-06-14 5.00 / 5

Call was a great guide. Weather cooperated and nature was beautiful. Highly recommend

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