Sitka: Fortress of the Bear, Raptor Center Shared Group Tour

2 hours and 30 minutes

Moderate

Discover Sitka’s top attractions on a guided tour. Visit the Fortress of the Bears, the Alaska Raptor Center, and Sitka National Historical Park.

Begin your adventure with a scenic shuttle ride, offering stunning views of Silver Bay and the surrounding wilderness. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife like eagles, sea lions, and even whales.


Make your first stop at the Fortress of the Bears, where you’ll get up-close views of rescued brown bears in the largest bear habitat in North America.


Next, head to the Alaska Raptor Center, one of the largest bird rehabilitation centers in North America. Learn about the care and release of injured birds of prey like hawks, owls, and eagles.


Conclude your tour with a visit to Sitka National Historical Park. Stroll through a beautiful coastal trail lined with Tlingit and Haida totem poles. Your guide will explain the cultural significance of the area and share insights into the salmon life cycle. Depending on the season, you may even witness salmon spawning.


Afterward, choose to return with your guide or take a peaceful walk back to town along the scenic Sea Walk.


Your final excursion voucher with comprehensive Meeting Instructions will be issued 4 weeks before your excursion date.

What's included?

    Roundtrip transportation

    Entrance and activity fees

    Exclusions

      Food and Beverages

      Please note

        Guests are required to book their complimentary shuttle to and from downtown Sitka in advance on certain days.

        Passengers weighing 250 lbs or more should purchase an additional seat for comfort and safety.

        The tour is not wheelchair or limited mobility accessible.

        What to bring

          Water

          Weather-appropriate clothing

          Camera

          Comfortable shoes