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Flightseeing: Journey by floatplane from Ketchikan on a brief 25-minute flight to a secluded location in Tongass National Forest, famous for its thriving salmon streams and remarkable wildlife. Enjoy stunning aerial views, individual headsets with informative narration, and the opportunity to observe points of interest directly from your guaranteed window seat.
Bear Viewing: Experience the wonder of a lush rainforest as you embark on a short hike to a viewing platform, where black bears indulge in the bounty of pink, coho, and chum salmon, while bald eagles soar above, eagerly awaiting their share of the feast. Nature-lovers and avid photographers will cherish this extraordinary encounter with forest wildlife and the thriving ecosystem.
What’s Included:
- 25 minutes of flightseeing.
- Window seat.
- Noise cancelling headsets.
- Guided bear viewing in remote location.
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Notes
Accessibility: Not accessible for guests traveling in wheelchairs or who have limited mobility.
Requirements & Restrictions: Guest must be able to step up and onto the aircraft using a steep ramp with handrail. Minimum age – 8 years. Passenger names and weights are required by the FAA. Passengers over 250 lbs. (fully clothed) will be assessed a weight surcharge of $168.00 paid directly to the tour operator just prior to the flight departure. Infants up to and including the day prior to their second birthday can be considered a lap child. Their weight should be added to the parent's weight, and there is no cost for them. On or after his/her second birthday, the child is required by FAA to have his/her own seat and will be charged accordingly.
What to Bring: Camera, credit/debit card for purchases in the gift store, and dress warmly in layers with a hat or beanie, gloves, and a scarf.
Good to Know: Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. Large bags/backpacks are not permitted inside the floatplane, unless the guest has medical needs that require a carry-on bag. All other bags brought to the terminal will be stored until you return from your flight. Access to this prime habitat is restricted by U.S. Forest Service permits, to minimize impact and to protect resources. Bottled water is available. The ¼-mile hike to/from the bear viewing area is over uneven, and sometimes difficult, slippery terrain with a few steps. Transfer from aircraft to trailhead approximately 1 mile via van.
ADDED TO CART.
Ketchikan (Ward Cove), AK
Moderate
Activity Level
Minimum age 8 years
3.0 hours
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