Zodiac Adventure: Explore Alaska's Inside Passage

Command a military-grade inflatable boat through Alaska’s Inside Passage. Spot wildlife, navigate jagged coastlines, and experience the thrill of the Pacific Ocean.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 16707 N Tongass Hwy - You’re the Captain Now!
    Follow your guide while driving your own military grade inflatable fast boat around the rainforest islands of the Inside Passage in search of bald eagles nests, seals & sea lions, an immense array of inter-tidal creatures and bubble-net feeding humpback whales!

Max 4 people per boat.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Rain Bibs, Jackets, Gloves & Boots Provided
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Bring a Warm Hat & Sunglasses
Additional Information

Become the Captain!
Climb aboard our Zodiac inflatable fast boats for an exciting guided tour on the Pacific Ocean in Alaska’s Inside Passage! Take turns steering or simply hold on and enjoy the adventure. Unlike many tours that only offer a ride, this one lets you take control. Small groups of up to three inflatable fast boats follow a lead boat along…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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James_p
Sep 24, 2025
Just try it! - This excursion was so memorable. Even though we didn’t see any wildlife other than a couple of bald eagles, just riding around in these breathtaking waters was amazing. Our boat guide Danielle was full of information about the area, and Teddy, who drove us to and from Ward’s Cove to the resort where the Zodiacs launched from, was so amazingly friendly and upbeat that we were immediately put at ease for the whole experience. We highly recommend this tour!
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Gareth_h
Sep 16, 2025
Don't Go past this trip - The cost is worth it. - For this experience do not look at the price as the reason to give this a miss. This rated as by far our best trip of our recent Canada / Alaska Holiday. The team was very friendly and our van driver was polite and being that he was a local to Ketchikan gave us excellent advise on places to visit and see after our tour. So back to the tour, we were picked up at the cruise terminal and taken by van 30 minutes to Salmon Falls Lodge, the staging point for our boat trip. We were kitted out with Rubber Gumboots and Waders to keep us dry. However the day we were there it was mirror flat seas and no wind. We did dress warm for the wind chill from the boats when travelling. The boats are RHIBS with 40HP 4 stroke engines and in very good condition. And you are given good instruction on how to operate them as this is a self drive - guided tour. there was three boats in total on our trip - total of 3 paying guests. The guide and two following. The trip it self we were on the water for close to the 2.5 hours, with a very experienced guide Danyel . She showed us the seals, Bald Eagles and gave us a very good commentary when we moored up together. The trip ended back at Salmon Falls lodge with a "Feast" and I call it this as we had three large platters of dips for a variety crackers, vegetables. The dips were crab, salmon and humas. Along with a cold drink. This is included in the price. This trip no matter what the weather would be worth it. Just dress correctly and enjoy getting up close to the area in your own boat. The photo shows the approximate trip route.
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Michaeldc2080tu
Sep 15, 2025
Great Excursion - Great trip everyone professional and safety conscious. Danielle was a terrific guide. Took us to the old canning area of Loring established in 1885. Then off for more high speed boating. Saw humpbacks too
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Popskettlecorn
Sep 14, 2025
Good times!! - Fun fun fun We had a blast! Must do! Come to Alaska and get in on this tour! We saw whales and eagles and had a blast! Good times!!
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Goplaces00196970529
Sep 14, 2025
10 Stars - I just had the most amazing trip! Big thanks to Danielle, Forrest and Cole for putting it all together! And, wow, they even managed to order up some whales to make it totally unforgettable.
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Lichakk
Sep 14, 2025
The most fun tour in ketchikan - Oh my goodness this was such an awesome experience!!! Our big group of friends took this zodiac tour led by an amazing young woman Danielle. We got to pilot our boats. So much fun!! Absolutely the BEST tour in ketchikan. Worth twice what we paid Don't pass up this opportunity
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387masonh
Sep 14, 2025
Awesome Zodiac Tour - We had a blast on the zodiacs! Our guide Danielle took us to several unique places off the grid and we even saw a pod of humpback whales out there! Very grateful for the experience!
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Edward_d
Sep 10, 2025
Great Staff - Teddy and Danielle were excellent and very friendly. Nice way to get out on the water and experience a little bit of Alaska up close.
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Gregory_n
Sep 9, 2025
Zipping around on a Zodiac, super fun! - What a fun experience! The boat was easy to maneuver. The sites were amazing, although whales were not observed. Danielle did such an excellent job as the guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. Great snacks at the end at the lodge and Teddy did a great job getting us there and back from the ship.
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Cathy_m
Aug 19, 2025
Great Experience!!! - Great experience! Driver to facility, sorry forget his name was amazing had a ton of knowledge of Ketchikan & so friendly. Danielle was awesome & showed exactly how to run the boat & stayed with us & gave us a ton of information.
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