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Live the Adventure Through Your Lens

Capturing the Beauty of Ketchikan: Photography Excursions

If you've ever dreamt of capturing the untamed beauty of Alaska through the lens of your camera, Ketchikan is your dream come true.

These excursions are not just about taking pictures — they're about living the adventure, feeling the crisp air and witnessing the majesty of nature unfold before your eyes. Take a journey through Ketchikan's most enchanting photography excursions, each promising a snapshot of Alaska's wilderness that you'll cherish forever.

Ketchikan Photo Safari

  • Embark on a guided mini-coach tour to the best photography spots in and around Ketchikan.
  • Learn tips and techniques from a local expert guide.
  • Capture the natural beauty of Alaska with your cell phone or DSLR camera.

Misty Fjords Flightseeing

  • Soar above snow-capped mountains, cascading waterfalls and lush forests.
  • Delight in a water landing amidst breathtaking beauty.
  • Behold the grandeur of the Misty Fjords National Monument.

Ketchikan Duck Tour

  • Discover the charm of Ketchikan's rustic streets and local life.
  • Witness the spectacle of salmon leaping upstream at the salmon ladder.
  • Capture the transition from land to sea and unique perspectives of the harbor.

Alaska Bear Adventure by Floatplane

  • Embark on a floatplane journey to a prime bear-viewing site in Tongass National Forest, perfect for wildlife photography enthusiasts.
  • Enjoy a hike to a viewing platform overlooking salmon-filled rapids.
  • Uncover ideal opportunities to visually preserve memories as you witness black bears fishing in their natural habitat.

Coastal Wildlife Adventure

  • Journey on a high-speed boat ride for wildlife viewing, including bears, whales and eagles.
  • Discover early summer bear foraging and whale watching during the later season.
  • Get up close and personal with Alaska's diverse marine life.

Rainforest Wildlife Sanctuary, Eagles & Totems

  • Delve into Herring Cove for black bears, eagles and salmon, offering a variety of wildlife photography opportunities.
  • Set out on a guided hike through lush rainforest with strategic wildlife-viewing stops.
  • Visit Totem Bight State Park for iconic totem poles.

Tatoosh Islands Wilderness Kayak Adventure

  • Indulge in a guided kayak adventure in the serene waters of Tatoosh Islands.
  • Prepare for fascinating views of bald eagles, seals, whales and sea lions.
  • Experience the untouched beauty of Alaska's coastal wilderness through your lens.

Wildlife Safari & Beach Bonfire

  • Quest on a wildlife-watching boat adventure with a local captain and naturalist.
  • Explore Annette Island for a nature walk and native traditions.
  • Savor an Alaskan-style feast around a beachside bonfire.
  • Practice candid and atmospheric snapshot techniques as you uncover nature's wonders.

Embark on these unrivaled experiences, where every frame tells a story of Alaska's unparalleled wilderness. From misty fjords to wildlife-rich rainforests, Ketchikan invites you to capture moments that will last a lifetime.

Experience Photography Excursions in Ketchikan, Alaska with these sailings

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7 Nights
Alaska Adventure Cruise
Radiance of the Seas
Roundtrip from
Vancouver, British Columbia
Visiting
Vancouver, British Columbia · Inside Passage, Canada · Juneau, Alaska · Hubbard Glacier, Alaska · Icy Strait Point, Alaska · Ketchikan, Alaska
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7 Nights
Alaska Inside Passage Cruise
Serenade of the Seas
Roundtrip from
Vancouver, British Columbia
Visiting
Vancouver, British Columbia · Inside Passage, Canada · Sitka, Alaska · Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska · Juneau, Alaska · Ketchikan, Alaska · Prince Rupert, British Columbia
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13 Nights
Alaska Wilderness Spectacular Cruisetour 8B (Pre Tour)
Radiance of the Seas
One-way from
Seward, Alaska to Vancouver, British Columbia
Visiting
Seward, Alaska · Hubbard Glacier, Alaska · Juneau, Alaska · Skagway, Alaska · Icy Strait Point, Alaska · Ketchikan, Alaska · Inside Passage, Canada · Vancouver, British Columbia
Land Tours
Fairbanks, Alaska · Denali, Alaska · Talkeetna, Alaska · Anchorage, Alaska
View 3 dates
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13 Nights
Grand Mountain Marvels Cruisetour 7B (Pre Tour)
Radiance of the Seas
One-way from
Seward, Alaska to Vancouver, British Columbia
Visiting
Seward, Alaska · Hubbard Glacier, Alaska · Juneau, Alaska · Skagway, Alaska · Icy Strait Point, Alaska · Ketchikan, Alaska · Inside Passage, Canada · Vancouver, British Columbia
Land Tours
Fairbanks, Alaska · Denali, Alaska · Talkeetna, Alaska · Anchorage, Alaska · Seward, Alaska
View 6 dates
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7 Nights
Alaska Inside Passage Cruise
Serenade of the Seas
Roundtrip from
Vancouver, British Columbia
Visiting
Vancouver, British Columbia · Inside Passage, Canada · Sitka, Alaska · Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska · Juneau, Alaska · Haines, Alaska · Ketchikan, Alaska
View 3 dates
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12 Nights
Mountain Panorama Adventure Cruisetour 5B (Pre Tour)
Radiance of the Seas
One-way from
Seward, Alaska to Vancouver, British Columbia
Visiting
Seward, Alaska · Hubbard Glacier, Alaska · Juneau, Alaska · Skagway, Alaska · Icy Strait Point, Alaska · Ketchikan, Alaska · Inside Passage, Canada · Vancouver, British Columbia
Land Tours
Anchorage, Alaska · Talkeetna, Alaska · Denali, Alaska · Seward, Alaska
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