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Guided Coastal Rainforest Hike in Sitka

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Escape into the heart of Alaska’s coastal wilderness on this guided rainforest adventure in Sitka. Led by a local naturalist and commercial fisherwoman, you'll explore scenic rainforest trails while discovering the vital role salmon play in the region’s ecosystem, wildlife, and way of life. Along the way, learn about edible and medicinal native plants, hear stories of life in Southeast Alaska, and watch for seasonal natural wonders. - Explore the lush Tongass National Forest - Learn about local wildlife, including bears, eagles, deer, and salmon - Discover native plants and their traditional uses - Spot seasonal highlights such as wild berries, spawning salmon, mushrooms, and marine life Perfect for nature lovers, families, and photographers, this immersive experience offers an authentic look at Sitka’s wild beauty and fascinating natural heritage.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Emergency Plastic Rain Ponchos (if needed)
  • Hiking Poles (upon request)
  • Local guide equipped with bear deterrent and first aid kit

What's not

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Follow your guide on a scenic walk through the breathtaking Tongass National Forest, the largest national forest in the United States. As you explore lush rainforest trails surrounded by towering spruce and hemlock trees, you'll learn about the unique plants and wildlife that thrive in Southeast Alaska. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating insights into Sitka’s natural history, local ecosystems, and the people who call this remote island community home. Keep an eye out for native birds, forest wildflowers, and signs of the abundant wildlife that make this region so special. This immersive experience offers a deeper understanding of Alaska’s wild beauty and the rural island lifestyle that has shaped Sitka for generations.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Meeting point
Once you arrive at the Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal (4513 Halibut Point Road), simply walk up the ramp and past the shuttle lines to the upper terminal building. Your guide will be waiting to welcome you there, and your tour van will be ready in the designated loading zone nearby.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 14 travellers
Operated by
Sitka Rainforest Adventures
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Sitka

  • Its from-price is 42% below the median of the 48 experiences we list in Sitka.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Sitka

Sitka is a small island town on Alaska's Pacific coast, once the capital of Russian America, with onion domes, totem poles and a sound ringed by mountains.

Sitka sits on the west coast of Baranof Island in south-east Alaska, facing the Pacific across a sound dotted with islands and overlooked by the volcanic cone of Mount Edgecumbe. It was the capital of Russian America, known as New Archangel, and in 1867 Alaska was formally transferred from Russia to the United States on Castle Hill. The onion-domed St Michael's Cathedral and the Russian Bishop's House, built in 1842, recall that past.

Top-ranked sights in Sitka: Fortress of the Bear, Alaska Raptor Center, Sitka National Historical Park.

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