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Sitka highlights tour: Fortress of the Bear, Alaska Raptor, totems

4.6· 379 reviews2.5 hoursFrom INR 12147
Sitka highlights tour: Fortress of the Bear, Alaska Raptor, totems — Cultural & heritage things to do in Sitka

Three hours by minibus — visit Fortress of the Bear, Alaska Raptor Centre, and totem parks with a local guide in a small group setting.

This small-group tour in Sitka lasts about three hours and includes key attractions like the Fortress of the Bear, the Alaska Raptor Centre, and the local totem parks. You'll travel in a minibus, which allows for a more intimate experience compared to larger tours.

A local guide narrates the trip, providing insights on the history and ecology of the area as you visit each site. This tour allows enough time for some exploration of Sitka, making it a solid choice for visitors keen to see the town's highlights without rushing.

Places you'll visit

Fortress of the BearAlaska Raptor CenterSitka National Historical ParkSitka Sound Cruise Terminal

FAQ

Good to know

What's included in this experience?+
• Entry to the Fortress of the Bear • Entry to the Alaskan Raptor Center • Air conditioning within the vehicle
What's NOT included?+
• Tips for service staff
What should I know before booking?+
• Nearby public transportation options are accessible. • Appropriate for individuals of all fitness levels. • IMPORTANT: Starting in 2025, the Sitka Sound cruise terminal requires guests to schedule seats on their free shuttles to and from downtown Sitka to enhance wait times and overall visit quality. Those with reservations will receive priority boarding, and it is crucial to book well in advance to ensure timely arrival for tours leaving from downtown Sitka. To secure your seat(s) on the complimentary shuttles between the Sitka Sound cruise terminal and downtown, it is STRONGLY advised to board the shuttle AT LEAST one hour before the scheduled tour departure time. If that timing is unavailable when you make your reservation, aim for an earlier shuttle. For your return to the Sitka Sound cruise terminal, it is advisable to schedule a shuttle at least one hour before your ship's scheduled departure.
What's the cancellation policy?+
All purchases are final. Refunds are not provided for cancellations.
What's the itinerary?+
• This tour includes visits to four key attractions in Sitka. The journey starts at Harrigan Centennial Hall, where participants board a spacious passenger van. The route proceeds south through Sitka's road system, offering potential sightings of bald eagles and Sitka Black Tail deer. Silver Bay, enclosed by tall mountains, may provide opportunities to see Humpback and Minke whales during certain months, with a planned stop for photos based on weather conditions. Near the end of the roadway lies The Fortress of the Bear, a non-profit facility with seven Alaskan bears. Visitors can observe the six rescued Alaskan Coastal Brown Bears and three Black Bears from a secure platform. Next is The Alaskan Raptor Center, which rehabilitates birds of prey and features a modern flight room along with various rescued Eagles, owls, and other raptors found in the region. Following this, the tour includes a visit to Sitka National Historical Park, a temperate rainforest area that offers accessible trails alongside Indian River and Eastern Channel waters, adorned with totem poles. The park is significant for its historical context, being the location of a 19th-century conflict between the Sheetka Kwan Kiksadi Clan and Russian American forces. Guests have the option to explore the park or visit its cultural center, which features interpreters and demonstrations on traditional crafts like carving and metalworking. The tour concludes with refreshments at a family-friendly pub in downtown Sitka offering a selection of Alaskan beers and non-alcoholic options. • The Alaska Raptor Center has developed from a small volunteer initiative into the leading bald eagle rehabilitation and educational center in Alaska, attracting over 36,000 visitors annually, including 15,000 schoolchildren through outreach programs. • The Fortress of the Bear, established in 2007 and currently home to seven bears, welcomes more than 20,000 visitors each year. The organization aims, in coordination with the Alaska Department of Fish & Game, to rehabilitate bears for potential release into the wild and is funded by admission fees and donations as a non-profit entity. • Sitka National Historical Park, situated on an island surrounded by tall spruce and hemlock trees, commemorates the historic confrontation between Russian traders and indigenous Kiksádi Tlingit. The park features scenic coastal trails lined with impressive Tlingit and Haida totem poles, alongside the restored Russian Bishop’s House, which highlights Russia's lesser-known colonial impact in North America.

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