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This three-hour wildlife tour in Sitka is conducted on a comfortable enclosed vessel that accommodates up to 13 passengers. The smaller group size ensures a relaxed atmosphere, allowing for a more personal experience as you navigate the waters to spot whales and other wildlife. Expect to see whales breaching, bears along the coastline, and sea otters in their natural habitat, with knowledgeable local guides pointing out the sights and sharing insights.
While designed for cruise ship guests or independent travellers, the trip does not feel rushed, letting you fully engage with the stunning surroundings. Warm and dry air ride seating along with a private bathroom enhances comfort during the journey. Bring a camera — the opportunity for stunning wildlife photography is abundant.
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We had an incredible day. Our guide was not only friendly but also very knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to ensure we spotted bears, whales, and eagles. It was a fantastic experience!
Parker gave us the best highlights of our week-long cruise during the fantastic two hours we spent on his boat. With just one other couple, the experience was both informative and personal. We were lucky to see brown bears, several whales, sea lions, and otters. We wholeheartedly recommend Parker and his company.
We anticipated spotting a single whale, but we ended up seeing dozens instead. This experience is absolutely a "must do." My grandkids enjoyed it immensely.
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. He expertly located the sea lions, and we even saw otters and numerous grey whales while learning about their behaviors compared to humpback whales. The scenery was beautiful as well. My only feedback concerns the platform itself, which provided some conflicting details about the tour and pick-up instructions. Fortunately, the tour company reached out to us with the correct meeting point. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, but I suggest booking directly with Parker Wildlife Tour to avoid confusion, as I've had issues with this platform before.
This tour was exceptional! The captain and mate were professional, knowledgeable, and engaged well with everyone on board. We saw numerous whales, along with a large number of sea otters and seals.
This was the highlight of my trip. JAC was incredibly kind and very well-informed. I saw all the wildlife that was promised. I would definitely do this again.
We encountered gray whales, sea otters with their pups, stellar sea lions, and a variety of birds. Our guide, Jac, had extensive knowledge, and the captain skillfully approached the animals without causing them stress. The heated cabin provided comfort, with ample space on both the bow and stern for animal viewing. The seating was cozy and provided enough legroom. Jac also shared a link for us to download photos from our adventure. The meeting point was a lovely visitor center, and the instructions were straightforward. Thank you for a wonderful day.
We had an incredible tour with Parker and his colleague Frank. They took us to spot whales, otters, eagles, and even pufferfish. The small group made it feel personal, and it was truly an extraordinary experience.
Jac and Parker provided an exceptional experience as our tour guides. We were able to see sea lions, otters, and witnessed "Domino" breach three times. The indoor seating on the boat was very comfortable, and there was ample outdoor viewing space both at the front and back.
Our experience was fantastic. We spotted the same whale several times. I was tasked with looking behind us and unfortunately missed a full breach. We were a group of four on a nearly new, smaller boat. The captain was excellent. I highly recommend this tour.
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