Boat wake in Alaskan fjord with dramatic granite cliffs

Discover Ketchikan’s Coastal Wilderness by Kayak, Boat & Hike

Private and guided kayak, boat, and hike experiences in Ketchikan led by local guide Tim—tailored to interests and abilities.

Featured Tours

Choose a custom private adventure or a scenic 3-hour boat and kayak tour with post-paddle snacks included.

Ketchikan

Private Tour: Boat, Kayak, & Hike

Discover the ultimate Alaskan outdoor adventure with a private boat, kayak, and hike tour in Ketchikan. Explore scenic waterways, lush forests, and rugged trails in a personalized setting designed for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

Private Tour: Boat, Kayak, & Hike

Kayak Tour with Alaska Kayak Company in Ketchikan

Join a personalized 3-hour kayak tour along Ketchikan's stunning coastline, where wildlife abounds and scenery is second to none. Glide through calm waters and discover Alaska’s marine life with local guides leading the way. Perfect for adventurers seeking an authentic, immersive experience in the Tongass National Forest.

Kayak Tour with Alaska Kayak Company in Ketchikan

About Alaska Kayak Company

Alaska Kayak Company is a Ketchikan-based outdoor guiding business offering guided boat, kayak, and hike experiences focused on the coastal rainforests and waterways of southeastern Alaska. Led by local guide Tim, the company provides private, customizable adventures and a set 3-hour boat and kayak tour along the Tongass National Forest coastline. Tours emphasize hands-on exploration of remote waters, shoreline hikes, and opportunities to observe marine and bird life in natural habitat.

Tours are tailored to participants’ abilities and interests: the private Boat, Kayak, & Hike option is designed for personalized pacing, route selection, and activity mix, while the Boat and Kayak 3-hour tour follows an exploratory route with no fixed itinerary to maximize wildlife viewing and scenic variety. The 3-hour trip includes post-paddle snacks. Alaska Kayak Company operates from Ketchikan, Alaska, and focuses on local knowledge of currents, shoreline terrain, and wildlife viewing areas to deliver safe, engaging outings.

Safety and local expertise are central to the guiding approach. Guide Tim’s local experience shapes route choices and interpretive information about the Tongass National Forest coastline, sea life, and shoreline ecology. Guests seeking a customizable private experience or a shorter, wildlife-focused paddle can select the option that best fits timing and interests. Reservations are recommended for private tours and scheduled 3-hour departures during peak season.

Family kayakers on rocky Alaskan shoreline after paddling trip

Alaska Kayak Company — Ketchikan Kayak Tours

Alaska Kayak Company specializes in guided kayak, boat, and hike experiences in Ketchikan, Alaska. With offerings that include a private Boat, Kayak, & Hike adventure and a Boat and Kayak 3-hour tour, the company serves visitors looking for wildlife-rich paddles, coastal rainforest exploration, and personalized outdoor itineraries.

Why choose these Ketchikan kayak tours?

Local guiding: Tours are led by a local guide named Tim who uses regional knowledge to select safe, scenic routes.
Private and customizable: The Private Tour: Boat, Kayak, & Hike is tailored to participants’ interests and ability levels, ideal for photographers, families, or small groups seeking privacy.
Wildlife and scenery: Trips explore the Tongass National Forest coastline and remote waters where seals, eagles, and other marine life are commonly observed; whales may also be seen depending on season and location.
Short, accessible option: The Boat and Kayak Tour: 3 Hours provides a condensed, wildlife-focused paddle with post-paddle snacks included, perfect for visitors with limited time in Ketchikan.

Tour details — what to expect

Private Tour: Boat, Kayak, & Hike

Personalized route selection along coastal waters and rainforest shorelines
Flexible mix of kayaking, shoreline hiking, and beach time
Pace and activities adjusted to group interests and abilities

Boat and Kayak Tour: 3 Hours

Guided 3-hour exploration of Tongass National Forest coastline
No set route — guide adapts to conditions and wildlife opportunities
Post-paddle snacks provided

Practical information for visitors

Meeting location: Ketchikan, Alaska
Trip types: Private multi-activity tours and scheduled 3-hour boat-and-kayak outings
Recommended for travelers seeking guided kayak tours, wildlife viewing, and coastal hikes in southeastern Alaska

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Book with local expertise

Alaska Kayak Company offers guided paddles and coastal hikes that emphasize local knowledge, flexible itineraries, and wildlife-focused experiences. Whether selecting the customizable private tour or the scenic 3-hour boat and kayak trip, visitors can expect guided exploration of Ketchikan’s shoreline and the Tongass National Forest coastline. For travelers searching for reliable kayak tours in Ketchikan, these guided options deliver direct access to marine wildlife viewing and coastal rainforest scenery with an experienced local guide.

Kayakers boarding from tender boat near forested Alaskan shoreline

Reserve a Ketchikan Kayak Adventure Today

Secure a private custom tour or join the 3-hour boat and kayak trip—guided by Tim with post-paddle snacks on the 3-hour tour.