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Ketchikan Kayak Company — Sea Kayaking, Zodiac Fast Boats & E‑Bikes in Ketchikan, Alaska

Discover guided Ketchikan kayak tours and zodiac adventures

Ketchikan Kayak Company offers a range of guided and self-guided experiences designed for visitors to Ketchikan, Alaska. Signature offerings include sea kayaking to Clover Pass, shorter eco-kayak outings, inflatable zodiac fast boat adventures, combined boat-and-kayak Orca Cove tours, and the original electric bike and rainforest hike ecotour in Southeast Alaska.

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Popular trips and what to expect

• Kayak Eco-Tour: A slow-paced paddle (approximately 2.25 hours on the water) along rainforest shoreline with provided gear and guided interpretation. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking calm waters and coastal wildlife.
• Ketchikan Kayak Eco-Tour: A 4-hour guided journey to Clover Pass with 2–2.5 hours of paddling. Routes visit several scenic islands where rainforest meets the sea and wildlife sightings are common.
• Zodiac Fast Boat Adventure & Ketchikan Zodiac Adventure: Inflatable zodiac fast boats that allow guests to steer on guided routes through the Inside Passage and remote coves. These fast-boat tours combine thrills with coastal scenery.
• Orca Cove Fast Boat & Sea Kayaking Tour: Small-group boat cruise plus guided sea kayaking for wildlife viewing and shoreline exploration.
• E-Bike & Hike / Ketchikan Electric Bike and Rain Forest Hike Ecotour: Electric bicycles along the “road to nowhere” to the Tongass edge, followed by an educational hike beside a salmon stream and waterfall, ending with smoked salmon or vegan snacks at Clover Pass Resort.
• 2 Day Rentals: Immersive multi-day opportunities offering extended access to local waterways and additional time for exploration.
• Waitlist: Join the waitlist to be notified if a spot opens on a sold-out departure.

Wildlife viewing near Clover Pass and Tongass National Forest

Clover Pass and nearby coastal islands are notable for frequent sightings of Steller sea lions, harbor seals, bald eagles, abundant intertidal life, and occasional whales and porpoises. While specific wildlife cannot be guaranteed, many trips report close coastal encounters and active intertidal ecosystems.

Practical details and logistics

• Most tours provide gear, snacks, and knowledgeable local guides.
• Select tours include round-trip transportation options from downtown cruise docks and the Ward Cove dock.
• Tour durations range from roughly 2.25 hours on short kayak outings to 32 hours for 2-day rentals, with e-bike and kayak combinations typically scheduled to match cruise itineraries.

Why choose these Ketchikan tours

• Access to calmer microclimates north of downtown Ketchikan and sheltered waterways such as Clover Pass.
• Small-group formats and guided interpretation focused on local ecology and wildlife.
• A variety of experiences for different activity levels: easy e-bike rides, family-friendly kayaking, adrenaline zodiac drives, and extended rentals.

Book or join the waitlist for a kayak, zodiac, e-bike, or multi-day adventure out of Ketchikan, Alaska, to experience coastal rainforest, abundant intertidal life, and the unique marine wildlife of the Inside Passage.