Explore Southeast Alaska by Sea — Wildlife, Fjords, and Authentic Local Lodges
Small-group boat tours from Juneau and Ketchikan to Skagway, Sitka, Misty Fjords, and Orca Point Lodge.
Featured Tours & Experiences
Curated day trips, expedition voyages, and lodge getaways designed by experienced Alaskan captains and guides.
About True Alaskan Tours
True Alaskan Tours is a family- and Alaska Native–owned tour operator offering maritime excursions across Southeast Alaska. For more than 50 years the company has operated trips from Juneau and Ketchikan, specializing in vessel-based wildlife, cultural, and scenic experiences. Signature departures include full-day voyages to historic Skagway via the Lynn Canal, open-air expedition cruises around Sitka with a gourmet visit to Fin Island Lodge, weekend sailings to Sitka, Misty Fjords explorations from Ketchikan, and wildlife lodge getaways to Orca Point Lodge.
Every excursion is custom-designed by experienced Alaskan captains and crew. Local guides and an expedition team provide engaging natural and human-history commentary, sharing stories that illuminate the region’s ecology, maritime traditions, and Alaska Native heritage. Onboard vessels are purpose-built for comfort and wildlife viewing, offering heated cabins, panoramic windows, onboard restrooms, a galley gift shop, and outside observation decks for unobstructed viewing.
Guests encounter humpback whales, orca, sea otters, harbor seals, porpoise, and bald eagles while traveling through fjords, rainforest islands, and sheltered waterways. Shore components include casual exploration of Skagway’s gold-rush streets, scenic train options, lodge dining featuring wild-caught salmon and family-recipe donuts, and beachside fires beneath expansive coastal views.
True Alaskan Tours blends decades of local experience, vessel comfort, and authentic regional storytelling to create reliable, memorable Alaskan adventures for travelers seeking wildlife, history, and culture. Safety and sustainability are prioritized through experienced crews, well-maintained vessels, and responsible wildlife viewing practices; flexible booking options and knowledgeable staff help travelers plan seamless Alaska itineraries, and personalized trip advice.
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Reserve seats on classic day sails, expedition voyages, or lodge getaways — limited availability during peak season.



