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Suit up in a 7mm semi-dry suit and slip into Sitka Sound to swim with octopus, rockfish and starfish. This 3-hour guided snorkel from Magic Island pairs expert local guides with short, rocky shore entries and plentiful cold-water marine life.
Suit up in a 7mm semi-dry suit and slip into Sitka Sound to swim with octopus, rockfish and starfish. This 3-hour guided snorkel from Magic Island pairs expert local guides with short, rocky shore entries and plentiful cold-water marine life.
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Operated by Selkie Snorkels Sitka · Sitka, Alaska
The spray from Sitka Sound tastes like salt and rain as you pull up to a low, rocky shoreline near Magic Island. Guides move with quiet efficiency, helping guests into 7mm wetsuits, hoods and booties; the sea waits, dark and active, as kelp fronds and rockfish bob beneath the surface. The current teases you at the edge, daring you to slip in and look closer.
challenging.
3 hours.
Good aerobic fitness and strong swimming endurance; must be able to walk on uneven, rocky shore and swim in cold water for 40–60 minutes.
Summer water temps in Sitka Sound commonly range 45–55°F (7–13°C); the 7mm semi-dry suit with hood and booties provides substantial insulation but you’ll still feel cold—plan warm layers after exiting.
Yes—operators require guests to be comfortable snorkeling and confident in open water; guides assist but expect to swim and clear your snorkel independently.
Yes—operators coordinate timing and offer downtown drop-off; provide your cruise schedule when booking so they can plan pickups accordingly.
Expect rockfish, sea stars, anemones and often octopus; occasional sightings include abalone and passing harbor seals.
The shoreline around Sitka Sound reflects Tlingit stewardship and later Russian colonial outposts; marine harvesting has long supported local communities.
Many invertebrates and kelp beds are sensitive; avoid touching or collecting marine life and use reef-safe products—local operators follow rules to minimize disturbance.
Selkie Snorkels Sitka operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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