Explore Ketchikan Like a Local
Private, Personalized, and Packed with Adventure
No two tours with 5 Star Tours are ever the same — because no two travelers are. Whether you want to discover Ketchikan’s rich history, capture breathtaking wildlife, or simply take in Alaska’s natural beauty at your own pace, we’ll craft a private experience built entirely around you.
Classic Ketchikan Heritage Tour
Experience the heart and history of Ketchikan on our most popular guided adventure.
Your journey begins in town — exploring the salmon ladder, City Park, and the Deer Mountain Fish Hatchery — before we head to the Totem Heritage Center for a guided look into Alaska’s native artistry and culture. From there, we travel north to Potlatch Park to tour traditional clan houses, towering totems, and two unique museums: a vintage classic car collection and a rare Russian antique gun museum.
Along the way, we’ll stop for photo ops, wildlife spotting, and a little local shopping — because adventure should always come with good memories (and maybe a souvenir or two).
Wild Alaska Nature & Waterfall Tour
If you came to Ketchikan for wild beauty — this is your tour.
We’ll explore Creek Street, the iconic boardwalk built on stilts over the water, then visit scenic beaches that change dramatically with the tides. From there, we’ll head to Rainbow Falls — a lush rainforest waterfall that looks straight out of a postcard.
The adventure continues at Herring Cove, one of the island’s most incredible wildlife hotspots. Depending on the season, you might see black bears fishing for salmon, seals lounging on the shore, bald eagles soaring above, and even the occasional whale passing through.
Every stop is chosen based on tide cycles and wildlife patterns to give you the best possible chance to witness nature in action.
Build Your Own Custom Tour
Your Day. Your Way.
Want a mix of everything — local culture, nature, maybe a stop at Ketchikan’s best king crab spot or a few local pubs? We’ll make it happen. Our guides know the tides, the trails, and the town — and we’ll tailor every stop to your interests and schedule.
Whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or in a private group, you’ll have the freedom to explore Ketchikan at your own pace with a friendly local behind the wheel.
Let us give the same tour as if you were our own family!
Book Your Adventure Today
Skip the big bus crowds and experience Ketchikan the way it’s meant to be — personal, flexible, and unforgettable.