Sitka, Alaska Events

Dance Show
This authentic thirty-minute Native dance performance is both educational and entertaining. All who attend are left with a lasting impression of the Tlingit people. Held in a traditional style Tlingit Clan House, the performance begins with the sound of a resonating box drum and the aroma of burning cedar as it fills the room. The Naa Kahidi Dancers enter with beautiful regalia, mesmerizing the audience with ancient songs handed down through generations. The performance consists of a one story and five traditional songs.

Notes: World Traditional

Private Tour: Sitka Highlights Sightseeing Cruise
See Sitka's highlights and learn about the city's rich history during this one-hour private sightseeing cruise. Led by a local, knowledgeable captain, this tour is the perfect introduction to Alaska's fourth-largest city. Wildlife is abundant in this area - you're likely to spot sea otters, bald eagles and even whales as you cruise the calm waters of Sitka Sound. In addition to entertaining you with tales about Sitka's Russian heritage and role in World War II, the captain will fill you in on the best places to eat and shop in town.

Notes: Cruising, Reservations Required

Sitka Sea Kayaking Adventure
While in Sitka, explore the area's natural beauty and abundant wildlife from the water! This 3-hour tour includes a sightseeing cruise out to a floating base camp, followed by 1.5 hours of kayaking through the magnificent waters of the Gulf of Alaska. During your tour, your professional guide will point out the native wildlife that Sitka is famous for, including bald eagles and harbor seals. From the water, you may even spot land mammals, including black-tailed deer and brown bears!

Notes: Canoeing/Kayaking, Reservations Required

Small-Group Sitka Sound Cruise and Hatchery Tour
Cruise the calm waters and go behind the scenes at an active salmon hatchery on this small-group tour of beautiful Sitka. With a maximum of six passengers, this tour gives you a front-row seat for viewing the abundant wildlife of Sitka, Alaska. Sea otters, puffins, seals and bald eagles are often spotted, and even a grizzly bear is a possible site! At the hatchery, you will learn about the ins and outs of this prosperous business and see the process up close. This is a perfect introduction to Sitka!

Notes: Cruising, Family, Kid Friendly, Reservations Required, Wildlife

Small-Group Sitka Wildlife Cruise
Embark on an exciting Alaska wildlife adventure! On this 2.5-hour cruise from Sitka, discover amazing Pacific wildlife and learn all about the impressive surrounding habitat from your knowledgeable captain - an expert in marine and wildlife biology. Head to the most active viewing areas and see humpback whales, lounging sea otters, colorful puffins, bald eagles, groups of sea lions and maybe even some bears! Sail smoothly along the water and take in picturesque seascape views on this small-group tour limited to six people, ensuring a more personalized experience.

Notes: Cruising, Reservations Required