Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour from Ketchikan

509 Water St, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

Duration

3 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

If you’re a fan of the Discovery Channel’s hit TV show 'Deadliest Catch,' you saw the Aleutian Ballad, a commercial fishing boat, escape a rogue wave in the Bering Sea. On this fisherman’s tour from Ketchikan, hop aboard the Aleutian Ballad and navigate through the waterways of the Inside Passage with a seasoned fishing crew. Touch some of the catch, take photos, and listen to entertaining sea lore.

Travel through the beautiful Inside Passage aboard the Aleutian Ballad
Watch the crew prepare long-line barrel pots and 700-pound king crab pots
See king crab, box crab, prawns, rockfish, and eel as they’re hauled on deck
Listen to stories about life as a commercial fisherman in the wild waters of Alaska

What To Expect

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Once on board we will cast off and head towards the sovereign waters of Annette Bay, Alaska.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Minimum age is 5 years, no exceptions due to coast guard regulations.
You MUST BE ON BOARD THE ALEUTIAN BALLAD for check in 15 minutes before your departure time.
If you are concerned about seasickness, please note that this tour stays in the calm, protected waters of the Inside Passage and does not go out into the open ocean; large waves and rough seas will not be encountered. You WILL NOT be in the Bering Sea.
Please note: additional transportation is not required, as it is a short, easy walk to get to the fishing boat from any downtown Ketchikan hotel or cruise ship.
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.
Guests arriving at Ward Cove need to meet an hour early to get into town. We will provide bus transportation for you but it is very important you know to meet AN HOUR EARLY to account for travel time into Ketchikan.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

Included/Excluded

Raincoats and ponchos provided, as needed

Food and drinks, unless specified (snacks, such as chips and chocolate bars, are available for purchase on board)
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Durations

3 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

509 Water St, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

from 229 $