Looking for a real Alaskan adventure in Ketchikan, but still need time to shop or catch a show? We offer a two and a half hour, self-piloted, zodiac tour designed for those on a tight schedule or who may be a little reluctant to devote four hours to one excursion.

This expedition-style trip stays within ten miles of town, but anyone who has been to Ketchikan knows that the distance to wildlife and wilderness can be measured by feet and meters. We'll get you geared up with all the necessary clothing and accessories . . . rain suites, wool hats, wool gloves, rubber boots, pfd's, binoculars, and protective eyewear. You'll watch our brief instructional/safety video, and then cross the street to meet your expert wilderness guide and board your boat. From there just follow the guide boat to extraordinary places and sights.

Your guide will offer a treasure of historical, cultural, ecological, zoological, and geological information throughout the natural and spontaneous flow of your time on the water by rafting up for brief talks at various points of interest or using the radios equipped on each boat. You'll search for bear, eagles, whales, otters, seals, sea lions, various waterfowl, deer, spawning salmon and much more.

Your guide may also take you to authentic totem poles viewed from the water at Saxman Native Village, or maybe a scenic cruise through nostalgic Thomas Basin and historic Creek Street . . . the red light district of Ketchikan's colorful past. This empowering excursion offers big adventure, great fun, lots of sights, interesting information, camaraderie, amazing photo opts, escape from crowds, and memories of America's last frontier that will never be forgotten . . . all in two and a half hours!