This exclusive 4.5-hour tour allows 6 people the chance to experience the Alaskan wilderness on Kruzof Island!
The trip begins with a brief van transfer to the dock to board a boat for a thrilling 30-minute ride through the scenic islands and channels of Sitka Sound. Along the way the captain helps spot marine life such as whales, seals, sea otters, and sea birds. The captain will also add narrative to enhance the passing scenery. The first stop will be at Iris Meadows estuary. The meadow is full of beautiful wild flowers, and a great place to look for Alaskan Brown Bears and Sitka Black Tail Deer, both common to the area. Drivers will have the chance to switch positions and the tour will continue on to North Beach. Then the group will start back and head for the last stop. Here everyone can take a short walk by the meadows to a bridge and view a rushing river where salmon can be seen during spawning season. Next back to the ATV’s and off to landing, there the boat will be waiting to pick up the guests and transport them back to town. This tour operates in the Tongass National Forest under a Special Use Permit issued by the U.S. Forest Service. Quick Facts: To participate in this activity guests must sign a liability waiver. The vessel is custom 25’ landing craft with indoor seating for 6. Vessel meets all the USCG safety requirements. Guests should be ready for jolts and bumps. Guests should dress in layers. Binoculars and helmets are provided. Guests should dress in layers and may get dirty. Guests need to be 12 years or older and in good physical condition. Guests that are driving need to be at least 16 yrs. and have a valid driver’s license. Guests will have communication with the guides at all times by radio. Emergency raingear is available. Restroom stops are made periodically.	When the boat arrives at the landing on Kruzof Island, the guides will meet the guests to help them gear up and board a two-person Yamaha RHINO 4×4 off-road vehicle. After a brief safety orientation and vehicle operation instructions, the guides will lead the group on a exhilarating ride through the Tongass National Forest. This part of the drive will pass through an old growth forest and out on to a beautiful black sand beach. Here the group will relax and gaze out over the ocean looking for whale spouts and sea otters in the distance. This is a great place to take photographs, enjoy a beverage and guests are served a homemade snack.
A trained guide will accompany each tour. The guide to guest ratio is 2/6. Members of the crew are CPR and first aid trained.