Excursion Rainforest canopy & zipline adventure tour at Ketchikan

Glide through the top of a rainforest canopy along a series of cables suspended between tall hemlock, spruce, and cedars and gain a unique perspective on the rainforest surrounds. This adventure excursion combines a flight over 2400 feet (731 metres) of high tension cable, guaranteed to thrill all. Depart the pier for the brief transfer to Herring Cove, located within the borders of the magnificent Tongass National Forest. This major rainforest reserve embraces one of Alaska's richest salmon spawning streams and a pristine inter-tidal estuary. Abundant wildlife habitat here includes a high concentration of bald eagles, black bear, and a variety of other species.

Ziplines

At Herring Cove, an all-terrain custom 4x4 Unimog transports you up a steep rain forest hillside to the canopy chalet.

Professionally trained guides outfit you with state-of-the-art safety equipment and provide a detailed orientation before you mount the first platform. Your rainforest canopy challenge features a flight over nine ziplines, an aerial bridge suspended between tall spruce,hemlock and cedar trees, and ground-based nature trails.

Rainforest Canopy

Your guide will progressively ease you into the forest canopy along cables ranging from a short 100 feet up to 600 feet with platform as high as 100 feet above the ground. Eagles and bears are often seen from the platforms. Cross a hanging bridge that will lead you to our longest zip that breaks out into the canopy offering breathtaking views of the forest and salmon spawning creek below. Throughout this adventure, you will be surrounded by the sights and sounds of the rain forest wildlife preserve. The final zip-line emerges from the rain forest and transports you over lush grassy wetlands to a viewing tower overlooking the Whitman Lake Fish Hatchery, 55 feet above the ground where you will gently descend to the forest floor.

Time permitting, grab a freshly brewed coffee or a cold Alaskan beer and explore our Tsimshian totem park, see a master carver working, check out our historic sawmill and watch our local blacksmiths at work. Stop by the General Store to see photos taken during your zip-line experience and to shop for mementos of your Alaska adventure. Your excursion concludes with a scenic drive back to the ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Tongass National Forest, Herring Cove, Canopy Chalet, Rainforest Canopy, Flora and Fauna, Nature Trails, Eagle Creek Falls, Grassy Wetlands, General Store

Note

Please note: This tour is recommended for guests in good physical condition who are at least 57" tall (144 cm) and weigh between 70 pounds (23 kilograms/3.6 stone) and maximum 250 pounds (113 kg/18 stone). Some walking and use of stairs is required. This tour is not recommended for guests who are pregnant, suffer from a fear of heights or seizure disorders, those who have had recent surgery, or guests with limited mobility.  Guests with any of these, or other, conditions may need to sign a waiver release in order to participate. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. We suggest you wear long pants, layered clothing, and closed-toe shoes; a rain jacket is provided. Wildlife sightings are likely but cannot be guaranteed. Space is very limited.