Whale Watching and Bear Search-Icy Strait Point

Wooshkeetaan Tours is a locally owned small business committed to providing guest with unique and thrilling tours of the natural beauty of Port Frederick and Icy Strait. Our tours bring visitors from

Wooshkeetaan Tours is a locally owned small business committed to providing guest with unique and thrilling tours of the natural beauty of Port Frederick and Icy Strait. Our tours bring visitors from Icy Straight Point Cruise Ship port and Hoonah to the natural playground we enjoy and appreciate everyday. The waters near Icy Strait Point have some of the best humpback whale watching in the world. We often see otters, orcas, seals, various nautical birds and local brown bear. Our boat is comfortable with inside or outside seating. The unique shape (landing craft) of our boat allows us access to scenery many others are not able to traverse

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Location: Hoonah

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Q: Is there a minimum age for kids on the whale watching and bear search tour?

A: There's no strict minimum age, but it's recommended for kids who can be attentive for a few hours. It's a fun experience, but younger kids might get restless. Just make sure they’re comfortable on a boat and can enjoy the wildlife without getting too fidgety!

Q: What should we wear for the whale watching and bear search? Is it cold on the water?

A: Dress in layers! Even in summer, it can get chilly on the water. A waterproof jacket and some warm layers underneath are a must. Don’t forget comfortable shoes and maybe a hat and sunglasses since you'll be out in the open.

Q: Can you reschedule if the weather is bad on the day we booked?

A: Yes, you can reschedule if the weather doesn't cooperate! The operators at Wooshkeetaan Tours are really great about it. They’ll usually notify you if they need to cancel due to weather and will help you pick a new date that works.

Discussions

Thinking about gifting the whale watching and bear search tour in Hoonah!

Hey everyone, I'm considering getting the whale watching and bear search tour from Wooshkeetaan Tours for my parents as a gift. They love nature and are always looking for fun experiences. I've read that the views around Icy Strait are incredible. What’s it like on the boat? Is it family-friendly? Any tips?

Just went on the whale watching tour today — WOW!

I just got back from the whale watching and bear search tour in Hoonah, and it was amazing! We saw multiple humpback whales, otters, and even a brown bear on the shore. The boat was super comfy, and the snacks were a nice touch. Definitely recommend it for anyone visiting Alaska!