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Chichagof Island Tour: Brown Bear Search

169 Reviews 4.03 out of 5 stars Based on 169 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Hoonah, USA
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Embark on a small-group, 3-hour land based tour of Chichagof Island. The community of Hoonah, with a year round population of approximately 850, is located in the northern part of Chichagof Island. The vast majority of the island is pure, uninhabited, Alaskan wilderness teeming with wildlife! Chichagof Island has the highest population of bears per square mile of any place on Earth.

What's Included

  • Picks Up & Drops Off at Icy Strait 3rd Party Excursions Hub
  • Small Group Tour - Max of 10
  • All individual seating in van, no bench seating
  • Gratuities (Never expected always appreciated)
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PLEASE ARRIVE 15 MINUTES BEFORE YOUR TOUR IS SCHEDULED TO DEPART, OUT OF COURTESY TO OTHERS WE LEAVE ON TIME.If your ship is docked at the Ocean Landing Dock, proceed ashore to the Icy Strait Adventure Center. Once inside the Adventure Center walk through the building and exit through door number “2”. (This is clearly marked). Follow the signs on the gravel path to the Excursion Hub. The total walking time is 6-8 minutes, please allow extra time if you are not a fast walker. We ask that you check in for your tour 15 minutes early and we leave on time.If your ship is docked at the Wilderness Dock, walk up the ramp and to the right. Ride the FREE Green Transporter Gondola(4 minute ride) to the Adventure Landing. Exit the Gondola to the Left and follow the signs to the Excursion Hub, a 3 minute walk.Please check in with our Representative in the Blue Shirt/Jacket when you arrive at the Hub!If you are arriving via AK Seaplanes or AK Marine Hwy please call us before your trip to make other arrangements.

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108 Cannery Rd Excursion Hub
Hoonah, AK 99829, USA

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour Time is Departure time. Please meet 15 minutes prior at the Icy Strait Excursions Hub
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide ship name
  • Children Under the age of 8 are not permitted on this tour
  • While we endeavor to find bears on this tour we cannot gurantee sightings

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chichagof Island Tour: Brown Bear Search?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chichagof Island Tour: Brown Bear Search?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Picks Up & Drops Off at Icy Strait 3rd Party Excursions Hub.
  • Small Group Tour - Max of 10.
  • All individual seating in van, no bench seating.
  • USFS $7.00USD Park Entrance Fee.
  • Local Native guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities (Never expected always appreciated).
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Accessibility information for the Chichagof Island Tour: Brown Bear Search is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What's Included

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  • Picks Up & Drops Off at Icy Strait 3rd Party Excursions Hub
  • Small Group Tour - Max of 10
  • All individual seating in van, no bench seating
  • USFS $7.00USD Park Entrance Fee
  • Local Native guide
  • Gratuities (Never expected always appreciated)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour Time is Departure time. Please meet 15 minutes prior at the Icy Strait Excursions Hub
  • Each Child on tour must be accompanied by an adult
  • No Smoking
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide ship name
  • Children Under the age of 8 are not permitted on this tour
  • While we endeavor to find bears on this tour we cannot gurantee sightings
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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