River Fishing and Bear Watching

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115 reviews

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River Fishing and Bear Watching — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

River Fishing and Bear Watching, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This tour is designed for active and adventurous cruise passengers who are looking for an Alaskan excursion that is off the beaten path and away from the crowds.

We’ll depart Icy Strait Point and drive through the Alaska Native Tlingit village of Hoonah before merging onto old logging roads that will take us to a remote river for fishing (spin or fly fishing available). During the car ride and along the river it is common to spot wildlife- the island has more brown bears per square mile than almost anywhere else on the planet!

*Groups of more than 6 can be accommodated, please contact us to inquire about booking.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: NatVenture Tours

Ages: Adults (0–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Fishing gear and waders.

Not included

Not included: Fishing license

Itinerary

We'll pick you up and drive through the Alaska Native Tlingit village of Hoonah before merging onto old logging roads that will take us to a remote river where we'll fish for Salmon and/or Trout. The beautiful river is in the Tongass National Forest on Chichagof Island. During the car ride and along the river it is common to spot wildlife- the island has more brown bears per square mile than almost anywhere else on the planet. Depending on the time of year, we can watch salmon spawn and look for wild berries to eat. Upon arriving at the river, we'll put on our waders and walk a short distance to the first fishing hole where we'll fish for Salmon and/or Trout. We can stay at one spot for the duration of the trip, or we can walk along the river to fish in multiple spots. After fishing and looking for bears along the river, we'll drive the old logging roads back to Hoonah and drop you off at the port or your desired destination in Hoonah.

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Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

START/END TIME: Coordinated with you based on your ship's port schedule.

We'll pick you up at the main vehicle entrance to Icy Strait Point. To get there, please follow these instructions:

If your ship docks @ Ocean Landing (west dock)– Disembark your ship and proceed up the ramp to the Adventure Center. Exit the adventure center and follow signs toward the “historic cannery”. Go past the “icy strait museum”, and then follow signs toward the kayak center. Walk past the kayak center and you will see a circle drive. Walk past the circle drive and guard station and we will be waiting just outside the entrance of the Icy Strait Point property to pick you up. Estimated time from ship to meeting spot: 10-15 min.

If your ship docks @ Wilderness Landing (east dock) – Disembark your ship and walk to gondola. Board the GREEN gondola for a 4 min. ride through the forest to the to the main area of the port. Then follow signs toward the “historic cannery”. Go past the “icy strait museum”, and then follow signs toward the kayak center. Walk past the kayak center and you will see a circle drive. Walk past the circle drive and guard station and we will be waiting just outside the entrance of the Icy Strait Point property to pick you up. Estimated time from ship to meeting spot: 10-15 min.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Maximum weight: 230lbs
If you have a BMI of 40 or higher, do not consider yourself physically fit, or if you have limited mobility, do not sign up for this trip.
Start/end times coordinated based on your ship's port schedule.