Snorkeling at Ketchikan

[cdlu]

Looking for names and reviews of snorkeling excursion companies that cruisers booked on their own.

[bowbiter]

I just did this and really enjoyed it. I booked through the cruise shop since that was the only option. It is a very unique experience and we got to see sea cucumbers and starfish up close. We saw more but don't remember specifics. The water was 58 farenheight the day we went and it was low tide. Visibility was good and depth was only 15 feet in some areas (low tide). The wet suits keep you afloat. Equipment quality was great too. Everything was very clean. And the hot chocolate at the end is surprisingly yummy!

 

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[frugaltravel]

I know there is a dive shop in Ketchikan that I think might also do snorkeling tours. You should check the Ketchikan tourist office website for more info. I don't know the name of the company but I know they are located somewhere near the ferry terminal.

[geekypenguin]

We booked through the ship as well and had a pleasant experience with Snorkel Alaska. I thought the price was quite reasonable for the excursion and would go with them again.

[BrusselsGirl07]

I contacted Snorkel Alaska to try and book something independently, but they only work with the cruise ships and suggested I book that way. I really wanted to snorkel in Alaska, as it seems such a unique activity for the area! I have booked with the ship, and thought the price was reasonable.

 

I could not find any other companies that offered snorkelling when I was researching.

[murphy4]

just wondering how the snorkeling in Alaska would compare to snorkeling in the Caribbean? is it as good? is the sea life different?

[bowbiter]

I thought it was very different. Sea stars, sea urchins, sea cucumbers. I know technically you can see it in the Caribbean but the stuff up in Alaska was heartier. And closer. Water was shallower.

 

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