Alaska Ocean Wilderness Expedition

Posted By : maryannc762
This was our first visit to Alaska, with a keen interest in whale watching. We scheduled our excursion with Out to Sea Expeditions while stationed in Ketchikan. The excursion emerged as the pinnacle of our journey. The proprietors themselves were our guides. They were exceptionally personable, ensuring our comfort throughout the trip. Their extensive knowledge of the locale was evident, providing us with abundant information about the surrounding area and islands. They prioritized our comfort and safety, adhering to the standard distances for observing whales. However, the whales seemed to have their own rules. I couldn’t have asked for a more enriching experience.
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Posted On : 2024-05-14

Posted By : Luvstocamp
We loved our excursion with Out to Sea Expeditions while in Ketchikan, Alaska. The staff is very friendly, safety conscious and helpful with fitting us for life jackets & water gear to keep us dry and warm. Believe me, you will be glad to have the opportunity to wear the provided gear! We saw whales, eagles, starfish, anemones, all kinds of ducks & birds, fish, porpoises, seals and other wildlife I am forgetting. This was an amazing outing that I am so thankful to have experienced. Eric & Delaney are extremely knowledgable and have such a love for the area and what they are blessed to do each day. You will not be sorry if you choose Out to Sea for an outing while visiting Ketchikan.
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Posted On : 2024-05-11

Posted By : MatthewC4946
This was a truly amazing experience. My parents love being out on the water, and so we chose to go out with Out to Sea Expeditions, and they showed us the natural beauty of Southeast Alaska by water. They are great, as they have a smaller boat than most companies, so they are able to go to a lot of places that the larger boats can't go to, and they are able to get a lot closer to shore than some of the other companies. Highlights from our excursion included: - Getting hands on with some of the plants found in Southeast Alaska - Learning about the inter-tidal ecosystems - Seeing the Beaver Clan House and the Saxman Totem Park from the water - BIRDING! If anyone is wondering if they should book with Out to Sea Expeditions, just do it. It will be an experience that you will not easily forget. 10/10 will go again!
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Posted On : 2023-10-04

Posted By : Andrew_G
A fantastic trip with very informative staff that loved what they do, a must for anyone young and old
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Posted On : 2023-09-24

Posted By : Tourist670819
This was the high light of our Alaskan cruise. The owners of the company are the ones who take you out on their boat and their love of the area is obvious from the beginning. They are very knowledgeable of the area and take you to see all sorts of wildlife. We saw various birds, seals, and of course whales. They even have names for the whales!! Can't recommend this highly enough, don't miss it.
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Posted On : 2023-09-18

Posted By : keithsX3390LI
We had an amazing experience on this expedition. Our guides were amazing! Very knowledgeable about the terrain and wild life and really exceptional people who felt like family from the start. We saw bald eagles, wales, seals, and a host of other wild life. We also explored many of the nearby islands in an intimate, small boat that allowed us to feel a strong connection to the scenery. This expedition is a must. I can't speak highly enough about it.
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Posted On : 2023-09-06

Posted By : sandrahN4492CA
We saw Orcas, seals, Dolphins, Eagles, sea lions, salmon and multiple species of birds and trees. Delaney and Eric were safety conscious and made the trip extremely enjoyable. They had extensive knowledge of Alaska and the wildlife. I would highly recommend this tour!
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Posted On : 2023-09-05

Posted By : Thomas_Z
Fun ride. Very educational. Traveled with my siblings & spouses. We all enjoyed it. We learned about sea stars, kelp, saw eagles and much more. Great travel guides.
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Posted On : 2023-09-04

Posted By : U24KFkimberlyb
Delaney and Eric provided the MOST AMAZING experience on our Alaska trip. While particular wildlife can never be guaranteed they were able to safely navigate in areas where we had opportunities to encounter humpback whales, harbor seals, sea stars, sea urchins and more. It was a glorious day and we can't recommend them highly enough.
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Posted On : 2023-09-04

Posted By : 270tracyf
Our family group of six were joined by the boat pilot, Eric, and our naturalist, Jenny, or "Science Mom." Both were excellent at what they did! From start to finish this was an excellent experience! We met near where the Zodiac was moored, about a 12 minute walk from the cruise terminal. They provided us with any gear we'd need, including rain gear if needed which, thankfully, we did not. We proceeded to the boat, got our emergency talk, and climbed aboard. We all felt extremely safe the whole time as we spent the next two or so hours boating around the beautiful waterways of Ketchikan. It was a spectacularly beautiful and warm day and the water was so smooth, it was so special to be out, touring around. While Eric skillfully maneuvered us around and in and out of inlets, Jenny shared her knowledge of the area and the flora and fauna found within. Along the way we saw harbor seals, a bald eagle, a bald eagle's nest with two eaglets in the nest, and numerous star fish. We even stopped in a quiet shaded spot to have a snack Jenny packed for us which included some tasty hot chocolate. Eventually and reluctantly, we headed back to the harbor as our time was coming to an end. All six of us agreed that we felt so fortunate to have had this experience. All of the people with whom we interacted at OtSEC were so kind and helpful and genuinely interested in making sure we had an excellent experience.
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Posted On : 2023-08-30