Bering Sea Crab Fishing Tour From Ketchikan
Find out what life is like as a commercial fisherman in Alaska on this Bering Sea fisherman's tour from Ketchikan. Step aboard the Aleutian Ballad, the 107-foot (33-meter) ocean-going vessel. Soak up the views from the open-air upper deck, or take a seat in the heated, enclosed amphitheater on the lower deck. Your crew ‘ties loose,’ push away from the dock and cruise through the waterways of the Inside Passage. Stay warm with a cup of provided hot chocolate, coffee, or tea, and hear about the Aleutian Ballad’s history as a commercial fishing boat, including how it became famous on season two of 'Deadliest Catch,' when the boat was struck by a 60-foot (18-meter) swell and survived to tell the tale. Ask them questions—the crew loves to share stories about life at sea! En route, keep your eyes peeled for eagles, sea lions, whales, and porpoises. Upon arrival at the fishing grounds, see firsthand how the crew bait the fishing gear with salmon and squid and toss the long-line barrel pots overboard. Then, watch in wonder as Bering Sea king crab is hauled up in 700-pound (320-kg) crab pots. Other sea creatures hauled on board include Dungeness crab, rockfish, ratfish, wolf eel, box crab, octopus, gray cod, prawn and more. The crew sorts through the catch, and places the fish and other marine life in a tank on the deck for your observation. Feel free to snap pictures and touch some of the catch before it is released back into the sea. Set voyage back to the dock after the crew has stowed all the fishing equipment.
Highlights
- ✓Travel through the beautiful Inside Passage aboard the Aleutian Ballad
- ✓Watch the crew prepare long-line barrel pots and 700-pound king crab pots
- ✓See king crab, box crab, prawns, rockfish, and eel
- ✓Listen to stories about life as a commercial fisherman in Alaska
What you'll see & do
- ✓Once on board we will cast off and head towards the sovereign waters of Annette Bay, Alaska.
What's included
- ✓Raincoats and ponchos provided, as needed
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks, unless specified (snacks, such as chips and chocolate bars, are available for purchase on board)
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 5 years, no exceptions due to coast guard regulations.
You MUST BE ON BOARD THE ALEUTIAN BALLAD for check in 15 minutes before your departure time.
If you are concerned about seasickness, please note that this tour stays in the calm, protected waters of the Inside Passage and does not go out into the open ocean; large waves and rough seas will not be encountered. You WILL NOT be in the Bering Sea.
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.
If your ship is docking at Ward Cove, take the free shuttle provided by the cruise lines into downtown which will drop you off at Berth 4. Our boat is located at Berth 3, just a short 5 minute walk from there. Please allow yourself 45 minutes to take the shuttle and walk to our boat with a few extra minutes to spare. The shuttles run every 3-5 minutes into town and back out to Ward Cove
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Bering Sea Crab Fishing Tour From Ketchikan
Find out what life is like as a commercial fisherman in Alaska on this Bering Sea fisherman's tour from Ketchikan. Step aboard the Aleutian Ballad, the 107-foot (33-meter) ocean-going vessel. Soak up the views from the open-air upper deck, or take a seat in the heated, enclosed amphitheater on the lower deck. Your crew ‘ties loose,’ push away from the dock and cruise through the waterways of the Inside Passage. Stay warm with a cup of provided hot chocolate, coffee, or tea, and hear about the Aleutian Ballad’s history as a commercial fishing boat, including how it became famous on season two of 'Deadliest Catch,' when the boat was struck by a 60-foot (18-meter) swell and survived to tell the tale. Ask them questions—the crew loves to share stories about life at sea! En route, keep your eyes peeled for eagles, sea lions, whales, and porpoises. Upon arrival at the fishing grounds, see firsthand how the crew bait the fishing gear with salmon and squid and toss the long-line barrel pots overboard. Then, watch in wonder as Bering Sea king crab is hauled up in 700-pound (320-kg) crab pots. Other sea creatures hauled on board include Dungeness crab, rockfish, ratfish, wolf eel, box crab, octopus, gray cod, prawn and more. The crew sorts through the catch, and places the fish and other marine life in a tank on the deck for your observation. Feel free to snap pictures and touch some of the catch before it is released back into the sea. Set voyage back to the dock after the crew has stowed all the fishing equipment.
Highlights
- ✓Travel through the beautiful Inside Passage aboard the Aleutian Ballad
- ✓Watch the crew prepare long-line barrel pots and 700-pound king crab pots
- ✓See king crab, box crab, prawns, rockfish, and eel
- ✓Listen to stories about life as a commercial fisherman in Alaska
What you'll see & do
- ✓Once on board we will cast off and head towards the sovereign waters of Annette Bay, Alaska.
What's included
- ✓Raincoats and ponchos provided, as needed
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks, unless specified (snacks, such as chips and chocolate bars, are available for purchase on board)
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 5 years, no exceptions due to coast guard regulations.
You MUST BE ON BOARD THE ALEUTIAN BALLAD for check in 15 minutes before your departure time.
If you are concerned about seasickness, please note that this tour stays in the calm, protected waters of the Inside Passage and does not go out into the open ocean; large waves and rough seas will not be encountered. You WILL NOT be in the Bering Sea.
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.
If your ship is docking at Ward Cove, take the free shuttle provided by the cruise lines into downtown which will drop you off at Berth 4. Our boat is located at Berth 3, just a short 5 minute walk from there. Please allow yourself 45 minutes to take the shuttle and walk to our boat with a few extra minutes to spare. The shuttles run every 3-5 minutes into town and back out to Ward Cove
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.