5 Star Places To Visit in Hoonah, Alaska, United States (17)

1. 5.0 Hoonah Travel Adventures (951 reviews)
   - Amazing Experience
   Sunday: 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Boat Tours • Fishing Charters & Tours • Private Tours • Dolphin & Whale Watching • Kayaking & Canoeing
   
   
   This trip couldn't have been better. From the moment the shuttle collected us, to the moment they dropped us off again, the staff were friendly and keen to share their knowledge of the area and history surrounding it. Thanks to our eagle eyed guide, we were lucky enough to see a wild bear on a beach, before heading further out and finding a pod of very curious porpoises and a number of Humpback whales, including at least one with a calf. This trip exceeded our expectations and made for an incredibly enjoyable and memorable day. We got great value for money and would highly recommend this as an activity to anyone who is visiting Hoonah/Icy Strait Point. See more..
   
2. 5.0 Glacier Wind Charters (490 reviews)
   - WOW! What a Whale of a Time!
   Boat Tours • Dolphin & Whale Watching
   
   
   I chartered Glacier Wind for a whale watching trip on 7/29/2021 while in port on a Royal Caribbean Serenade cruise because I didn't want to do the ship's excursion. I couldn't have been happier with the experience I had with this family owned business. The communication of the details of where to meet and what to expect were precise and easy to understand. Even though we ended up being the only 2 people who had booked that day, they didn't cancel the cruise even though I expect they didn't make much profit from the booking. Captain Casey was very professional and skilled at both driving the boat and spotting whales from very far away. We saw an otter and many humpbacks and were able to get photos of breaching and fins slapping the surface. He was very knowledgable about the area and the marine life so we learned a lot and really enjoyed the hot chocolate he brought! I highly recommend Glacier Wind Charters for a more intimate and personalized whale watching experience. See more..
   
3. 5.0 Icy Strait Point ZipRider (453 reviews)
   - AMAZING thrill ride
   Sunday: Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks
   
   
   This was an AMAZING adventure! The trip in the gondola up the mountain can be a lil nerve wrecking because you realize just how high you have to go up the mountain. But the staff is very well trained and reassuring. Once I was strapped in, and the gate opens, you literally shoot out the gate & move very fast! My head scarf nearly blew away. My heart raced & it was initially very fast, but then toward the middle I got used to it & enjoyed the amazing view. It was awesome and I recommend it for all thrill seekers! See more..
   
4. 5.0 Icy Strait Whale Adventures (357 reviews)
   - Amzing Luck
   Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Boat Tours • Dolphin & Whale Watching
   
   
   Please be advised that all of this area of Alaska has very high tides so getting off any floating object- ship dock etc. might require negotiating a steep ramp. There is a Jitney to take you around the Hoonah tourist area to the shops and the tour assembly sites. To get to the town itself there are taxis for a buck or two to do the mile or so walk. Not much in the town itself and mainly tourist type souvenirs in the area at the port area. The crew on our trip was helpful, but we just got real lucky. There was the pod of Orcas a distance from our relatively small boat that decided that it would be fun to swim under our boat s close as possible to the hull without actually hitting it,. They splashed us as we watched in amazement since we could see them throught the clear water. After that they just hung out in the area-Orca play time? as they slapped their tails on the surface many times. We also saw some sea otters lounging about and some other whales off in the distance, . See more..
   
5. 5.0 Hoonah Whale Tours (130 reviews)
   - Wonderful Whale Watch Experience!
   Boat Tours • Dolphin & Whale Watching • Nature & Wildlife Tours
   
   
   We had a fantastic time on our whale watching excursion. We saw whales bubble net feeding multiple times, sea lions and a very large brown bear! The boat while larger enough has room for only 6 so you are able to enjoy your time without competing for a good view like on some other larger boats I've gone on. Joardan was an excellent captain and guide. We also enjoyed the complementary coffee, snacks and the home made muffins his wife made. If your cruise stops in Icy Strait I highly recommend booking with Hoonah Whale Tours rather than booking one of the larger boats the cruise ship offers in their excursions See more..
   
6. 5.0 Hooked Adventures (99 reviews)
   - Just plain old fashion fun fishing!
   Boat Tours • Fishing Charters & Tours • Private Tours • Dolphin & Whale Watching
   
   
   This was a privately booked excursion taken while on a week long Alaskan cruise with my wife. Went out on 18 July with three fellow cruise ship passengers and one solo traveler. Had a great time fishing for halibut. I caught one, although not a giant, it made the whole outing totally worth it. Others caught fish as well. Saw some dolphins as a bonus. Would recommend! See more..
   
7. 5.0 Wooshkeetaan Tours (90 reviews)
   - Highlight of my summer!
   Sunday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Fishing Charters & Tours • Private Tours • Dolphin & Whale Watching • Nature & Wildlife Tours
   
   
   Captain Billy was AMAZING! He knew right where to take us to see whales. At one point, two whales swam right by the boat on the right side, while another whale was jumping on the left side! It was incredible. We spent all afternoon watching the wales play and feed together. Captain Billy also took us to see bears on the shoreline (watching from the boat). So fun! The boat was clean and had all the accommodations we needed. Captain Billy was able to answer all of our questions and told us stories about the history of the native tribe as well as the island and town. Over all, it was a 5 star experience. I would HIGHLY recommend doing this!! See more..
   
8. 5.0 Game Creek Guides (80 reviews)
   - Coho and Dolly heaven!
   Boat Tours • Fishing Charters & Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Private Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours
   
   
   It was much more than just another great fishing trip. The variety of experiences, the natural beauty (lots of whales and bears!), getting to know the incredible Clark family were highlights. The Coho fishing was stellar in several different rivers. The Dolly Varden fishing was something to behold, at times a fish on virtually every cast. Plenty of Halibut for anyone who cares to fill their freezer! It was just a wonderful all around Alaska experience! See more..
   
9. 5.0 Fairweather Kayaks (65 reviews)
   - Fantastic!
   Private Tours • Kayaking & Canoeing • Day Trips
   
   
   We visited Icy Straight Point on our Celebrity Cruise at the end of July and were looking for something to do away from the cruise ship. This was a great option! Cody and his team were fantastic! We loved the beautiful scenery and all of the history of the Hoonah people we learned. The kayak and gear were all in great condition, but the staff of Fairweather Kayak Tours are what really made the experience incredible. This tour is definitely worth the money and something that will give you the quintessential Alaskan kayak experience. See more..
   
10. 5.0 Ear Mountain Charters (60 reviews)
    - Amazing
    Boat Tours • Fishing Charters & Tours
    
    
    We booked a half day halibut excursion after our previous booking called and cancelled on our group of 3. I was able to get on Captain Eric's boat. While the fishing was slow, we caught one halibut and one type of rock fish, we saw soo many humpback whales, stellar sea lions, herring fluttering on the water, the tour was worth every penny even with the lack of fish reeled in. You cannot guarantee to catch fish. Definitely recommend. See more..
    
11. 5.0 Alaska Whale and Drone Tours (51 reviews)
    - Great whale watching with a local guide, small boat experience!
    Boat Tours
    
    
    Captain Josh found an active orca pod immediately, with a baby calf and a few full breaches while the orcas played. He also found some humpbacks and we saw them breach too! Throw in stellar sea lions, and sea otters, and the day was perfect. See more..
    
12. 5.0 Icy Strait Birding Tours (23 reviews)
    - Incredible!
    Sunday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Tours
    
    
    Amy is fantastic! Super knowledgeable and friendly. She literally has an Eagle eye and can spot things from afar. We had a great time adventuring, saw lots of birds and even a bear! Worth every penny to spend time with her. See more..
    
13. 5.0 Wild Bear Safari (18 reviews)
    - The best bear tour!!
    Nature & Wildlife Tours • Bus Tours • Day Trips
    
    
    We booked last minute with Luke and we were so glad we did. Don't book through the cruise companies, they don't take you far, only up the road to the river with a bus full of people and charge you through the nose for it. Our tour was small and personal. Luke went above and beyond to find us some bears, he even extended the time we had booked to about 6 hours! We went out into the backcountry and off-roads, stopping at various scenic rivers as we went. Luke took us to the stunning Bear Paw Lake for a snack with his own smoked and maple syrup glazed salmon. We did in fact find lots of bear paws! Luke made the entire journey entertaining with funny stories and humour. Due to it being end of season the bears were scarce but right at the end of the tour we spotted one and it was a GREAT way to end the day. Thanks again Luke! -Phoenix and Sam See more..
    
14. 5.0 Hoonah ATV Tours (17 reviews)
    - Excellent Experience in the Alaska Wilderness!
    Self-Guided Tours & Rentals
    
    
    During an August 2022 cruise to Alaska, we rented a 4 person ATV for 2.5 hours from Hoonah ATV while docked in Icy Strait Point. We had the best time! The area is beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed our self guided ATV trip. From the cruise dock, we walked to the shuttle stop at the end of the Icy Strait Point compound and took the shuttle to Hoonah. The town is small but quaint. A short walk from the drop off point brought us to Hoonah ATV. Joe was very accommodating, helpful and informative. It was a pleasure to visit with him. The town was smaller than we anticipated and we did some souvenir shopping before taking a taxi back to the cruise port. Joe recommended a taxi service and it was a very convenient way to get back to Icy Strait Point. I will definitely take this tour again if I find myself in Hoonah in the future! Thank you, Joe! See more..
    
15. 5.0 Edgewater Outfitters (14 reviews)
    - Memories to last a lifetime
    4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Fishing Charters & Tours • Private Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours
    
    
    This was one of the BEST days ever! I’ve traveled a lot and have seen a lot….I’ve lived in 5 beautiful states…..been deep sea fishing off the coast of Florida, fished the gold metal waters of Colorado, done a 3 day float fishing trip on the snake river in Utah…. BUT where our guide took us was absolutely breathtaking and an experience of a lifetime….a private spot with just me and my fiancé in the middle of a river with salmon running all around us….he captured awesome pictures and videos of us and we catch so many fish….a line gets tangled, or you lose a lure ..no problem he hands you another pole so you can keep on fishing…. Seriously this experience was worth thousands $$$ so the $600 we paid for 4 hrs of fishing in a remote spot surrounded by gorgeous mountains was priceless and worth every penny. Oh and Buddy his dog was awesome too….My little fish retriever ❤️ Thank you Remo for a day we will never forget…we were blessed to have met you…. Fish on my friend See more..
    
16. 5.0 Gee Sta Hun Tours (7 reviews)
    - Excellent
    Day Trips
    
    
    Greg was amazing. He took us on a 3 hour tour and the whole time we felt safe and well informed. We saw Bears, Deer and Eagles and Greg was a great guide also showing us the town of Hoona. We passed several tour groups who had not seen any bears and their vans were filled with people where-as we had lots of space in Greg's van. He was also kind enough to drop us back at the ferry drop terminal afterwards! See more..
    
17. 5.0 Jj pate (5 reviews)
    - Like home cooking
    Speciality & Gift Shops
    
    
    Wanted to see this special ointment they make. Auntie makes it from an old recipe. The place is a little difficult to find- it is across the street from the school. The also have an eagles nest in a tree close by. Very friendly people. See more..