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Operated by Taquan Air in Ketchikan, Alaska
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Operator: Operated directly by Taquan Air in Ketchikan.
Payment & Voucher: Billed securely by Welcome to Alaska Tours via Stripe. Instant confirmation voucher issued.
Port Pickup: Staged for Ketchikan cruise berths (including shuttle transit guidance for outer docks).
Cancellation Policy: 100% refund for weather flight cancellations. Guest cancellations: 7+ days prior (no penalty), non-refundable within 7 days.
Safety Margin: Recommended 60-minute return cushion before ship all-aboard.
Seaplane and floatplane excursions in Ketchikan depart from coastal harbor slips and depend on visual flying visibility. Evaluate the metrics below to ensure a smooth return before your ship's all-aboard.
Best for travelers wanting awe-inspiring aerial views of Misty Fjords waterfalls and granite cliffs or remote fly-in bear viewing by Alaskan bush floatplane.
Not recommended for guests with a severe fear of flying or heights.
Coastal floatplane flights operate under visual flight rules in Southeast Alaska's fjords and mountain passes. Booking earlier in your port stay provides the most relaxed cushion before your ship's all-aboard.
Floatplane Flightseeing • 2 Hours • All Ages • Remote fjord water landing
Check in at the Taquan Air Harbor Base (1007 Water St, Ketchikan). Dedicated round-trip shuttle transportation is provided directly between downtown Ketchikan cruise ship berths and the seaplane float base.
Weather & Safety Policy: Operator reschedules for cruise ship delays; 100% full refund if weather or safety prevents flight operations. Guest-Initiated Cancellation Deadlines (Pre-Payment Disclosure): • Up to 7 days prior to date of service: 100% full refund with no penalty. • Within 7 days of departure: Non-refundable.