A Whale's Song Expedition: Whale Watching

Premier Whale Watching Tours & Whale Photography Tours in Sitka

We See Whales on 99% of Our Tours

We are the local leaders in professionally accredited marine wildlife viewing and photography expeditions. Join your expert naturalist guide and friendly captain to see humpbacks, minke, gray whales, sea otters, orcas, tufted puffins, and bald eagles on the Sitka Sound.

3-4 Hours

Whale Watching & Wildlife Tour

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Whale & Wildlife Photography Tours in Sitka & SE Alaska

Half-Day, Full-Day, & Multi-Day Expeditions

Capture images of incredible wildlife scenes during the golden hours. Your expert naturalist and photographer will help you take top-quality photos and use their unrivaled local knowledge to bring you to the best places to see the iconic Alaskan wildlife. Witness nature’s great events like bubble-net feeding and the mighty gray whale migration.

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Responsible Whale Watching Certification

We hold Alaska’s only Responsible Whale Watching Certificate from the World Cetacean Alliance.

Expert Guides

Gain valuable knowledge & understanding from our expert naturalists & photographers.

Sitka’s Only Hydrophone

The only tour operator who allows you to listen to the whales as well as watch them.

Take Our Guests’ Word For It

We had a great time with Neal and Niko. We were able to see whales, seals, sea lions, puffins, sea otters and bald eagles. Intimate setting with experienced crew. Highly recommend.

Mary Beth Barnes
7/21/2022
Neil was very nice. He remembered everyone's names, provided snacks and drinks, and took care of his sea sick guest. He also gave us information about the sea life and told stories. Overall there isn't a better caption to look for whales with.

Josh Gilzow
7/17/2022
We really lucked out. Neil and Nico were awesome. Neil is really just fantastic. Very easy going and accommodating and knowledgeable. I realize that he doesn’t control the whales so he can’t guarantee that you will see them but he found 6 for us along with... read more read less

Rob Floyd
7/06/2022
Neil and his team provide an amazing adventure for everyone. Neil will make sure that you have ample wildlife viewing. He is knowledgeable, professional and fun. This is one tour you will love that will provided memories for years to come ! I highly recommend A... read more read less

Laurie Jones-Serka
5/10/2022
Had an amazing experience this weekend with "A Whale's Song Expeditions"!The guide Captain Neil was exceptional and knowledgeable about all the sealife we encountered. He had coffee and drinks and the boat was very comfortable. We were the only two people on the tour, but it... read more read less

Matthew Susko
5/04/2022
Had an amazing experience this weekend with "A Whale's Song Expeditions"!
The guide Captain Neil was exceptional and knowledgeable about all the sealife we encountered. He had coffee and drinks and the boat was very comfortable. We were the only two people on the tour, but it... read more read less

Matthew Susko
5/03/2022
Neil is a fantastic tour guide. He is passionate and knowledgeable about the wildlife in the water, on land, and in the air. Each excursion is fun, informational, educational, and filled with incredible sightings of the amazing wildlife and nature in and around Sitka. He makes... read more read less

Heather Nicole
10/01/2021
Neil is a fantastic tour guide. He is passionate and knowledgeable about the wildlife in the water, on land, and in the air. Each excursion is fun, informational, educational, and filled with incredible sightings of the amazing wildlife and nature in and around Sitka. He makes... read more read less

Heather Nicole
9/25/2021
Neil is a fantastic tour guide. He is passionate and knowledgeable about the wildlife in the water, on land, and in the air. Each excursion is fun, informational, educational, and filled with incredible sightings of the amazing wildlife and nature in and around Sitka. He makes... read more read less

Heather Nicole
9/19/2021
Booked a tour last minute. It was just my wife and myself. Exceeded all our expectations. Saw lots of whales. And a pleasure to met Neil and his wife.

Brian Beaudreau
9/09/2021

Dedicated to Protecting & Sustaining the Local Wildlife & Environment

Our number one priority is respecting and protecting the local wildlife and surroundings. We are proud to be the only wildlife watching company in Alaska and the second in the US to hold a Responsible Whale Watching Certificate. This means we operate to the highest standards of care for local wildlife, sustainability, and customer experience.

Our Vessel: “Cat Daddy”

Ride in safety and comfort aboard our custom-built, 43-foot, expedition-style catamaran featuring a spacious, heated cabin with ample deluxe seating, restroom, and galley. Expect unparalleled viewing opportunities thanks to large wrap-around windows and an expansive open-air deck. Cat Daddy is the very best marine watching and photographing platform in Sitka.

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Our Vessel: “Cat Daddy”

Ride in safety and comfort aboard our custom-built, 43-foot, expedition-style catamaran featuring a spacious, heated cabin with ample deluxe seating, restroom, and galley. Expect unparalleled viewing opportunities thanks to large wrap-around windows and an expansive open-air deck. Cat Daddy is the very best marine watching and photographing platform in Sitka.

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About Sitka

Tlingit, Russian, and American settlers have all called Sitka home. Today, cultural influences from all three groups remain. Sitka is an island community boldly living between the mountains and sea, where the arts flourish and an ancient native culture still thrives. Surrounded by rainforest, we share our home with brown bears, bald eagles, orcas, otters, and all five species of salmon.

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About Sitka

Tlingit, Russian, and American settlers have all called Sitka home. Today, cultural influences from all three groups remain. Sitka is an island community boldly living between the mountains and sea, where the arts flourish and an ancient native culture still thrives. Surrounded by rainforest, we share our home with brown bears, bald eagles, orcas, otters, and all five species of salmon.

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