Discover the Soul of Sitka: Guided Walking Tours & Hikes That Go Beyond the Brochure

If you’ve ever heard someone say, “Tours in Sitka Alaska were pretty, but I’m not sure what we were looking at,” you’re not alone. Too many visitors leave Alaska’s most historic coastal town with beautiful photos—but little understanding of what makes this place truly remarkable.

At Sitka Walking Tours, we’re here to change that.

Our guided walking tours and hiking experiences in Sitka, Alaska are designed to give you more than just a walk through nature or a stroll past historic buildings. We take you deeper—into the layered stories, rich ecology, and Indigenous heritage that shape this land.

Not Your Average Sitka Tour

We are not your run-of-the-mill cruise ship excursion.
We are not a bus ride packed with disconnected “fun facts.”
We are not here to entertain—you for an hour and send you on your way.

We are educators, naturalists, and cultural interpreters who believe that the best Sitka tours are the ones that connect you to something bigger.

Our mission is simple: Help you understand the best of tours in Sitka, Alaska—its past, its people, and its living landscape.

Why Travelers Choose Sitka Walking Tours

Every tour we lead is designed to immerse you in Sitka’s natural and cultural environment using all five senses. Whether you're walking among towering Sitka spruce, tracing the footsteps of Tlingit ancestors, or exploring the ecological role of salmon in our forests, you'll come away with a deep, lasting understanding of this place.

Our top-rated Sitka guided tours include:

• Historic Downtown Walking Tours

• Eco Tours in the Tongass National Forest with Local Naturalists

• Photography Tours starring Bears at the Fortress of the Bear

• Private Cultural and Nature Tours in Sitka, AK

Each tour is led by a highly trained, locally based guide—many of whom are educators, scientists, and long-term Alaskans. We pay our guides above industry standards to attract the best talent because we believe an unforgettable guide makes for an unforgettable experience.

Our Promise: The Ultimate Confidence Guarantee

We don’t just claim to be the best hiking tour in Sitka—we back it up. If your tour isn’t one of the highlights of your Alaska trip, we’ll give you a full refund. No hassle. No guilt. No risk.

Guests consistently describe our tours as:

“The best tour of our entire Alaska cruise.”
“We learned more in 2 hours than in days of travel.”
“A deep dive into Sitka’s culture and nature—engaging, respectful, unforgettable.”

Conservation, Education, and Community Are at the Heart of What We Do

We are proud to be more than a tourism company. As stewards of this land, we hold certifications in Leave No Trace and actively teach our guests about sustainable travel practices in Alaska’s fragile rainforest and coastal ecosystems.

We also donate 5% of all profits to local conservation and culturally supportive nonprofits in Sitka, Alaska, ensuring your travel dollars make a lasting, positive impact.

Book Early—Tours Fill Fast

Whether you’re visiting Sitka on a cruise, ferry, or independent adventure, we recommend booking in advance. Our walking tours operate in small groups to maintain quality and intimacy—and that means availability is limited.

Don’t just see Sitka.
Understand it. Connect with it. Remember it.

Reserve your Sitka walking tour or hiking experience today.
 

Authentic. Insightful. Locally led.