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Shore Excursion Details
Raptor Center And Historic Park
Sitka, Alaska
Raptor Center And Historic Park
DETAILS
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31/4
hrs Estimate Duration
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Limited Accessibility -
Weight
OVERVIEW
The Russians first gained a foothold in Alaska in 1804 by overpowering the indigenous Tlingits. That battlefield is now part of the Sitka National Historical Park, where you will browse exhibits explaining the conflict. Here you can walk the forest trail lined with totems and view cultural exhibits This tour also presents the chance to see Alaskan wildlife up close at the Alaska Raptor Center, a rehabilitation facility for birds of prey. This Bald Eagle Center operates with bird care professionals assisted by volunteers to rescue birds, provide them with rehabilitative care and hopefully release them back into the wild. Time will be available to view the flight center, clinic window, outside deck habitat areas and gift shop.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Discover how Russia controlled Sitka until selling Alaska in 1867.
• Explore Sitka National Historical Park and walk along totem lined trails.
• Get an up-close look at a variety of bird of prey.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Need to Know:
Note: This tour involves walking of up to one mile within an hour and a half. The order of sites visited may be reversed. This tour does allow wheelchairs as there are ramps at the stops. At the end of the tour, guests will have the option to stay downtown to explore on their own. A free shuttle runs every 10 minutes back to the pier where the ship is docked. Lift buses are not able to accommodate Motorized Scooters, however manual wheelchairs can be used.
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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES
Excursion Type:
Wildlife Tours
Activity Level:
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1Easy
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2Moderate
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3Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve walking over relatively level terrain, possibly some cobblestone, gravel, or a few steps. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
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1.866.625.1167