Excursion Bering sea crab fishermen on the aleutian ballad tour at Ketchikan

Experience a day in the life of an Alaskan fisherman during this captivating, 3 hours excursion aboard the Aleutian Ballad from the Discovery Channel series, The Deadliest Catch.

Ketchikan, Aleutian Ballad-Ride

Depart the pier for the short walk to the boat dock, and your awaiting vessel. Upon arrival, embark the Aleutian Ballad. Seen on Discovery Channel’s hit series, The Deadliest Catch, this famous king crab boat has been converted into a passenger vessel with comfortable, theatre-style seating and modern amenities.

After receiving your safety and tour instructions, begin your unforgettable, educational, and interactive journey aboard the Aleutian Ballad with a scenic ride out to the calm waters of Annette Bay, home to the Tsimshian Native Americans. Along the way, your knowledgeable and experienced fishermen/guides, who have braved the wild Alaskan seas, share their personal, thrilling, and often heart-warming tales of survival, adventure, and fun.

Hauling in Crabs, Sea Stars, Octopi, Prawns & Halibut, Eagle-Viewing Encounters

There is over 50 times more life in the water than on land in Alaska, and this excursion offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the best of both. Watch with excitement whilst the fishermen pull up a variety of fishing gear from the ocean in their quest for sea stars, octopi, prawns, halibut, and, of course, crabs. Whatever is caught is shared with you and your fellow guests, and you are invited to touch and photograph these incredible, freshly-caught live creatures. Another highlight of your tour is the breath-taking, eagle-viewing encounter. Watch in awe as up to several dozen bald and other eagle species soar and dive within yards of the boat to grab fish off the water, one of many amazing photo opportunities to enjoy during your tour.

Breath-Taking Vistas & Photo Opportunities, Alaskan Wilderness, Wildlife-Viewing

This award-winning, must-see tour is amongst the most lauded excursions on cruise line and travel-related websites, and even more fun to experience first-hand. Be prepared with your cameras to capture incredible photos of the beautiful Alaskan wilderness, and some of the world’s best wildlife-viewing. Your authentic adventure concludes back at the boat dock. Upon arrival, disembark the boat and commence the short walk back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Ketchikan, Aleutian Ballad-Ride, Hauling in Crabs & Marine Life, Eagle-Viewing Encounters, Alaskan Wilderness, Wildlife

Note

Please note: This tour involves a short walk along the pier and is able to accommodate all guests with limited mobility and guests who use a wheelchair or service animal. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a weatherproof sweater or jacket, bottled water, and US Dollars or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least 5 years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, crab, fish, and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. Operation of this tour is in all types of weather conditions. The tour is not exclusive to Silversea.