Experience a Bering Sea crab boat tour, meet real fishermen, handle sea creatures, and enjoy drinks at Ketchikan’s historic Arctic Bar.

Embark on the legendary Deadliest Catch boat, Aleutian Ballad, for an interactive Bering Sea adventure. Meet real fishermen, hear their stories, and get up close and personal with live sea creatures. After the tour, visit Ketchikan’s historic Arctic Bar for a signature duck fart shot and two drink chips. Experience Alaska’s fishing culture and local flavors in this unforgettable excursion.

Energy Level

Duration

3.75 Hours

Type

CULTURED

Accessible

Yes

Exclusive

Designed exclusively for our Sailors and not available anywhere else. Once you sail, there is no going back - this is your chance to do Alaska differently.

Shore Thing Highlights

Sail on the famous Aleutian Ballad featured on the Deadliest Catch
Hear tales of lore from native Alaskan fishermen
Enjoy an Alaskan favorite Duck Fart shot at the infamous Arctic Bar
Keep an eye out for an array of wildlife

Need to know

This Shore Thing is accessible for collapsible wheelchairs, as long as Sailors can navigate a few steps on their own
Sailors prone to motion sickness should take precautions prior to this Shore Thing
1 shot and 2 drink tokens are included. Additional beverages can be purchased
Depending on the tide, ramp to get to/from the boat can be steep
Wildlife sightings are likely but not guaranteed
Weather can vary throughout the day; layers and a rain jacket are recommended
Sailors must be 21+ to participate

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Shore Things are fully refundable to the original form of payment. However, please note that Shore Things are only fully refundable if they are canceled within 48 hours prior to the booked Shore Thing taking place, unless stated otherwise in a specific Shore Thing 'Need to Know' section. If you fail to either (a) cancel within 48 hours of the booked Shore Thing (or alternative time period as may be stated in a specific Shore Thing 'Need to Know' section), or (b) show up for a booked Shore Thing, you will be charged for 100% of the Shore Thing price.

If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and within 48 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.

If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.

If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.

Shore Things departure times and/or meeting locations are subject to change. We will make every effort to notify Sailors in advance via the Sailor App of any tour departure and/or meeting changes.

Bering Sea Crab Fishermen's Tour & After The Catch

Experience a Bering Sea crab boat tour, meet real fishermen, handle sea creatures, and enjoy drinks at Ketchikan’s historic Arctic Bar.

Shore Thing Highlights

Need to know

Experience shores the Virgin way

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