This triple-threat combination tour offers the chance for up-close encounters with wild Alaskan animals while on a scenic catamaran cruise, interpretive tour of the Alaskan Raptor Center, and viewing platform experience at the Fortress of the Bear facility. The day begins with a three-hour boat ride through Sitka Sound, as you enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages onboard and hear about the local ecosystem from a naturalist guide. Whales, sea otters, Stellar sea lions, porpoise and harbor seals call these waters home — and the crew guarantees you’ll see one of these creatures! At the Alaska Raptor Center, you’ll be led through medical facilities where injured birds of prey are rehabilitated before being released back into the wild. To round out the day, at the Fortress of the Bear rescue operation, you’ll enjoy a 30-minute introduction into the life of the Alaskan brown and black bear while standing on a covered observation deck within 25 feet of a pack of orphaned bears. This dynamic adventure brings to life an abundance of wildlife native to the rugged Alaskan wilderness.