Saxman Village Cultural and Culinary Fest with Lumberjack Show from Ketchikan

Excursion Highlights:
  • Experience Alaska's frontier spirit at the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show, where world-class athletes compete in thrilling events using axes, saws, climbing poles, and chainsaws.
  • Discover the rich heritage of the Tlingit people at Saxman Native Village, surrounded by hand-carved canoes, towering totem poles, and traditional ceremonial regalia.
  • Explore authentic Native artistry and storytelling through the village's cultural displays, revealing Southeast Alaska's ancestral traditions and legends.
  • Savor a tasting of distinctive local flavors, including bull kelp salsas, handcrafted hot sauces, blueberry soda, and s'more stout paired with regional beverages.
  • Combine Alaska's living Native culture, frontier history, and regional cuisine on this immersive Ketchikan experience.
Price: $206.00
Children (ages 0 to 2 years old) are free but must be accounted for below at the time of booking.
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Standard
Shore Excursion Type Culinary / Food
Shore Excursion Duration 3 Hours 45 Minutes
Activity Level ? Easy
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? An approximately 5 to 20-minute walk from the cruise ship pier. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
Food/Beverage Provided Three-course menu (menu varies daily and based on availability of fresh products), one alcoholic beverage per guest (must be 21 years of age), and unlimited non-alcoholic beverages (water, tea, and soda) are included.
Recommended Dress We recommend dressing warmly and appropriately for the weather. Comfortable walking shoes are suggested.
Restrictions Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Saxman Village Cultural and Culinary Fest with Lumberjack Show from Ketchikan

Experience the essence of Ketchikan on a thoughtfully curated tour that blends Alaskan history, rich Native culture, and an unforgettable culinary adventure.

Begin your day with an exhilarating performance at the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show, where world-champion athletes in spiked boots and hard hats compete head-to-head in a series of thrilling events. Watch as they swing seven-pound axes, race up towering poles, handle razor-sharp saws, and power roaring chainsaws in an electrifying display of strength and skill.

Next, explore the heritage of Southeast Alaska with a visit to Saxman Native Village. Here, you'll be immersed in the traditions of the Tlingit people as you view an impressive collection of cultural artifacts. Admire hand-carved canoes once used along the coastal waterways and stand among beautifully carved totem poles that share stories of ancestry, historic events, and ancient legends. You'll also see traditional regalia preserved across generations, reflecting the community's ceremonial life and cultural pride.

Your experience concludes with a distinctive tasting that celebrates local Alaskan flavors. Sample a selection of regional specialties such as bull kelp salsas, handcrafted hot sauces, blueberry soda, and s'more stout. Each item is paired with a curated beverage flight designed to complement and enhance the flavors of Alaska.

This immersive tour offers a meaningful connection to the people, traditions, and tastes that define Ketchikan - an unforgettable way to discover this coastal Alaskan community.