Premier Whale Watching Tours & Whale Photography Tours in Sitka

We See Whales on 99% of Our Tours

Join our Sitka, Alaska whale marine wildlife company for professionally accredited tours that showcase stunning marine life diversity, including humpback, minke, and gray whales, sea otters, orcas, puffins, and bald eagles. Our expert guides provide a front-row seat to witness the wonders of the Alaskan wilderness with high-quality and safe expeditions.

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Whale & Wildlife Photography Tours in Sitka & SE Alaska

Half-Day, Full-Day, & Multi-Day Expeditions

Experience the magic of Alaska’s iconic wildlife with our expert naturalist and photographer on our specialized photo tours. Capture frame-worthy moments and witness nature’s great events like bubble-net feeding and the mighty gray whale migration. Learn more about our unforgettable photography expeditions today.

Responsible Whale Watching Certification

We hold Alaska’s only Responsible Whale Watching Certificate from the World Cetacean Alliance.

Expert Guides

Gain valuable knowledge & understanding from our expert naturalists & photographers.

Sitka’s Only Hydrophone

The only tour operator who allows you to listen to the whales as well as watch them.

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Take Our Guests’ Word For It

Dedicated to Protecting & Sustaining the Local Wildlife & Environment

Our number one priority is respecting and protecting the local wildlife and surroundings. We are proud to be the only wildlife watching company in Alaska and the second in the US to hold a Responsible Whale Watching Certificate. This means we operate to the highest standards of care for local wildlife, sustainability, and customer experience.

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Our Vessel: “Cat Daddy”

Ride in safety and comfort aboard our custom-built, 43-foot, expedition-style catamaran featuring a spacious, heated cabin with ample deluxe seating, restroom, and galley. Expect unparalleled viewing opportunities thanks to large wrap-around windows and an expansive open-air deck. Cat Daddy is the very best marine watching and photographing platform in Sitka.

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The cat daddy on the ocean.

Our Vessel: “Cat Daddy”

Ride in safety and comfort aboard our custom-built, 43-foot, expedition-style catamaran featuring a spacious, heated cabin with ample deluxe seating, restroom, and galley. Expect unparalleled viewing opportunities thanks to large wrap-around windows and an expansive open-air deck. Cat Daddy is the very best marine watching and photographing platform in Sitka.

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About Sitka

Tlingit, Russian, and American settlers have all called Sitka home. Today, cultural influences from all three groups remain. Sitka is an island community boldly living between the mountains and sea, where the arts flourish and an ancient native culture still thrives. Surrounded by rainforest, we share our home with brown bears, bald eagles, orcas, otters, and all five species of salmon.

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Map of Sitka.

About Sitka

Tlingit, Russian, and American settlers have all called Sitka home. Today, cultural influences from all three groups remain. Sitka is an island community boldly living between the mountains and sea, where the arts flourish and an ancient native culture still thrives. Surrounded by rainforest, we share our home with brown bears, bald eagles, orcas, otters, and all five species of salmon.

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My personal best King. 27.4 lbs. caught 98lbs over the course of the derby. The 27 lber fought and ran a ton. I can’t imagine what a 40lb king never mind a 50 or 60 lber would fight like. Good times!

My personal best King. 27.4 lbs. caught 98lbs over the course of the derby. The 27 lber fought and ran a ton. I can’t imagine what a 40lb king never mind a 50 or 60 lber would fight like. Good times! ...

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That’s a wrap. What a great Bubble-net season!  Thanks to Mike , Chatham, Gary, Parker, Ricky for all the help and Sean for your incredible camera skills and inspiring photos. 2027 and 2028 prime dates are going fast and even some for 2029.

That’s a wrap. What a great Bubble-net season! Thanks to Mike , Chatham, Gary, Parker, Ricky for all the help and Sean for your incredible camera skills and inspiring photos. 2027 and 2028 prime dates are going fast and even some for 2029. ...

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One of the 65 bubble-nets out guests witnessed today on our bubble-net feeding humpback whale tour. Photo credit- Sean Weekly

One of the 65 bubble-nets out guests witnessed today on our bubble-net feeding humpback whale tour. Photo credit- Sean Weekly ...

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My favorite from yesterday. Thanks again to Sean Weekly for this in awesome photo.

My favorite from yesterday. Thanks again to Sean Weekly for this in awesome photo. ...

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7-Day photography tour. 7/27-8/3 For info call 907-738-9890 or email neil@awhalessongexoeditions.com

7-Day photography tour. 7/27-8/3 For info call 907-738-9890 or email neil@awhalessongexoeditions.com ...

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Sweet wine Grappa and house made Lemoncello with chocolate donuts for Carnival on the house! 🏠

Sweet wine Grappa and house made Lemoncello with chocolate donuts for Carnival on the house! 🏠 ...

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First night in Tuscany

First night in Tuscany ...

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Our meticulously crafted itinerary is the culmination of a collaborative endeavor between experienced captains and marine scientists, ensuring an unparalleled experience. Each destination is carefully chosen, following a comprehensive analysis of our route, to offer exceptional photographic opportunities. Sitka to Petersburg July 27-August 3, 2026 $5700 includes lodging, meals, transfers, park fees and a memorable experience. Only 2 seats remain. For inquiries or to reserve, please contact Captain Neil at 907-738-9890.

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Our meticulously crafted itinerary is the culmination of a collaborative endeavor between experienced captains and marine scientists, ensuring an unparalleled experience. Each destination is carefully chosen, following a comprehensive analysis of our route, to offer exceptional photographic opportunities. Sitka to Petersburg July 27-August 3, 2026 $5700 includes lodging, meals, transfers, park fees and a memorable experience. Only 2 seats remain. For inquiries or to reserve, please contact Captain Neil at 907-738-9890.

#AnimalPhotography, #Wildlife, #Nature, #AnimalsOfInstagram, #NatGeoWild, #NatureTTL, #WildlifeOnEarth, #Alaskawildlife, #wildlifephotography, #whalephotography, #humpbackwhale, #orcas, #bearphotography
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