7 Things to do Adventurous in Hoonah That You Shouldn't Miss

Alaskan sized adventure! This is it, the world's largest zip-line: 5,330 feet long, 1,300 foot vertical drop, 60 mph maximum speed, 300 feet highest point from ground, 1.5 minute ride time! If you are looking for true adventure then the ZipRider is for you. Unlike anything you've seen before the ZipRider cable ride at Icy Strait Point is truly a once in a lifetime experience. Your adventure begins when you board your bus for the ride to the top the mountain. Your driver will narrate as you pass through the village of Hoonah and then up the mountainside. Once on top you will take a short walk to the launching area. At 1,300 feet above sea level you will sit into a special harness seat and await your launch. Six guests launch at once, and it is a race to the bottom! 3, 2, 1 and you're off, accelerating to 60 mph as you pass 300 feet above the treetops. If your eyes are still open you will see sweeping views of Port Frederick, Icy Strait and your cruise ship far below. Your ZipRide concludes with a break-activated landing on the beach back at Icy Strait Point.Participants must be between 90 and 275 pounds and be comfortable with heights. This ride is not recommended for individuals with back or neck problems, or who are pregnant. Photos will be available at the end of your ride!

Glacier Wind Charters provides personalized, small-group whale watching tours departing from Hoonah, Alaska near Icy Strait Point. Icy Strait affords our guests a unique whale and wildlife watching experience which will be enjoyed aboard our specially designed catamaran, Kohola. With a lifetime of experience on the local waters, captain Shawn has been providing our guests with memories that will last a lifetime since 1995.

Icy Strait Whale adventures is located near Icy Strait Point in the town of Hoonah. We offer guaranteed whale watching on our 40' North River custom built boat. Our spacious boat is very comfortable with heated cabin, restroom and large windows for viewing whales and wildlife. Our Captains will delight in sharing the majestic beauty that is Alaska on this 3 hour whale watching tour which can take you along the coastline to either Point Adolphus, Icy Strait or up Neka Bay.

Hoonah Travel Adventures is an Alaskan, family owned small business! We are committed to providing our guests with the best customer service in the industry! Our tours offer a unique and thrilling memory of the pristine natural beauty of Hoonah, Alaska. We cater to the cruise ships that visit Icy Strait Point! We offer a Whale Watch, a City & Brewery Tour, a Wilderness Tour & Brown Bear Search, a Tlingit Canoe & Cultural Experience! We are the largest privately owned tour company in Hoonah! We are proud to be independent and do not sell through the cruise ships! All or our tours are timed to coincide with the cruise ships schedules. All tours pick up and drop off at the Icy Strait Point Excursions Hub, a short 6-8 minute walk from your ship. We would love to share Hoonah with you! We will see you in Alaska!

Guaranteed Whales! - If whales are not seen on this excursion we will hand you $100 in CASH as you get off the boat. Since 2004 we have never missed seeing whales. Top Reasons to take this trip.1) Large catamaran style boat that is incredibly stable in rough seas. Small boats can get tossed around while this one is stable and fast when it gets rough. This is a great boat for guests in wheel chairs or with mobility challenges due to stability and room to move around. 2) Discounted child prices make this very affordable for families. 3) Departs and returns to Icy Strait Point at the cruise ship terminal, no vehicle transfers are required making the most of your time. 4) High viewing decks allow the best possible views of whales as more of the whale is visible from up high. 5) You are guaranteed to make it back to the ship, if an issue arrises on the tour, the ship will wait for you. 6) Icy Strait Point is a locally owned business that benefits the Native shareholders of Huna Totem Corporation.