Alaska Ocean Wilderness Expedition

  One of the best tours we’ve done in Alaska!  - The last week of August, 2025, Delaney and Eric took us out on their Zodiac. The other group had to cancel but they still took us out... read more even though there were just 2 of us. I’ve been with other companies that require at least 4 people on a tour or they don’t go out, so we were impressed from the start. Eric captained the Zodiac and was a very careful driver, even slowing the boat to reduce the spray that could hit you. They did a good job from the start in dressing us in a way to protect our clothes from getting salt water and everything they did from that point was more of the same in being thoughtful of how we could have the best experience. Delaney was especially interested in nature and birds and explained things in a way easy to understand. Their knowledge of the area and sea-life were invaluable in making this a memorable trip. We saw harbor seals, bald eagles, marbled murrelets, sea stars, anemones and the best of all a male humpback whale named Phoenix that put on a show better than any of the whale watches we’ve done in Juneau could match! He was bubble net feeding solo. We could see the rings of bubbles so we knew exactly where he’d pop up, which made seeing him come out of the water and taking pictures so much easier. They knew his habits so we got the best possible views. They were also respectful of not stressing Phoenix or any of the other sea-life. They were also genuinely friendly and enjoyable to be around. The next time we’re in Ketchikan, we are definitely going to do this trip again.

  Unforgettable Alaska Ocean Adventure with Knowledgable, Friendly Guides  - We had an absolutely amazing experience with Out To Sea Expedition Company on their Alaska Ocean Wilderness Expedition! From start to finish, everything was perfect. We went out on a... read more comfortable zodiac with Eric and Delaney, who were both incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging. They went above and beyond to make the trip enjoyable for everyone — especially our 6-year-old, who they treated with so much patience and enthusiasm.

We saw an incredible variety of sea life and learned so much about the Ketchikan area along the way. It’s clear that Eric and Delaney truly love this place and are passionate about sharing that love while also being faithful stewards of the ocean for future generations. This was the highlight of our trip to Alaska, and we can’t recommend it enough!

  Top Tier Experience!  - Had an amazing trip with Out to Sea! You can tell they are good stewards for the environment and have a passion for teaching you about it! Full service with... read more all of the dry gear you could need!

  Don't book a cruise ship tour when you can go with these guys!  - A great experience overall! The only downside was that there weren't longer tour options allowing for further exploration. As it were, we saw a lot of wildlife in... read more 2 hours. As far as mammals, we watched and photographed 2 Humpback Whales bubble net feeding, Harbor Porpoises, Harbor Seals, and Sitka Black-tailed Deer. We also saw a number of birds and as a birder, I was happy to gain a few more "life list" birds. We saw many of the common birds like eagles, crows, ravens and gulls, but we also saw some birds that are of higher interest to birders such as Black Turnstone, Marbled Murrelet, Pigeon Guillemot, and Common Murre.

Eric was our captain and Jenny our onboard naturalist. They were both great and very enjoyable to be around. Jenny was able to answer any questions thrown at her and Eric was great at maneuvering the boat always being mindful of the safety of the whales and his crew. He also was mindful of the placement of the sun for photography purposes which is always a nice touch for photogs like me.

Delaney though not on the actual adventure was my main point of contact and she was also in the shop before the tour. I got there earlier than everyone else and had some great conversation with Eric, Delaney and Jenny and can tell you that they are great people to hang with.

I would not hesitate to get out on the water with them again if given a chance. Thanks guys for the adventure and for putting up with the demands of a traveling birder!

  Ketchikan Excursion You Don’t Want To Miss! - If you do one excursion while in Ketchikan, pick this one! Eric and Delaney were so knowledgeable about the wildlife we saw on this trip. Being out so... read more close and personal and exploring sea urchins, eagles, porpoises and learning about the various types of birds was amazing. Making our way back, we saw humpback whales! The entire experience was so nicely done with outfitted gear to keep us warm and dry to the sweet sip of hot cocoa while on the water. You guys are the best, this was an unforgettable experience! Thank you!

  Awesome Guides  - Eric and Delaney made the whole experience. They clearly were so knowledgeable about the wildlife and ecosystem. I thought the snacks and warm drinks were a perfect touch. I will... read more definitely be back!

  Best 2 1/2 hour trip ivve ever experienced. Great time.  - Excellent tour. The boat was a stud. It was exciting going from island to island checking out the birds and mammals in thee Northern Pacific. Eric and Nichols were fun,... read more exciting knowledgeable and great hosts! Naming 7 different types of birds we saw. Then it was an Orca show. There were a pod of five putting on a show for us.

  Great Experience  - Highly recommend booking a zodiac boat tour with Delaney and Eric when visiting Ketchikan. It was an incredible experience seeing all the different Alaskan wildlife in a more up close... read more and personal manner. Delaney and Eric are the sweetest people and highly involved with Ketchikan wildlife. This tour was truly inspiring!

  Unforgettable Adventure with Out to Sea Expedition!  - Absolutely thrilled with our experience with Out to Sea Expedition in Ketchikan! From start to finish, the trip was a highlight of our vacation. Delaney and Eric were outstanding guides,... read more sharing their extensive knowledge of the area and its wildlife, which made the journey even more enriching.

We were lucky enough to see an incredible variety of wildlife, including whales, seals, a sea lion, and soaring eagles. Delaney and Eric made sure we had the best views and photo opportunities.

The small group size made the experience feel personalized, allowing us to connect with our guides. We felt safe and well taken care of throughout the trip.

If you’re looking for an unforgettable adventure in Ketchikan, I can’t recommend Out to Sea Expedition enough. Thank you, Delaney and Eric, for an amazing day out on the water! We can’t wait to come back and explore more.

  One of the highlights of our vacation.  - We stopped at Ketchikan on our cruise and thoroughly enjoyed this tour. It was just my husband and I and the guides, Eric and Delaney. We saw seals, sea lions,... read more eagles, a mink, as well as different types of starfish, sea urchins, and a jellyfish. We also saw a lot of other birds. They provided the gear to keep us warm and dry as well as coffee and a snack. Eric and Delaney were awesome, very knowledgeable and friendly. Delaney kindly emailed a list of all the birds we saw after the tour.