Your 2026 shore excursion guide for Anthem of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas, Serenade of the Seas, and more.
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Ship schedules and docking assignments listed on this page are for general guidance and may evolve. For the most accurate, live information regarding your specific sail date, please check your Royal app or browse live availability for Ketchikan shore excursions.
Royal Caribbean ships dock at Downtown Ketchikan berths. The Anthem and Ovation class ships fit at the main piers, putting you within walking distance of Creek Street, downtown shops, and the Lumberjack Show.
Most Royal Caribbean Alaska itineraries arrive between 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM and depart between 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM. This gives you 8-10 hours in port—excellent for combining major excursions with free exploration.
Royal Caribbean guests often include multi-generational families and active travelers. Ketchikan's mix of adventure excursions and walkable downtown makes it ideal for this demographic.
Royal Caribbean excursions lean toward active experiences: ziplines, kayaking, and ATV tours. For families with teens, the Rainforest Sanctuary zipline or the Deadliest Catch Crab Tour are standouts.
Because Royal docks downtown, independent tours carry minimal risk. You'll save 20-40% on popular tours like Misty Fjords floatplanes or the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show by booking directly.
From $158 per person
High-energy, family-friendly entertainment plus a Dungeness crab feast. It's covered and heated, so rain doesn't stop the show.
Is It Worth It? →From $389 per person
The "Yosemite of the North" from the sky: ~2 hours over granite cliffs and waterfalls with a wilderness water landing. Book early—this sells out.
Misty Fjords Guide →From $225 per person
Ziplines and skybridges through the Tongass rainforest canopy at Herring Cove. Great for teens and active adults.
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