Sitka Snorkel at Magic Island

Our tour kicks off with a quick check-in to collect your snorkeling equipment. Here, our friendly and expert staff will efficiently fit you with state-of-the-art wetsuits and snorkeling gear to ensure your comfort and safety during the adventure.

Before heading into the water, you'll participate in an orientation lasting approximately 45 to 60-minutes, covering essential information about the dive site, local ecosystem, sustainability practices, and wetsuit safety. This session is led by our knowledgeable guides, who specialize in oceanic life and intertidal ecosystems, ensuring an enriching and educational experience..

A short drive takes us to the enchanting snorkeling spot of Magic Island. As you walk down the gravelly, rocky shore into the crystal-clear waters, our safety-oriented guides will brief you on the adventure ahead and accompany you every stroke of the way. You'll enjoy approximately 60 to 80-minutes of snorkeling, exploring the vibrant underwater world with a 1:5 guide-to-guest ratio, allowing for a personalized and immersive experience.

Because the town of Sitka is located on the Outer Coast, you will witness a wide diversity of marine life, including colorful rockfish, sand dollars, sea stars, needlefish, and even Giant Pacific Octopi. The shoreline and surrounding waters also attract bald eagles, sea lions, sea otters, harbor seals, and even the occasional humpback whale.

After your snorkeling adventure, we'll return to the snorkel shop, where you'll receive a towel and have the opportunity to change out of your wetsuit. Once you're comfortable, warm up with complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, or tea--the perfect way to end your exhilarating excursion.

This tour is proudly partnered with the Sitka Sound Science Center, reinforcing our commitment to marine education and sustainability.

We're dedicated to ensuring you return in time for your cruise departure, so you can leave with nothing but wonderful memories of your time at Magic Island. Book now for an extraordinary snorkeling experience in Sitka, Alaska, where the magic of the sea meets the charm of the port!

Please Note: All guests participating in our tours or activities must sign a waiver form acknowledging the inherent risks and confirming their good physical condition. For participation, guests should have no respiratory conditions, heart issues, or uncontrolled high blood pressure. Additionally, guests interested in snorkeling must be proficient swimmers. Those with concerns are encouraged to consult their personal physician before engaging in any potentially strenuous activity. Please print out and bring a completed wavier form with you to the meeting location. To print out the required wavier form, please CLICK HERE.