Alaska
Dock Port
Icy Strait Point
United States
50 excursions
$19–$499
Moderately Walkable
A unique privately owned port in Hoonah, Alaska's largest Tlingit village. Home to the world's largest zip line, incredible whale watching, and authentic Native culture in a wilderness setting.
Cruise Port Intelligence
Dock Port
Ships dock at the purpose-built Icy Strait Point pier in Hoonah. The pier area has shops, a museum, and is the starting point for most excursions.
Moderately Walkable
The port area and main attractions are walkable. The town of Hoonah is about a mile walk. Most adventure excursions (zip line, whale watching, bear viewing) depart from the port area or include shuttle service.
Best For
Wildlife lovers
Adventure seekers
Nature photographers
Port Hours
Typical 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Currency & Language
US Dollar
English
Safety
Very safe. Be bear-aware on trails. Follow wildlife viewing guidelines.
Insider Tips for Icy Strait Point
- The ZipRider is one of the world's longest zip lines — book early, it sells out
- Whale watching season peaks June through September
- Hoonah is a small Tlingit village — the cultural center is worth visiting
- Brown bear viewing is possible here and often cheaper than Juneau options
Excursions in Icy Strait Point
50 excursions available
