Hoonah Sightseeing with Tribal Dance (Wheelchair Accessible)
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port
Icy Strait Point, Alaska, US
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activityLevel
Easy Activity
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excursionType
12,All,80
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wheelchairAccessible
Yes
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startingAtPrice
$80
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minimumAge
Information Not Currently Available
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duration
1½ Hours
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mealsIncluded
Meals not included
Explore Hoonah -- an authentic village that is many things to its inhabitants. It is a lively fishing community, an old logging town, and the world's largest Tlingit village.
Your guide will describe how this coastal community came into being when the rapid glacial advance of the Little Ice Age forced the Native clans from their ancestral home in Glacier Bay. Learn about the feats of local fishermen, what it means to 'drive' on the Alaska Marine Highway, and how the people rebuilt the village after it was destroyed by fire during World War II.
Check out a pair of Tlingit totems and learn how to read them. And of course, keep your eyes peeled for the animal representatives of the two Tlingit moieties keeping watch over the town -- ravens and eagles.
Immerse yourself in the local Tlingit culture at the Native Theater. An interactive performance showcases the rich heritage of a people shaped by wild lands and mysterious seas. Performing and dancing in their colorful regalia, the Huna Tlingit proudly share their history with you through interpretive song, dance and storytelling. This is your opportunity to absorb the rich history and local culture and join in a traditional celebration.
Please note: The content of this tour is identical to Hoonah Sightseeing with Tribal Dance. Only guests using a wheelchair can book this tour, as it ensures accessible transportation. Due to the specialized nature of some lift-equipped vehicles, priority is given to guests using a wheelchair and one companion only; additional companions may be required to travel on the transportation provided for Hoonah Sightseeing with Tribal Dance. Bookings not marked with an accessibility requirement will be removed from the tour's inventory. This excursion is conducted in an open-air tram; please wear warm clothing. Photographing and videotaping the performances are prohibited; however, the performers are available for photos directly after the show.