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Explore Petroglyphs History and Nature in Wrangell by Walking

By Wrangell Tours
Free cancellation available
The previous price was AU$176 and current price is AU$140 per adult

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  • Free cancellation available
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Overview

What sets this experience apart is your focus on small group sizes and a relaxed, unhurried pace. We believe history shouldn't be rushed. By keeping groups small, you get a personalised experience with a guide deeply well-versed in Wrangell’s unique cultural landscape, vibrant natural beauty, and layered history.

We don’t just walk you past landmarks; we bring the stories of this island to life. While independent travellers often walk right past the ancient, subtle rock art at Petroglyph Beach, we guide you straight to these thousands-of-years-old treasures, explaining the cultural significance and enduring theories behind them. From the lush rainforest coastline to the dramatic tales of a town that has lived under four flags, we weave together nature and history seamlessly. Your tour concludes with an included admission ticket to the world-class Wrangell Museum, allowing you to transition into exploring its physical artefacts independently and at your own perfect pace.

Activity location

  • Petroglyph Beach State Historic Site
    • 5th Avenue,
    • 99929, Wrangell, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Wrangell Tours
    • City Dock
    • 99929, Wrangell, Alaska, United States

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The Explorer Walking Tour 2hr

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:30 AM
Price details
AU$175.21 x 1 AdultAU$175.21
Total
Price is AU$175.21

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Wrangell Museum Admissions

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Petroglyph Beach State Historic Site

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Walk the shoreline of Petroglyph Beach State Historic Park, home to the highest concentration of petroglyphs in Southeast Alaska. On this guided stop, we’ll scour the intertidal zone to locate ancient indigenous rock carvings dating back thousands of years. Learn to identify historic motifs like faces, sea creatures, and intricate spirals while discovering the deep cultural significance of this sacred shore. A perfect blend of wild Alaskan scenery and ancient human history.

Wrangell

  • 30m
Immerse yourself in the incredible, layered history of one of Alaska's oldest island communities. As we walk through the heart of city centre Wrangell, the town itself becomes your storybook. Your guide will share the dramatic history of a place that has lived under four different flags—Tlingit, Russian, British, and American. Along the route, you'll hear captivating stories of early fur traders, gold rush stampeders, and the rough-and-tumble frontier days that shaped this resilient island. Walking at a casual, relaxed pace, you'll get an authentic insider's look at modern island life while uncovering the hidden historic landmarks tucked away in plain sight.

Wrangell Museum

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
We wrap up your outdoor walking route at the exceptional Wrangell Museum. Your tour package includes full admission to the museum, letting you seamlessly transition from your guided stories to exploring the exhibits independently. Delve deep into native Tlingit art, early pioneer history, and Wrangell's unique status as the only town in Alaska to exist under four different flags. Because the tour ends here, you are free to browse the galleries at your own pace without feeling rushed.

Location

Activity location

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    Petroglyph Beach State Historic Site
    • 5th Avenue,
    • 99929, Wrangell, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Wrangell Tours
    • City Dock
    • 99929, Wrangell, Alaska, United States

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