We are currently hiring for the 2025 season. Email us at sara@bumbleexpeditions.com
We are currently hiring for the 2025 season. Email us at sara@bumbleexpeditions.com

Your Authentic Alaska Experience

PICK YOUR ADVENTURE:

Can’t decide? Do both!

Your Authentic Alaska Experience

PICK YOUR ADVENTURE:

Can’t decide? Do both!

Create the Alaska Memory of a Lifetime

Discover Alaska in its purest form with Bumble Expeditions—your gateway to immersive, majestic, and unforgettable adventures. We're dedicated to offering personalized experiences beyond the ordinary tours, inviting you to connect deeply with our stunning landscapes and vibrant wildlife, making every moment a cherished adventure.

LAND TOURS

What to Expect

Overview

This unparalleled experience offers the perfect setting for a milestone event like an engagement, or simply a standout memory in your travel adventures.

Begin your adventure with a scenic boat ride to Mertz Island of Misfit Toys. Encounter wildlife and experience the pristine cove with a kayak or a paddleboard. Savor a local gourmet picnic tailored to your tastes, and discover ideal spots on the island for relaxation or exploration.

Every detail, from transportation to dining, is meticulously planned to create an unforgettable experience.

Activities

Majestic Wildlife

Experience close encounters with Sitka's diverse and abundant animals in their natural habitats, from soaring eagles to playful sea otters.

Gourmet Lunch Picnic

Indulge in a selection of locally-sourced foods, catered to your unique preferences and beautifully served amid Sitka’s stunning landscape.

Explore on the Water

Paddle by kayak or paddleboard and witness the untouched beauty of the tranquil cove.

Bumble Expeditions LLC is an equal opportunity provider. Bumble Expeditions LLC. is operated under a special use permit with the Tongass National Forest.

SEA TOURS

What to Expect

Overview

Pack your camera and embark on an extraordinary journey through Alaska's natural wonders! This unique experience is ideal for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone looking to capture Alaska's special beauty.

Set sail on Sitka’s clear waters for a wildlife-watching adventure that brings you face-to-face with the region's most captivating marine and terrestrial life. Guided by experts, this tour offers a blend of exciting wildlife encounters, including otters, puffins, bears, sea lions, seals, eagles, and of course, whales. Perfect for small groups, you'll receive individualized attention in a setting that's just right for soaking in the natural beauty and snapping your best photo yet!

Activities

Majestic Wildlife

Spot whales in their natural setting, alongside Sitka's vibrant wildlife panorama.

Gourmet Lunch Picnic

Enhance your adventure with a delectable gourmet picnic, available as an optional add-on.

Explore on the Water

Navigate Alaska's waters for intimate whale sightings and photography marvels.

Have a larger group? Explore our Sea and Land custom options

Design a fun-filled day your group will love by going on a combined sea & land adventure. We’d love to help!

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1-907-796-9713

Email support

sara@bumbleexpeditions.com

Meet Our Team

You're in good hands. Our guides are experienced, knowledgeable, and genuinely love what they do. More than just experts—they’re friendly faces who care about making your adventure safe, fun, and completely unforgettable.

Anna

TOUR GUIDE

Rob

TOUR GUIDE

Cole

CAPTAIN & co-founder

Sara

CAPTAIN & co-founder

Avi

Operations Director

Sandy

Cafe manager

Brigit

Cafe Co-manager

Lily

CAFE STAFF

Xander

CAFE STAFF

Dani

CAFE STAFF

Rhi

CAFE STAFF

Bumble Expeditions provides a variety of land and sea tours to explore Sitka's local sites. We also offer customizable private tours to ensure you experience the best of Sitka's scenes and sights.

ORDER YOUR LUNCH

Enjoy a hassle free delicious meal during your stay in Sitka. Let us handle the arrangements and have your pre-ordered lunch ready and waiting for you on or at the conclusion of your trip from the Misfit Island Cafe’. - check out our menu here.

907-796-9713
sara@bumbleexpeditions.com

About Our Tours

From a dream sparked by a leap of faith to Alaska, driven by our desire for adventure, we (Cole and Sara) have nurtured Bumble Expeditions into the unique travel company we are today. As newlyweds at the time, our journey began with a shared passion for exploration and discovery.

Our tours offer unique glimpses into the wilderness and Alaska landscape, crafted for small groups who are seeking authentic encounters with the diverse wildlife and stunning landscape. We honor the land and its original stewards. The Tlingit people have been indigenous to this land for over 10,000 years. Gunalcheesh to the Tlingit people for their stewardship of Tlingit Aani since time immemorial and today. Bumble Expeditions LLC acknowledges that we live, work, and play on Tlingit Aani.

Beyond the journey, we want you to have a once-in-a-lifetime experience, including customizable itineraries and delicious food along the way. Join us, and let our family help you explore the heart of Alaska! We can’t wait to meet you.

Sitka Sightseeing Van or Truck Tours

Our fully guided Sitka Sightseeing Tours offer comprehensive experiences, including transportation from the cruise terminal or your accommodation. We specialize in small group tours, accommodating 4-7 guests per vehicle with an intimate feel. Choose between an eco-friendly Hybrid minivan for groups or enjoy the private, elevated view in our lifted Toyota Tundra. We use our intimate knowledge of the landscape to create the best tour for you, your group, and the season we are in.

This can include stops at the Fortress of the Bear, Silver Bay scenic overlook, a salmon run, hiking along our favorite berry trails: Starrigavin Estuary Trail, Herring Cove Trail, Mosquito Cove Trail, or Indian River Trail, the Thimbleberry waterfall hike, Whale Park, Silver Bay Scenic Turnout, and Halibut Point State Rec Site - ending in the center of downtown near the State Historical Park. Here you can venture out on your own to do some shopping, visit St Michael’s Cathedral, the Sheldon Jackson Museum, the Russian Bishop’s house, or enjoy a stroll along the sea walk.

Already have a perfect vision for your perfect Sitka trip? Design a completely custom experience with a private vehicle and we’ll accommodate your wishes including any scenic routes, local stops, grocery stores, pharmacies, and 420 retailers. Are you ready?

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More Questions?

Have questions or need more information? Reach out to us. We're here to help make your Sitka adventure extra special!

Booking time: 8AM - 6PM
1-907-796-9713
Booking time: 8AM - 6PM
315 Lincoln St Ste 112 Sitka AK 99835
Booking time: 8AM - 6PM
sara@bumbleexpeditions.com

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Fill your day with our Sea & Land Excursion Private Tour!

Create an exciting day tailored to your group's preferences with a thrilling combination of sea and land adventures. We're eager to assist you in crafting a memorable experience! Fill out the form below, and we'll reach out to you soon.

Anna

TOUR GUIDE

Hi, I'm Anna! Originally from the California Bay Area, my childhood love for swimming and water polo led me to work as a lifeguard for six summers.

My growing passion for the outdoors inspired me to move to Sitka, AK, in search of new adventures! After three incredible years here, I'm completely in love with the amazing opportunities this town offers, especially hiking and fishing.

Rob

TOUR GUIDE

Hi, I’m Rob! Originally from the great state of Florida, I'm a lifelong nature enthusiast who has traded the swamp for the snow. I can't wait to show you all the wonderful things Sitka offers.

Let's create unforgettable memories you'll never forget and some jokes you wish you could!

Cole

CAPTAIN & co-founder

Captain Cole has called Alaska home since 2015. After traveling and working in every US state, he decided Alaska would be his final destination. He spent eight years mining precious metals in Juneau before retiring to become a full-time Sitka resident, co-founder, and Wildlife Tour Captain for Bumble.

In his free time, he enjoys golfing or fishing, traveling the world in the winter, and keeping up with his "Mertz Island of Misfit Toys." He's often accompanied by his co-pilots, Finn and Indy.

Sara

CAPTAIN & co-founder

If you’ve called Bumble or seen us at the dock, you've likely spoken with Sara. She handles the business side of Bumble. She moved to Alaska from Colorado in 2015 to teach but retired in 2019.

She's the co-founder of Bumble Expeditions and the Misfit Island Cafe. She's also a licensed captain who often jokes about spending too much time behind a computer instead of on the water.

Avi

Operations Director

Our extraordinary Operations Director is Avi, whom you'll easily recognize by their brilliant red hair. Avi joined Bumble in 2024 and quickly demonstrated a talent for working with clients, organizing schedules, and keeping everything running smoothly.

Avi takes care of the day-to-day operations and is on-site at the terminal and downtown to greet our guests when they arrive. Born and raised in Sitka, Avi spends much of their free time outdoors with their dog, Venus.

Sandy

Cafe manager

With years of restaurant experience, Sandy stepped into the role of manager last year and expertly shaped the Misfit Island Cafe. Known for her mellow personality, she keeps us all in line with a great sense of humor.

She's also Sara's younger sister – it's a family business, after all!

Brigit

Cafe Co-manager

Brigit is the cafe's co-manager. Born and raised in Sitka, she stood out for her culinary talents, organizational skills, and calm demeanor.

She runs the kitchen with her winning smile and wit. In her free time, Brigit enjoys hiking and spending time with her dog, Isla.

Lily

CAFE STAFF

Lily joined our cafe staff last year, arriving when we needed her most. Originally from Georgia, she fell in love with Sitka after a visit to family and decided to move over 3,000 miles.

She’s a huge nature and animal lover, and you can often find her walking on the cross-trail or paddling in Sitka Sound!

Xander

CAFE STAFF

The sole gentleman in the cafe and practically the mayor of Lincoln St., Xander’s kind smile and easy-going nature are genuinely fantastic. You can find him visiting his many friends around town when he's not at the cafe. An avid skateboarder, he enjoys Sitka’s skatepark and its ocean views.

This year, Xander has also taken on the additional responsibility of fleet manager, ensuring all our tour vehicles are in top shape.

Dani

CAFE STAFF

The youngest member of the business, Dani, is our all-around front-of-house person. Always on the go, she delivers lunches on pre-booked tours.

She is back from Kentucky to join the team for her second year before heading to high school next year.

Rhi

CAFE STAFF

Rhi is joining the cafe as a new employee this year. Her sister, Sadie, worked for Bumble for two years before heading off to care for the bears at the Fortress here in town.

Rhi will spend the summer in Alaska, all the way from Illinois.

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