SAXMAN SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Totems, Timber and Dancers: Saxman Native Village & the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show
A Cape Fox Tours outing that pairs a visit to Saxman’s totem park and carving center with a private Cape Fox Dancers performance and a one‑hour Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show.
Totems, Timber and Dancers: Saxman Native Village & the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show.
Set on the rain‑dark shores of Southeast Alaska, this short cultural outing stitches together live performance, traditional totem carving and a high‑energy lumberjack spectacle—an efficient way to witness the region’s artistry and outdoor entertainment in a single visit.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Cape Fox Dancers & Village Carving Traditions
A private performance by the Cape Fox Dancers brings living song and dance to Saxman Native Village, where you can also see traditional totem pole carving at the Carving Center and visit the Beaver Clan House and Totem Park.
The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show — one hour of spectacle
The itinerary includes access to the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show for a one‑hour performance, a theatrical, athletic complement to the cultural elements of the visit.
Village Sites & Shopping
Time in Saxman covers the Beaver Clan House, Carving Center and Totem Park, and the tour includes a shopping opportunity in the village gift shop.
What the day feels like
What the visit feels like
The outing moves briskly across complementary elements: a short transfer from the departure point to Saxman for a focused look at carvings and a private dance performance, followed by the one‑hour Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show and time for shopping—designed to deliver cultural depth and lively entertainment within a half‑day window.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and when it’s less ideal.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Tour duration varies by departure point: from Ward Cove Cruise Terminal the outing is 4.25 hours; from the downtown meeting location it is 3.5 hours.
Bring weather‑appropriate outer layers for coastal conditions; if you require wheelchair or scooter access, reserve a vehicle with an ADA ramp/lift ahead of time.
Includes access to the one‑hour Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show, access to Saxman Native Village (Beaver Clan House, Carving Center, Totem Park), a private Cape Fox Dancers performance, and a village gift shop shopping opportunity.
The tour is accessible for guests in wheelchairs, scooters and walkers who can transfer 2–3 steps; an ADA ramp/lift vehicle must be reserved ahead of time and the tour may operate in reverse order.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
From Ward Cove Cruise Terminal the tour lasts 4.25 hours; from the downtown meeting location it lasts 3.5 hours.
What is included in the visit?
Access to the one‑hour Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show, access to Saxman Native Village including the Beaver Clan House, Carving Center and Totem Park, a private Cape Fox Dancers performance, and shopping in the gift shop are included.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Yes—guests in wheelchairs, scooters and walkers can participate if they can transfer 2–3 steps; an ADA vehicle with ramp or lift must be reserved ahead of time.
Do I need to reserve an ADA‑equipped vehicle?
Yes—if you require ramp or lift access, reserve a vehicle with an ADA ramp/lift ahead of time.
Can the order of stops change?
Yes—the tour may operate in reverse order depending on operational needs.
Where does the tour depart from?
Departures are offered from Ward Cove Cruise Terminal or from a downtown meeting location; the chosen departure point affects total tour length.