Fortress of the Bear
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PhoenixFlash
Anthem, AZ140 contributions
sept. 2023 • Entre amis
We went in the middle of September 2023 before embarking on a cruise. The secret is going when the cruise tours aren’t there. On cruise tour days they can have between 7k - 10k visitors in a single day!
You can catch the blue line bus from downtown Sitka for $2.00 single ride or $5.00 day pass. You take the bus to the end of the line and it is a short walk from there. Buses run every our. The bus line website keeps track of the day and the times the ships will dock. Note: If it is busy cruise ship day you may not be able to just walk up and buy a ticket or even catch a bus!
For our visit we were amongst the first of four visitors for the day. The bears were very active and playing with each other. No challenge in seeing them or taking photos. We spent around an hour there. I would go back assuming the conditions were good. If it is going to be packed with tour groups you may come away less than thrilled.
You can catch the blue line bus from downtown Sitka for $2.00 single ride or $5.00 day pass. You take the bus to the end of the line and it is a short walk from there. Buses run every our. The bus line website keeps track of the day and the times the ships will dock. Note: If it is busy cruise ship day you may not be able to just walk up and buy a ticket or even catch a bus!
For our visit we were amongst the first of four visitors for the day. The bears were very active and playing with each other. No challenge in seeing them or taking photos. We spent around an hour there. I would go back assuming the conditions were good. If it is going to be packed with tour groups you may come away less than thrilled.
Écrit le 18 septembre 2023
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Cathy W
1 contribution
sept. 2023 • En famille
This place may have good intentions but are unable to deliver after 20 plus years of being a "sanctuary". Bears have less than a 1/4 acre surrounded by concrete walls so they cannot see anything but walls and people staring at them.NO trees for them!!! Could have included triple layer plexiglass to the outside for a view. It was dirty-overgrown grass and weeds, dead fish floating in water, food debris, plastic pieces of garbage. Water was filthy. One poor bear paced non stop. The 'enrichment" they claim is not apparent. Looks like all their money went into their new building and stocking gift shop vs making the bear's home a better place. It doesn't take money to keep a place clean.!!! The poor black bears on the outside have a very tiny area too. Compare this to the WONDERFUL bear sanctuary at Grouse Mountain, Vancouver. Worlds apart. This place gets NO STARS!
Écrit le 17 septembre 2023
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Kat S
Lake Stevens, Etat de Washington23 contributions
sept. 2023 • En couple
This place is a wonderful concept and it's great that the orphaned bears have a place to go instead of being euthanized. Going to visit has much to be desired when you arrive at the same time as other bus loads and you are crammed in like sardines and can "bearly" see what you've come to see... the bears. If you can't get close enough to the railing because of the number of people packed around the railings, it's definitely not worth the cost.
Écrit le 13 septembre 2023
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Sherry A
1 contribution
août 2023 • Entre amis
Not much there as were all the other ports of call. Will not cruise again to Alaska. Will do all land.
Écrit le 12 septembre 2023
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efwarren
Ponte Vedra Beach, Floride39 contributions
sept. 2023 • En couple
Great opportunity to observe black and brown bears close up in a secure/controlled environment. The volunteers provide excellent input and answer questions very well.
Écrit le 11 septembre 2023
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Sandra B
Sydney105 contributions
août 2023 • En couple
This was an amazing place to visit. How great to get to see bears as close as this. Such an amazing experience!
The staff were all amazing, with lots of knowledge about orphaned bears that now call the Fortress their home. They are very well cared for, which is pleasing to know.
I would definitely recommend a visit here to support the work of this amazing place!
The staff were all amazing, with lots of knowledge about orphaned bears that now call the Fortress their home. They are very well cared for, which is pleasing to know.
I would definitely recommend a visit here to support the work of this amazing place!
Écrit le 11 septembre 2023
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Jeff B
5 contributions
août 2023 • En couple
The bear sanctuary was impressive. It was great that they can do that for injured and or orphaned bears. The workers were very informative.
Écrit le 4 septembre 2023
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Amanda_B109
Edmonton, Canada423 contributions
août 2023 • En couple
I enjoyed seeing the black and brown bears here. There were 6 different bears that I saw. It is so sad that they had to be rescued from the wild. It was a $30 taxi ride from town to get there, and an extremely small area where the bears were. Think of one to two enclosures in a modern Zoo.Wouldn’t want to spend more than 45 minutes here, thus only gave it 4 stars. There wasn’t that much to do (I am from Alberta and have seen bears- so take that into consideration). I would definitely recommend it!
Écrit le 6 août 2023
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2rollon
Californie522 contributions
juil. 2023 • Entre amis
Took a tour from cruise ship to this bear sanctuary. It was a wonderful experience. Lots of bears to see and photograph. Black breast and brown bears were up and moving around in their natural settings. We had a great time here.
Écrit le 6 août 2023
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Robert D
Brooklyn, New York2 683 contributions
juil. 2023 • En solo
The Fortress of the Bear cares for orphaned bear cubs. There were eight bears here when I visited, five coastal brown bears and three black bears. It was interesting to watch them interact with each other. This place is popular so there was a short wait until I was allowed to ascend the ramp to see the bears.
Écrit le 25 juillet 2023
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Antonia C
Port Douglas, Australie10 contributions
We are 2 from Ireland.
Arrive 4th May tomorrow
Can we take a bus from visitor centre ( downtown ) to/ near you @ FOTBears?
classy106
3 contributions
We are a group of 8 adults, 6 of us are seniors.... very senior. Our 90 year mom is in a wheelchair. We will be on the NCL ship, the Bliss. What would be the best way to get to you from the ship since we will have a wheelchair and she cannot do steps.
jjgautreau
Poway, Californie217 contributions
I recommend you contact Baranof Tours in Sitka. Since you have a group of 8, you should be able to do a private tour. When we used them from the Bliss, they picked us up at the pier and dropped us off right in the parking lot of the Fortress of the Bears. Our tour also included stops at the Alaska Raptor Center and the Sitka National Totem Park. I believe all places would be able to accommodate a wheelchair. Their van held 12 passengers so with 8, the wheelchair will easily fit provided it's a regular wheelchair and not a motorized chair. The only issue will be time, but you will certainly be able to do 2 of the 3. Note: If you're looking for a tour in Ketchikan recommend you contact Wild Wolf Tours.
We will be in sitka on July 19. do we need advance reservations. We will be arriving by cruise ship
MoretonBoy
Cotswolds, UK425 contributions
Hi we also arrive by cruise ship my recommendation is to take the free cruise shuttle into the centre at the drop-off point you will see some ladies selling tickets for both the bear and raptor tours they were half the price the cruise company wanted. It’s too far to walk there so you’re only other option would be a taxi hope this helps cheers
Hi,
We are taking the royal cruise and will be in Sitka on June 22. What is the best way to get to Fortress of the bear? Is there a shuttle?
Regards,
Murugan
Deborah P
Cape Girardeau, MO31 contributions
Don't think there is a shuttle but taxi is probably available
Patsy G
Lexington20 contributions
How much to enter? Also, would you catch the bus from the cruise dock or once we get into town?
kdeaver
Norman, OK31 contributions
We signed up at the dock for a combo Fortress of the Bears and Eagle Sanctuary bus tour. It was approximately $30 per person. It was a far better deal than any preorder trip on the ship! The guide told us all about the area as he drove.
I understand that the bus runs during the summer. Our ship will be stopping in Sitka mid-Sept. Will the bus still be running or will we need find other transporation ?
Thank you
Jim H
Lee W
Melbourne, Australie4 contributions
We took the bus in mid-Sep on a Frriday, which went to Fortress of the Bear and a bird place on the same trip.
martica121212
Saragosse, Espagne359 contributions
Hola, podrÃan decirme como ir hasta fortress of the bears from Sitka city please?
If there are somo local bus, could you say me where is the bus stop, the name of the bus the timetable and the price please?
Or where i can see this information please?
BearManagerFoB
Sitka, AK
Hello! You can catch the Blue Line bus out to the Gary Paxton Industrial Park, which is a 3 minute walk from the Fortress of the Bear gates. You can find more information and schedules on their website, simply search on Google for 'Sitka Community Ride'.
MLOU19
East Brunswick, NJ163 contributions
We will be on a cruise in late August and are looking forward to visiting! My only concern is how many steps to the platforms do you have? Read where the best viewing is on the platform but interested in knowing how many steps and how steep they are? Are they dry or slippery? Looking forward to your prompt response to my inquiries.
Kbwhat
Denver, CO205 contributions
There is a ramp as well as stairs.
elviraModesto
Rochester, MN104 contributions
How close are you to the Raptor Center?
BearManagerFoB
Sitka, AK
We are 5-6 miles from the Raptor Center. You can reach us by cab, take the local bus (weekdays only) or use one of the shuttle bus services providedo by Sitka Tours or Tribal Tours.
knlfaz
oakland45 contributions
Will Fortress of the Bear be open in mid- May, when the cruise ships start sailing up to Sitka?
BearManagerFoB
Sitka, AK
Absolutely! As of May 1st, we will be open 9am - 5pm, 7 days a week. We look forward to your visit!
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