History Afloat: Voices from the Working Waterfront
Rebekka Esbjornson and Jeff Karlson,
Owners of Lighthouse Excursions
Rebekka Esbjornson and Jeff Karlson are the owners of Lighthouse Excursions, a locally owned and operated tour company. Lighthouse Excursions is located in Ward Cove, approximately seven miles north of Ketchikan. They offer sightseeing boat tours on two vessels. Jeff was born and raised in Ketchikan and grew up on the water. After college, he returned to Ketchikan and worked in tourism on the water. After earning his captain's license, he captained for Lighthouse Excursions for two years before purchasing the company. With a background in administration and food service, Jeff asked Rebekka to be his business partner. Rebekka and Jeff are passionate about sharing the beauty of Southeast Alaska and history of our community with visitors.
Rebekka Esbjornson and Jeff Karlson, Owners of Lighthouse Excursions
Rebekka Esbjornson and Jeff Karlson, Owners of Lighthouse Excursions

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Lighthouse Excursions' Dock at Ward Cove
Lighthouse Excursions' Dock
at Ward Cove
Approaching Guard Island
Approaching Guard Island
Lighthouse at Guard Island
Lighthouse at Guard Island
Main Cabin
Main Cabin
Navigational Chart
Navigational Chart
Captain Kyle Bailey Narrates Tour
Captain Kyle Bailey
Narrates Tour
Cruise Ships Docked at Ward Cove
Cruise Ships Docked at
Ward Cove
Observation Deck
Observation Deck