Day 1

Depart Anchorage 9AM

We’ll meet you in Anchorage at 9AM and before you know it, we will be in the Alaskan Wilderness! Our first stop, the historic quaint Alaskan village of Talkeetna.  If the skies are clear, we’ll get our first view of “the great one” aka, Denali and it’s 20,322 ft peak.  Take in the shops and galleries, or a short trail or two. After exploring this quaint town, we’ll continue on to our campground right in Denali National Park. Who knows what we will see along the way! Perhaps a moose or two?

Day 2

Denali National Park

Here is your chance to get into the heart of Denali National Park. We recommend hopping on the Denali Shuttle Bus for the eight hour round trip tour to Eielson Visitor Center. (included) Hop out at the visitor center, or other stops and do some light hiking while you watch for wildlife. Simply catch the next shuttle bus. Chances are, you’ll see grizzly, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep.

Day 3

Denali National Park and Rafting

In the morning, continue exploring Denali, or take a rafting trip with class III and IV rapids on the Nenana River. ($90) In the afternoon, we’ll start our journey across the Denali Highway. Incredible views of the Alaska Range abound, followed by the Wrangell Mountains.

Day 4

Wrangell-St Elias National Park, Worthington Glacier, Valdez

We’ll continue our journey along the stunning Richardson Highway with stops at the Wrangell St Elias Visitor Center for beautiful views and light hiking. We’ll continue on to Valdez with stops to hike up to Worthington Glacier and around Thompson Pass. Spend the evening exploring the village of Valdez, nicknamed “Alaska’s Switzerland”.

Day 5

Valdez Glacier

Today will truly be a unique experience! Kayak on a glacier fed lake among icebergs and ice caves. Hike and enjoy lunch right on the glacier! You will never forget the stunning blue colors and surrounding peaks and glaciers. Later we will begin our journey towards the Kenai Peninsula, once again taking in the incredible views of Thompson Pass and the Wrangell Mountains.

Day 6

Kenai Peninsula

Take a short morning hike to an overlook of Matanuska Glacier.  We’ll drive south of Anchorage and have lunch along the Turnagain Arm. In the afternoon, explore the quaint fishing village of Seward or take in the amazing Alaska Sea Life Center. Walk the first mile of the Historic Iditarod Trail along the shores of Resurrection Bay to the marina. Try some local seafood at a restaurant along the marina tonight!

Day 7

Kenai Fjords National Park

Today we’ll explore the Park by boat! Take a Park Ranger guided Wildlife Boat Cruise out to Holgate and Aialik tidal glaciers. (included) Along the way, chances are you’ll see whales, sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals, puffins and of course unbelievable scenery.

Day 8

Kenai Fjords National Park

We’ll continue our exploration of Kenai Fjords National Park at Exit Glacier. Hike right up to this massive glacier which once stretched all the way to Resurrection Bay. Our journey comes to an end as we return to Anchorage by 5PM.

Extended Itinerary for July 15-July 25 and Aug 12-22

Day 9-11
Homer, AK

We’ll continue down the Kenai Peninsula to Homer to camp right on the beach! Spend the day exploring the Homer Spit, or book a halibut or salmon fishing excursion or flight to Katmai for some bear viewing! More details to come!
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