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Discover the rugged wilderness of Alaska with our 67 distinctive tours planned for 2025. Alaska, a land of majestic beauty and untamed wildlife, offers an array of experiences that cater to the adventurer in all of us. From the comfort of wilderness lodges to the thrill of kayaking near tidewater glaciers, each tour is designed to immerse you in the natural splendor of the Last Frontier. Over the course of 5 to 29 days, you can witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of bears at Katmai, navigate the serene waters of the Inside Passage, or trek across the vast landscapes of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. With a starting point of $755, these Alaskan adventures promise to connect you with the raw power of nature and the serenity of the great outdoors. To capture the essence of Alaska's wild heart and create memories that will last a lifetime, contact one of Adventure Life's Alaska specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Bald eagles resting
from $5,095
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Last Frontier Adventure

Sitka to Juneau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Chichagof Dream
Starts / Ends
Sitka / Juneau
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Chichagof Dream's 8-day Last Frontier Adventure offers more time in the woods and a higher level of adventure. On this journey, visit Baranof Island, Endicott Arm Fjord, and Glacier Bay National Park.  
  • Explore Glacier Bay National Park
  • See marine life in Frederick Sound
  • Participate on hiking in Sitka
  • Kayak along the Waterfall Coast
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Wrangell - St. Elias wilderness
from $5,995
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Alaska's Inside Passage Sojourn

9 Day Itinerary aboard Baranof Dream
Starts / Ends
Ketchikan / Sitka
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through Alaska's Inside Passage on this 9-day Alaskan cruise on the Baranof Dream. Visit Ketchikan, Misty Fjords, Glacier Bay, and more. Encounter wildlife, visit indigenous sites, and experience the rugged beauty of the Last Frontier.
  • Watch glaciers calve giant icebergs
  • Sail past Tracy Arm glaciers
  • Kayak along the Alaskan coastline
  • See Wrangell’s ancient petroglyphs
  • Visit Metlakatla’s Tsimshian commun
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Exploring Alaska's glaciers
from $5,395
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Last Frontier Adventure

8 Day Itinerary aboard Admiralty Dream
Starts / Ends
Sitka / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
This Last Frontier Adventure aboard Admiralty Dream is an 8-day small-ship cruise that offers more time in wilderness areas and a higher level of activity as you explore Alaska from Sitka to Juneau. The dynamic itinerary features hiking rainforest trails, kayaking in a glacial fjord, and scouting marine animals in Frederick Sound.
  • Explore Glacier Bay National Park
  • See marine life in Frederick Sound
  • Participate on hiking in Sitka
  • Kayak along the Waterfall Coast
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Spot the Northern Lights. Credit Arturo Polo Ena.
from $13,000
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Remote Alaska Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
Activities
Skiing
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience a 5-day luxury Alaska lodge adventure and backcountry flight safaris at Ultima Thule Lodge. View the landscape and wildlife from a bush plane flying you into the wilds of Wrangell - St. Elias National Park. Each evening retreat to your own comfortable private cabin overlooking the Chitina River to get a true backcountry taste of Alaska.
  • Adventure on flight-safari tours
  • Stay in comfortable cabins
  • Spot a variety of wildlife
  • Adventure on foot, by kayak, or ski
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Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
from $4,856
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Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Backcountry Adventure

7 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Anchorage / Anchorage
Activity Level
Variable
This week-long Alaska trip is perfect for the avid hiker who wants a flexible, exclusive, and remote hiking experience. Take a bush plane into the vast wilderness with your private guide and set up camp from which to explore and hike each day as you adventure into the tundra
  • Hiking or Packrafting Exploration
  • Camp in Wrangell’s backcountry
  • Walk and ice climb Root Glacier
  • Explore Kennicott mining ruins
  • Explore Kennicott Town
  • Discover unique glacier
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View of Kroto Lake from Denali View Chalet
from $5,480
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Alaska Hut to Hut Highlight Tour

Small Group Tour - 13 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Anchorage / Fairbanks
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking
Activity Level
Moderate
Discover Alaska's natural beauty and rich history on a guided tour from Anchorage to Fairbanks on this 13-day tour. Explore Seward's fjords, hike in Denali, and enjoy unique activities like yurt camping and kayaking. Travel in comfort with all accommodations, meals, and transportation included. Enjoy wildlife sightings, scenic drives, and cultural experiences on this unforgettable adventure.
  • Dip in Chena Hot Springs
  • Experience a dog sled ride
  • Enjoy a frontier-style BBQ dinner
  • Canoe down the Maclaren River
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Out on the lake
from $2,472
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Kenai Backcountry Lodge

3 Day Itinerary
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Easy Active
Spend three nights in the Alaska wilderness with stays at Kenai Riverside Lodge and Kenai Backcountry Lodge. Raft the Kenai River from one lodge to the next as you travel deeper into the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Spend a day exploring the backcountry wilderness of Alaska, spotting wildlife and experiencing breathtaking scenery.
  • Travel deep into Kenai backcountry
  • Raft the Kenai River to the lodge
  • Set out on hikes and spot wildlife
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Tutka Bay hiking
from $9,500
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Tutka Bay Wilderness Lodge

4-8 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Visit Tutka Bay Lodge, a base camp for nature enthusiasts to explore the surrounding wild areas of Alaska. Join experts on guided adventures each day, including hikes up Broken Knife Ridge, kayaking Kachemak Bay, and sportfishing in the fjords around the lodge. Stay in cozy cabins with fine cuisine including wine-tasting and daily cooking classes.
  • Fish the deep sea for salmon
  • Visit Katmai National Park
  • Kayak around Tutka Bay
  • Tour an oyster farm in Sedovia
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Family hiking on a tour of Alaska
from $5,600
EBD 10%
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Northern Passages with Glacier Bay & Sitka

Juneau to Sitka - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Endeavour
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Sitka
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail aboard the SafarI Endeavour from Juneau to Sitka, Alaska, on an 8-day voyage to the Glacier Bay National Park, Chichagof Island, and Peril Strait. By boat, kayak, and paddleboard, you may explore this breathtaking area and its animals. Also, hike Chichagof Island's waterfall coast and Glacier Bay National Park.
  • Attend Park Ranger presentations
  • Hike at Glacier Bay National Park
  • Spot bears, otters, and whales
  • See Krestof and Nakwasina Sounds
  • Observe puffins and sea lions
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View of Mendenhall glacier on an Alaska cruise
from $4,700
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Glacier Bay National Park Adventure

Roundtrip Juneau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Adventurer
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Juneau
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Make the most out of this 8-day cruise aboard Wilderness Adventurer as you explore the wilderness and encounter marine animals by kayaking, paddle boarding and taking a skiff into remote inlets. Never miss the beautiful Blue glaciers that can capture your heart while looking at it.
  • Explore Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover orca and humpback whales
  • Enjoy wildlife viewing
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Campsite in Homer
from $3,290
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Alaska Kenai Camping Adventure

Alaska Small Group Tour - 9 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Anchorage / Anchorage
Activities
Camping, Adventure Options
Activity Level
Variable
Experience Alaska's stunning beauty with glacier cruises, wildlife watching, and camping by the beach. Explore scenic towns and parks on this amazing 9-day camping adventure.
  • Adventure camp at Kasitsna Bay
  • Cruise past glaciers in Kenai Fjord
  • Hike alongside Exit Glacier
  • Spot bears, moose, and wolves
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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
from $7,182
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Alaska's Inside Passage

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
Activities
Fishing, Biking
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Southeast Alaska aboard National Geographic Venture on its 8-day Alaska cruise from Juneau to Sitka. Hike over the spongy earth and float past massive icebergs, glaciers, and, with some luck, bears , humpback wales, wolves, moose, sea otters, orcas, sea lions, or mountain goats.
  • View unique wildlife such as orcas
  • Visit Tracy or Endicott Arm fjords
  • Explore Alaskan ecosystems
  • Hike & kayak in Icy Strait
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Calm waters disturbed only by the flick of a whale's tail
from $4,003
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Alaska Escape: Haines, the Inian Islands and Tracy Arm Fjord

Sitka - Juneau - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion
Starts / Ends
Sitka / Juneau
Activities
Village Visits, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Board the National Geographic Sea Lion on this 6-day Wild Alaska Escape cruise exploring the coasts and forests of Alaska. Visit ports such as Sitka, Juneau, and Haines, and wild islands of the inside passage.
  • Journey by kayak into dramatic bays
  • Raft the Chilkat River with guides
  • See Haines by raft, bike, or foot
  • View glaciers and icebergs
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Whale watching in Alaska
from $5,700
EBD 10%
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Inside Passage & Glacier Bay Wilderness Cruise

13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Thirteen days take you through the Inside Passages and Glacier Bay National Park, encountering remote wilderness, Native culture, and history. Set sail onboard Safari Explorer searching for the mighty humpback whale, orcas, harbor seals, and Steller's sea lions. Celebrate with a toast to nature's handiwork.
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Watch for whales at Frederick Sound
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Ultimate Alaska
from $9,900
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Ultimate Alaska

14 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
Experience remote Alaska on this 2-week adventure tour. This multi-day Alaska hiking and camping trip explores the backcountry of Wrangell - St. Elias Park. The Alaska adventure tour continues with rafting, flightseeing, glacier ice climbing, and multi-day kayak and camping in Prince William Sound.
  • Hike & camp Alaska's backcountry
  • Kayak & camp near Columbia Glacier
  • Walk and ice climb on Root Glacier
  • Raft down the Kennicott River
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Moose found on an Alaska wildlife tour
from $4,700
EBD 10%
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Glacier Bay National Park Adventure

8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Juneau
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Join the Wilderness Discoverer on this exceptional 8-day Alaskan Cruise where you'll discover Glacier Bay National Park, a 3,223,384 acre park located in Alaska's panhandle, Spend your days viewing wildlife like black and brown bears, eagles, sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, sea birds and more as you sail from Sitka to Juneau.
  • Discover Glacier Bay National Park
  • Admire Alaskan wildlife
  • Visit Grand Pacific Glacier
  • Hike down Fairweather Mountain
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Alaska wildlife tours and brown bear fishing for salmon
from $6,500
EBD 10%
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Alaska's Glacier Country

8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Quest
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Make the most out of this 8-day cruise aboard Safari Quest as you explore the wilderness and encounter marine animals by kayaking, paddle boarding and taking a skiff into remote inlets. Never miss the beautiful Blue glaciers that can capture your heart while looking at it.
  • Explore Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover orca and humpback whales
  • Enjoy wildlife viewing
  • Admire Alaska's natural beauty
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Kayaking Valdez
from $2,011
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Kayak Alaska

6 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore the remote bays and coves of Prince William Sound on this 6-day kayaking and camping tour near Valdez Alaska. Spend three nights camping in the sound and paddling around the area to spot wildlife including harbor seals, sea otters, and possibly even the rare orca whale. Spend your nights camping and exchanging stories of your adventures.
  • Kayak by a large tidewater glacier
  • Explore Heather Bay and the glacier
  • Spot seals and sea otters
  • Paddle to see a sea lion colony
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