Explore Alaska on foot, bicycle, or kayak and connect with nature in unique ways. This six-day small group multisport adventure includes stops in Anchorage, Denali National Park, the gorgeous town of Seward, and a hike up the Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park. With the assistance of an experienced guide, Alaska's extraordinary natural beauty and abundance of animals combine to create an amazing excursion to the most magnificent sites. Enjoy an overnight stay at a local hotel and prepare for stunning vistas and plenty of opportunities to breathe fresh air while running through lush foliage or over rivers on wooden bridges.
Highlights
Experience the rugged beauty of Denali National Park, home to the tallest peak in North America.
Cycle the paved Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, with great views of Mount Susitna.
Kayak the calm waters of Resurrection Bay and enjoy beautiful mountain vistas around.
Hike the spectacular Triple Lakes Trail, Denali’s longest trail.
Activities that provide a reasonable level of physical challenge and elevate the heart rate. Focused on more active pursuits including multisport tours. Travelers may be active 5-7 hours total each day. Recommended for travelers with active lifestyles.
Welcome to Anchorage, the gateway to some of Alaska’s finest parks and cycling trails. Your trip begins with a midday welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers. Afterward, enjoy a warm-up ride along the paved Tony Knowles Coastal Trail as it hugs the shore of Cook Inlet from downtown Anchorage through coastal marshes and over forested hills, with great views of Mount Susitna along the way. At 32kms (20 miles), it’s a ride that will give you a great taste of the amazing scenery that Anchorage has to offer. After the ride, you’re free to freshen up and head out to the vibrant downtown area, where you may like to enjoy dinner at one of the restaurants. If you wish for additional excursions during your time in Anchorage, pick from the following optional activities and contact us for current excursion pricing.
Today’s riding distance is approximately 32kms (20 miles) along a mostly flat paved bike path.
After an early breakfast, settle back and enjoy the drive along the Parks Highway to Denali National Park as you keep an eye out for caribou and other wildlife. Stop in charming Talkeetna to stretch your legs and perhaps enjoy a bite to eat before arriving at the park and go to the visitor center for a park safety overview before heading into the wilderness for your first hike. Wind through the spruce forest as you hike upwards on the spectacular Triple Lakes Trail, Denali’s longest trail, which has great views of Riley Creek and towering mountains in the distance before the first of the three Triple Lakes comes into view. From here, continue onwards if time permits or return to the trailhead and then back to the hotel for a relaxing evening.
Included Activities:
Denali - Triple Lakes hike
Today’s driving time is approximately 4 hours. Today’s hiking distance is approximately 14kms (9 miles) with an elevation gain of 300 meters (1,000 feet).
Today you have the choice of either hiking with your guide or, if you feel like resting your legs, enjoying an optional bus tour of the park. Keen hikers can tackle two walks today, one before and one after lunch. These routes will vary depending on the weather and the group preferences. For more of the park rather than hiking, there is an optional full-day Tundra Wilderness Bus Tour that includes the Toklat River and its incredible scenery and some of the park’s best wildlife spotting opportunities.
Included Activities:
Denali - 2 hikes in one day
Optional Activities:
Denali - Tundra Wilderness Bus Tour
Today's walking distance depends on which activity or hike you choose. Your leader will provide detailed information about your options. If you wish to take the optional Tundra Wilderness Bus Tour, please note that you will need to book well ahead of time as seats are limited due to the tour's popularity.
Today is very early to start, as you enjoy a long but scenic drive (approximately 7 hours) back through Anchorage and down the Parks Highway to Seward, one of Alaska's oldest and most picturesque towns. This vibrant town is the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park and has galleries, boutique shops, and a bustling harbor to discover.
Today’s total driving time is approximately 7 hours.
Enjoy a change of scenery as you venture out onto Resurrection Bay on an early morning, half-day sea kayaking adventure that’s suitable for all levels of experience. After a quick briefing, paddle around the calm turquoise waters, enjoying beautiful mountain vistas as you keep an eye out for sea otters, seals, bald eagles, and leaping salmon. From mid-July to early September, you will paddle directly past the outlet of Tonsina Creek to view a salmon spawning stream. After you’ve dried off, you have ample free time to discover all that Seward has to offer. Perhaps head back onto Resurrection Bay on a Kenai Fjords boat tour to spot wildlife, including orcas and whales. Visit the nearby Alaska SeaLife Center and enjoy the tide pools at Lowell Point, or even learn about dogsledding – the choice is yours. If you wish for additional excursions during your time in Seward, pick from the following optional activities and contact us for current excursion pricing.
Included Activities:
Seward - Resurrection Bay Sea Kayaking
Optional Activities:
Seward - Caines Head
Seward - Salmon Swimming Upstream at Bear Creek Weir - Free
Seward - Wilderness Dog Sled Ride & Tour Seward
Seward - Fox Island
Seward - Tidepooling at Lowell Point - Free
Seward - Thumb Cove
Seward - Kayaker’s Cove
Seward - Resurrection Bay Tour
Seward - Orca Quest Cruise
Seward - Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise - 3.5-Hour
Seward - Alaska SeaLife Center
Seward - The Ultimate Whale Watch - 3.5 hours
Seward - Resurrection Bay Tour – 3 hours
Day 6: Exit Glacier Hike | Anchorage | Return Home
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch
Before you leave the beautiful Seward, there is still time for a classic Alaskan hike to Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park. You’ll get so close to the dense, blue ice that you’ll be able to listen to the sound of the glacier. It’s then time to drive back (approximately 2.5 hours) to Anchorage, where your adventure finishes on arrival.
Book additional accommodation if you wish to spend more time for leisure or stay and explore more of Anchorage on your own.
Included Activities:
Seward - Exit Glacier Hike
Today’s hiking distance is 3.5 km (2 miles) with an elevation gain of 100 meters (330 feet).
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$3,1552-3 travelers
Rates are dynamic and fluctuate based on capacity. Contact us for a specific quote.
Initial deposit is $400 per person, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check, or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and a maximum of $20,000 charge
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Included
5 Breakfasts
5 Nights Accommodations
5 Days Locally Hosted Guide Service
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Onboard lecture program from Expedition Team and Naturalists
Insulated inner jacket, yours to keep at the end of your Antarctic cruise.
Transfer from hotel to ship for embarkation
All shore excursions and Zodiac cruising (except paid adventure options with cost)
Use of rubber boots on land and use of waterproof outer shell jacket
Transfer from airport to hotel (Day 1) and pre-night hotel
All port taxes
Use of onboard gym, sauna, pool, and jacuzzi and onboard yoga
Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Optional Activities
Life jackets, waterproof outer shell jackets, insulated inner jackets, and boots for minors under 16 years of age at the time of travel
For those traveling internationally with Intrepid: emergency evacuation and medical insurance are mandatory, and comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See here for more details
Airport transfers, taxes, and excess baggage charges, unless specified
Visa and passport fees
Laundry and communication charges
Tobacco, alcoholic or special beverages
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Good to ideal period to travel, and many people choose to visit at this time.
Chance for unpredictable weather but with fewer visitors.
Typically not offered during this period because of weather conditions.
Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
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1 day ago
The holiday of a lifetime. The company is Alaksa-owned and thhat makes a big difference to the experineces you get i.e. meet genuine First Nations tribes people. The amount of wildlife was beyond my expectation, and seeing everything on sucha small, intimate boat made it even more spoecial and unique.
Liz O
2 days ago
It was an outstanding, up-close, educational vacation of nature, culture, history, animals and geology! It was everything they promised! Binoculars were plentiful on the boat, but I'm glad I brought my own. Food was excellent. Rooms had black-out shades. Pack/wear multiple layers of clothing (I carried a small backpack when off the ship). Crew were delightful and very accommodating! Remember to jump FEET FIRST first when taking the optional polar plunge! Spend as much time outdoors as you are able and ENJOY!!!
Janet Dutton
1 month ago
Excellent trip, no glitches, went seamlessly
Ken Kessler
1 month ago
Very professional
D Dunbar
1 month ago
I have travelled with Adventure Life previously and certainly eager to do it again. Kassandra made excellent and honest suggestions while taking the time to understand what was important to us.