Top Experiences in Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve

See Denali from all sides during your flight - North, South, East & West. Soar over Kahiltna Pass after seeing the Climber’s Base Camp at the 7,200 foot level of the Kahiltna Glacier. Discover McKinley’s famous West Buttress Climbing Route. Cross over the divide of the Alaska Range into a different world filled with alpine tundra and fewer glaciers. View the immense Wickersham Wall - approximately 14,000 feet of continuous rise of rock and ice. You will talk about this tour of Denali and Denali National Park forever!

This hike will get you up above the treeline, where you will experience epic panoramic views, rocky outcroppings, and alpine tundra ecosystems. As you hike, your expert guide will fill you in about all the fascinating plants and animals you come across, as well as the cultural, geological, and ecological history of the area. By the time you finish the tour, you will have your camera roll stuffed with photos that will make your friends gasp and enough knowledge to take THEM on a guided tour yourself. Can you really say you’ve been to Denali and the Alaska Range without actually being up in the mountains?

Alaska: Land of the Midnight Sun, Land of All Night Fun! Make the best part of your day the start of your night! Novice and experienced riders, night-owls and daylight adventurers can appreciate this limited Wilderness Adventure guided tour departing at 9pm during the weeks surrounding the Summer Solstice. The Midnight Sun illuminates forest trails and prolonged sunsets bathe the mountains in rosy alpenglow. Total tour covers about 10 miles with 1½ hours on the trails.

Rafting on the Nenana river allows you to float along the natural boundary of Denali National Park. This allows you to peek into the Park without the traffic.

Discover true wilderness and capture epic vistas of endless mountains! With only 10% of the entire state of Alaska accessible by road, we are proud to offer a premier helicopter-access photography excursion. Soar to a peak where we will land in a remote location with 360° views of the Alaska Range. The landing area is broad and offers the opportunity for walking around or hiking up the ridgeline for the more adventurous traveler. You will have over 2 hours for exploration and personalized photo instruction. This is a unique opportunity to experience the wilderness of Denali and to compose the perfect shot. This tour requires 2 guests to operate. We will contact you in advance if the minimum is not met. Tour maximum is 4.

Experience the wonder of Alaska over 5 days and 4 nights. See tidewater glaciers, whales, and other ocean wildlife! Visit Denali National Park to possibly see bears, wolves, and moose.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
~Alaska Pioneer Mine Experience
~Tidewater Glaciers & Wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park
~Wildlife of Denali such as grizzly bears, caribou, dall sheep, moose & more
~Guests choose activities based on their interests
~Visit the Sled Dogs of Denali

Rafting on the Nenana river allows you to float along the natural boundary of Denali National Park. This allows you to peek into the Park without the traffic.

Talkeetna has skyscrapers of granite and ice instead of steel. Denali, Mt. Hunter and Mt. Foraker tower above the other peaks of the Alaska Range, forming our northern horizon. Cruise up the Kahiltna glacier, right over the climbers’ base camp at 7,200 ft., and wind between these giant peaks catching breathtaking views of Denali above and Denali's most popular climbing route, the West Buttress Route below.
• The mighty and stunning Kahiltna Glacier (2 miles wide and 45 miles long)
• West Ridge of Mount Hunter
• Beginning of the West Buttress Route, the most climbed route on Denali
• “The Great One”, Denali (20,320 ft.), Mt. Foraker (17,400 ft.) and Mt. Hunter (14,573 ft.)
• Mount Frances formally known as “Bergchen,” German slang for “Little mountain”
• The North Buttress of Mount Hunter  - a 4,000-foot granite technical showpiece and world class climbing objective

Join us in the last frontier - hiking, camping and adventuring our way through Central Alaska. This 11 day tour encompasses everything from incredible vistas, exciting activities, stunning drives and kayak excursions - highlighting the beauty of the Great White North.

The Central Interior of Alaska highlights some of the most condensed waterfalls, glaciers, national parks and wildlife viewing you can see! Come join us as we explore the Land of the Midnight Sun!

Journey across Alaska's tundra the way the original pioneers did, by horse-drawn covered wagon, on this 3-hour excursion from Black Diamond Resort. Set out from Healy for this wagon trip across the northern border of Denali National Park, which takes you back through time to learn about the area’s historic and natural treasures. Bask in mountain scenery and then stop to enjoy a delicious back-country dining experience. Choose from several day and evening departure times, and relish the convenience of round-trip transport. 

Discover the untouched landscapes of the Alaskan frontier on this unforgettable adventure. Visit Lake Clark National Park where you will have guaranteed brown bear viewing. On these shores, you will safely view brown bears grazing like cattle on grass as they also hunt for oysters.

Guests will cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park and the Prince William Sound where ocean wildlife abounds. Ocean wildlife seen often includes orcas, humpback whales, dolphins, puffins, and seals.

You'll explore the vast and unforgettable Wrangell St. Elias National Park, and view North American wildlife in Denali National Park. After a visit to the quaint Alaskan village of Talkeetna, Alaska, you'll return home with life-long memories of your wildlife adventure in Alaska!

The Denali Winter Drive provides a one day guided round trip journey by land from Fairbanks into Denali National Park. Guests will meet an informative and friendly Alaskan guide who is certain to make the day a memorable one by learning about the Tanana Valley and Denali National Park. Along the way the guide will share the history of the region and who lives here and how they make their home - both humans who live here and wildlife.

Journey into the wilds of Alaska on a unique family-friendly treasure hunt aboard an off-road vehicle driven by our trained guide. Set out from Healy for this 3-hour guided adventure and work together searching for hidden clues, seeking out quartz and granite rocks, and exchanging geocache treasures, which results in a take-home souvenir. Learn about local history, flora, and fauna and refuel with a traditional back country meal.

Please let us know when booking if you are driving yourself or if you need to be picked up at your hotel choice. The pick up time at your hotel is the listed booking time. If you are driving yourself to our location plase arrive 15 minutes later. We are located at 1.2 Mile Otto Lake Road, turn onto Otto Lake Raod at Mile 247 off the George Parks Highway.

This flightseeing tour is a unique experience of traveling in a floatplane through Denali National Park. The flight offers amazing views of Denali, the tallest mountain in North America, and the surrounding areas. You will experience large glaciers, snowcapped mountains, and granite rock walls. After enjoying the 1-hour Denali Flight Tour, you will be dropped off at a remote lodge just outside of Denali National Park for a 4 hour guided hike. On a clear day you will have spectacular views of Denali and the Alaska Range as you hike in the heart of the Talkeetna wilderness. The experience of hiking along the serene alpine landscape surrounded by open tundra and wild beauty is breathtaking and unforgettable!

Play with puppies and learn about the Iditarod race and champion sled dog teams at Husky Homestead, followed by a truly Alaskan-themed meal at the 49th State Brewing Company.

Embark on a thrilling rafting trip along the Nenana River with gorgeous views of Denali Park Canyon, followed by an authentic Alaskan lunch at the famous 49th State Brewing Company.

Experience an exhilarating zipline tour in the Alaskan tundra as you soar through Alpine trees and savor delicious local cuisine and drinks at the renowned 49th State Brewing Company.

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Denali National Park and its conservation efforts in the comfort of a private vehicle with your group.

Begin with a memorable photo opportunity at the iconic entrance sign, followed by a visit to the Denali Visitor Center to learn about the park and its history. Then, stroll through Downtown Denali, also known as "Glitter Gulch," where you'll find unique Alaskan-themed souvenirs and snacks.

Next, we'll take you to the small town of Healy, home to only 1,000 year-round residents. There, you can sit back and relax at the 49th State Brewpub with delicious food and craft beers.

Be one of the very few people on this planet to say that you've dined with reindeer under an Alaskan winter night sky. If the cosmos align, it might be under the aurora borealis (a.k.a. the northern lights), with a milky way backdrop, or under a gentle snow. This one-of-a-kind, truly Alaskan experience includes a hearty northern meal (chile [reindeer or not], sourdough flatbread, and baked potato, with s'mores as a dessert) cooked on an open fire, and bottomless warm beverages to stay toasty. If Jack Frost ever becomes too much, our unique and artistic lodge is the perfect place to warm back up and learn about this eccentric cabin that began as a saloon in the early 1980's. All this is done with our 3 resident reindeer accompanying us along the way, which you'll help feed. Reindeer gotta eat too! This experience is unforgettable and will be sure to leave you entertained, educated, and well fed.

-Only tour to fly over the summit of Denali
-Unique perspective of North America's tallest mountain
-Opportunity to see climbers on the mountain during climbing season (April-June)
-Due to use of supplemental oxygen for a portion of the flight, you must be 12 years of age or older to take the flight.

Join us on the flight of a lifetime through the skies as you explore the stunning beauty of Denali and the massive Alaska Range. Witness breathtaking valleys, majestic glaciers, serene lakes and winding rivers from a unique aerial perspective.

During our interactive small-group flight, you'll use special noise-cancelling headphones to easily communicate with your fellow passengers and our experienced mountain pilot. Engage in lively conversation and gain local insights as you soar over this awe-inspiring landscape.

Finish your adventure with the optional Glacier Landing. Imagine standing on top of thousands of feet of snow and ice, surrounded by the tall peaks towering above you. A clear favorite for all ages and a place where you are sure to make memories you will never forget!