Travelling in Alaska is like travelling to no other place on earth. Imagine your delight when you spot a bear with a cub or two in tow. That instant when the silence of a misty fjord is shattered by a pod of breaching whales. From wildlife viewing to guided hikes or relaxing aboard a cruise, this is the adventure of a lifetime.
Seeing these powerful animals in the wild is an experience you’ll never forget. Grizzly bears can be found in Alaska. You’re bound to see other wildlife on your bear watching adventures, so keep an eye out for elk, moose, caribou and wolverine. Wildlife spotting doesn’t get much wilder than this!
On the water, kayak among Alaska’s glaciers or raft down the rushing waters of the Athabasca River. Try zip lining, bungee jumping, and parasailing – there’s no shortage of adventure here!
The glacial wonderlands of Alaska’s coastline are nothing short of spectacular. Sail around the coves and inlets of Kenai Fjords National Park to explore fjords, glaciers and marine wildlife. Kayak the protected, icy waters or Prince William Sound or cruise through Glacier Bay National Park and preserve to discover icebergs the size of small buildings. Be impressed as glaciers calve into the bay with a rumble and an almighty splash. Some glaciers, including Portage and Matanuska, may be accessed by foot on scenic trails.
Discover Juneau – accessible only by boat or plane, or the wildly remote Barrow, America’s northernmost town.
Venture off the beaten path and uncover one of the most unpopulated regions in the world – Alaska Arctic. The Dalton highway traverses this vast and rugged region, crossing in to the Arctic Circle and travelling up to America’s richest oil field at Prudhoe Bay. Pass through the unspoilt wilderness of the Brooks Range, visit unique native villages and dip your toe in the Arctic Ocean. While the Northern Lights can be viewed in many places in Alaska, the arctic region offers some of the best viewing due to its long, dark, clear nights.
There are many different places to experience the traditions, history and culture of Alaska and their people. Learn more about the Alaska Native Heritage Centre in Anchorage. From old gold mining towns like Dawson City to still – thriving Alaska Native communities, you’ll uncover an interesting mix of cultures.
Alaska’s iconic rail and cruise journeys give you an experience unlike any other, allowing you to discover otherwise inaccessible terrain. Traverse Southcentral and Interior Alaska with the Alaska Railroad for views of the Alaska Range, or for a true Alaska journey, embark on a cruise through the spectacular Inside Passage for ice formations and popular ports of Juneau and Ketchikan.
An experience not to be missed is seeing the beautiful Northern Lights as they light up the night sky. Chase them in the Yukon, the Northwest Territories, Manitoba and Alaska, where the viewing is best from February to March.
The coastlines of Alaska offer some of the best places in the world to view the incredible whale. Over 30 species reside in or travel along the waters on both the east and west coasts. Humpback, Minke, Orca and Blue whales can be found in the pacific waters in the west, or the Atlantic Ocean.
We have some fabulous days and extended touring and cruising options available to help you plan your dream holiday in Alaska. Travel through picturesque national parks, stopping at beautiful lakes charming towns along the way, or cruise the spectacular Alaskan coastline.
You’ll find a great range of extended touring options designed so you can explore your favorite cities and regions in more depth. Enjoy the independence of travelling on your own. Alternatively, see major highlights with a local guide and like-minded travelers on a fully escorted coach or small group tour.
Discover the best of Alaska when you travel by rail. Sit back and relax as you watch the ever- evolving landscape pass by. Take the Alaska Railroad to places you’ve only dreamed of. Trains transverse Southcentral and Interior Alaska, taking you to port towns, quaint villages and Denali National Park and Preserve.
Lake Hood – Anchorage
A hive of activity, Lake Hood is the largest and busiest seaplane base in the world. A walk around the whole lake takes around 2 hours and gives ample time to watch seaplanes taxing, taking off, and flying overhead and landing.
Denali National Park – America’s Highest Peak
Amazing awe-inspiring, Denali is the highest peak in North America. Its surrounding park is a wilderness that offers endless activities from hiking to flightseeing. The wildlife is excellent – see bears, wolves, Dall sheep, caribou and moose.
Arctic Circle – Northern Alaska
Crossing the imaginary line around the world takes you to a place of extremes. Here, the sun can shine for up to 24 hours in summer and not even rise in winter. Unique communities and the Northern Lights are Arctic highlights.
Kenai Fjords – Kenai Peninsula
Fjords, wildlife and icebergs as big as houses – this glacial wonderland is begging to be explored. Ice and snow cover 60 percent of this amazing place, while moss-covered rainforest provides the perfect contrast.
Prince William Sound – Southcentral Alaska
Located close to Anchorage, Prince William Sound is home to 150 glaciers and 200 islands. Cruise the sound to see amazing rivers of slowly moving ice and deeply carved fjords. Wildlife is also prolific including Sea otters, Harbour seals and whales.
Hubbard Glacier – The galloping Glacier
One of the giants, Hubbard Glacier is tall and wide – over 9 kilometers wide in fact. Be impressed by the sheer size and striking blue color of this massive natural wonder. Hubbard can be quite an active glacier, and opportunities to see it calving are common.
Glacier Bay National Park – Unseco World Heritage site
Covering land and sea, Glacier Bay National Park offers amazingly wild scenery. Huge, tidewater glaciers descend into a marine park where whales place and seals bask on chunks of floating ice. Margerie Glacier is perhaps the most impressive in the area.
Inside Passage – Cruising wonderland
Cruising Alaska’s Inside Passage is like no other. See incredible scenery of mountains, fjords, glaciers and rainforests and observe wildlife such as Bald eagles and porpoises. Visit unique communities including the city of Juneau and the fishing town of Ketchikan.
It’s hard to get more wildly different than Alaska! Imagine seeing Brown bears snatching salmon from a stream or Humpback whales doing acrobatics. One of the best ways to experience incredible wildlife is on an extended tour. Local, expert guides know the best places and the best times to view amazing wildlife, so sit back relax and have your camera at the ready!
Travel to the heart of Alaska, visit Denali National Park and Preserve, the Brooks Range and remote communities who call the Arctic Circle home. Alaska is also a great place to see the phenomenal spectacle of the Norther Lights, something not to be missed.
Anchorage encompasses wild adventures and awe-inspiring scenery for once in a lifetime Alaskan experience. Go fishing in a Ship Creek or in winter go dog sledding, skiing and snowmobiling. Further afield you will discover the towering glaciers and abundant wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park and Prince William Sound.
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The hub of interior Alaska, Fairbanks is known for its long summer days, dog mushing and Northern Lights in winter. A two hour drive brings you to Denali National Park and six million acres of prime hiking and wildlife viewing territory. Seaward, Skagway and Juneau are ports for many cruises to Alaska’s glacial wonderlands.
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