Making Reservations |
- It is recommended that you make your reservations early due to high demand and a short visitor season.
- Tours can be prepaid or paid upon check in at the hotel, with the exception of PARK tours & Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre which require full payment at the time the tour is booked and confirmed; cancellations are noted and specific for each park tour option.
- REFUNDS for all other excursions (unless noted): A 72+ hr notice prior to tour is required to cancel and be refunded. Denali has a short 120 days season and vendors need time to resell the space - otherwise you are charged in full.
- We accept Visa, MasterCard & Discover.
- All tours go rain or shine so dress appropriately (layering and a rain jacket/wind breaker is recommended). DON’T let the weather dictate what you will do, just what you wear!
- All flight tours are weather dependant & refunds are given accordingly.
- Prices subject to change
cabins@mckinleycabins.com or
Call toll-free 1 888 533-6254
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Park Tours |
1. *Tour to Kantishna-Narrated
Hop on board a private motor coach bus and experience 92 miles of breath-taking Alaskan beauty and adventure. This fully narrated park tour travels the entire length of the Park road with knowledgeable Guide/Drivers which share the biology, geology, and history of the region with you. Have your cameras ready to capture majestic Mt. McKinley (aka Denali- Athabascan for “The Great One” or “The High One”) and other pristine landscapes. View bears, caribou, fox, moose, wolves, sheep and birds in their natural habitat.
Spend a couple of hours and enjoy lunch at the exclusive Kantishna Roadhouse, just past Wonder Lake, the jewel of Denali, on the banks of Moose Creek. There you will discover a piece of Alaska's gold rush history, and the warm hospitality of the Roadhouse staff as you enjoy a tasty soup and sandwich served in the dining area. After lunch you'll be invited to try your luck at panning for gold in Moose Creek, or join other guests watching an Alaskan sled dog demonstration. If you prefer, you can stretch your legs on the nature hike or just relax on the deck of the lodge and immerse yourself in the scenery.
- Option #1- Round trip motor coach $169pp-13 hrs. *This is a great tour for those that want to spend a full day in the park, see Wonder Lake and Kantishna while learning all the natural history of the park.
- Option #2-Motor in/Fly out-8 hrs. ADD a 55 minute flight seeing tour for only $225pp/ total cost $394pp. Narrated motor coach tour departs at 6:10am to Kantishna with a 55 min. flight seeing tour back to the park entrance. *This is a great tour for those that want to see the entire park by land and air while learning all the natural history of the park. **If you are interested in flight seeing Denali this is a great option at an affordable rate.
Cancellation Policy:
61+ days refund less $25pp cancellation fee, 31-60 days 50% of total, within 30 days forfeit full amount. Space is limited so book early.
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2.*Denali Park Day Excursion
The Denali Park Day Excursion is the best Alaska wilderness day-trip to experience Denali National Park from both the air and the ground for the economical, independent traveler who is flexible with time. You will be flown in from the Denali Park entrance into Kantishna, and you'll ride the park shuttle bus (green bus/bench seating) back to the entrance. You will be flown through the heart of Denali National Park, giving you spectacular scenic views! Choose the 35-minute direct flight or the 55-minute scenic fly-by, which follows the spine of the magnificent Alaska Range, traverses the expansive Muldrow Glacier and passes the stunning north face of Mt. McKinley. During your 5-6 hour bus ride back to the park entrance, you'll experience Denali's landscape, flora and fauna, and while this transport is not narrated, you may have the opportunity to view and photograph the wildlife and natural habitat of this 6 million acre National Park and Preserve. Please be aware that many of the guests on these shuttles have already made the 6-hour journey to Kantishna, so stops may be less frequent on the way back to the park entrance. *The shuttle bus is not sold as a narrated tour; however it is our experience that the drivers are experienced and know/share history of the park, but no guarantees. If learning the natural history is important to you we recommend the Tour to Kantishna or the Tundra Wilderness tour. Space is limited to 15 seats per day so book early and tour must be prepaid.
*This is a Tracey favorite!
- Bring water, lunch, snacks, a warm layer, rain gear, camera (extra film/batteries), binoculars, etc. There are NO services available in Kantishna or on the bus.
- Time: 12: noon
- Rates: 35 minute direct flight tour in/shuttle bus out $245pp
- Rates: 55 minute scenic flight tour in/shuttle bus out $335pp
- BONUS – If you book 4 seats you get the 55 min. flight tour for $245pp. If you book 2 seats and they are able to sell 2 more for your flight they will they upgrade you to 55 min. flight at no charge.
Cancellation Policy: 30+ days prior to the flight date for a refund less $40 fee, all flights are weather dependent and refunds given accordingly.
Trip Summary: You will catch your flight into Kantishna from the park entrance at noon…where you will enjoy a flight tour of the park, landing in Kantishna around 12:30 - 1pm. Enjoy a picnic lunch or short hike before you catch your shuttle bus. You will need to catch one of the following shuttle buses back to the park entrance.
Approx. Shuttle schedule:
Depart Kantishna /Arrive at Park Entrance
- 1:30 pm /7:45 pm
- 2:05 pm / 7:15 pm
- 2:15 pm / 8:30 pm
- 6:05 pm / 11:15 pm
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3. *Kantishna Shuttle Bus with Flight Seeing Tour
This trip combines the park shuttle bus to Kantishna with a 55 min. scenic flight seeing tour back to the park entrance. Guest needs to book round trip shuttle transportation (green school bus/bench seating-not sold as a narrated tour) to Kantishna at www.nps.gov/dena at either 7:45am or 8:30am and we will combine it with a 55 min flight tour from Kantishna back to the park entrance. You will have round trip shuttle transportation regardless, as all flights are weather dependent, refunds for flight given accordingly. Trip departs the park entrance between 7:45am-8:30am, arriving in Kantishna 1:45pm-2:30pm, flight departs Kantishna 3pm
- All flights are weather dependant and refunds given accordingly. You are guaranteed round trip shuttle bus transportation when you book your shuttle bus at www.nps.gov/dena
- Bring a sack lunch and bottled water. No food service inside the park.
- Departs from the WAC (Wilderness Access Center) at the park entrance.
- Times: 7:45am & 8:30am (requested times are not guaranteed)
- Rates: $225pp
Cancellation Policy: 30+ days prior to the flight date for a refund of air fare less $40pp cancellation fee, all flights are weather dependent and refunds given accordingly.
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4. Tundra Wilderness Tour - Narrated
Tour is fully narrated by the driver, who is a certified naturalist/guide travels 53 miles inside the Park to Toklat River. The tour will take between 7-8 hours.
- Passengers must remain on the bus for the duration of the tour, except for rest stops every hour to hour and a half. Tour travels along an unpaved road and all tours go rain or shine-rain does not keep the wildlife indoors!
- Two general departure times: AM which departs between 5am-8:30am and the PM tour which departs between 1:30pm and 4pm. You can request a specific time, but no guarantees.
- Please remember that you must pick up their TOUR tickets the night before for the printed departure time. Pick up Tickets at the Wilderness Access Center (WAC) or from the McKinley Village Hotel (Mile 232 George Parks Hwy)-we will give you directions at check in.
- Tours will depart from the Wilderness Access Center.
BUS TYPE: TWT Tour bus is a modified school bus with motor coach seating. This is also the ONLY tour to have drop-down screens. There are eight total screens where if wildlife is in the area, the wildlife will be displayed on the screen in a "zoomed in mode." Maximum amount of people on a TWT tour bus would be 48-52.
The Box Snack: Reindeer Sausage, Cheese, Roll, Bag of chips, carrots, trail mix, condiments, bottle of water.
NO VEGAN OR VEGATARIAN OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE. *This is a light snack; if you want a heartier lunch or vegetarian option you can order from the Creekside Café the night before and can be picked up as early as 6am. For earlier departures pick up the night before-most cabins/room have refrigerators.
- Rates: $154.50 Adults / $72.25 Kids (12 & under/car seats required for young children-no lap babies).
- Times: AM-Morning tour (Between 5am and 8:30am) or PM-Afternoon tour (Between 1:30pm and 4pm)-you can request a specific time for AM or PM tour, but NO guarantees.
- Cancellation Policy: 14 days prior, less a $20pp cancellation fee, within 14 days non-refundable
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5. Windows Into Wilderness-Narrated with Hike - Visitors travel 30 miles of park road to Teklanika. This tour stops at Mile 12, Mountain Vista Trailhead, where you’ll join a guide for a ¾ mile walk. You’ll learn about the sub-arctic ecosystem and the ways in which Athabascans, following the wisdom of their ancestors, continue to live off the land despite its unforgiving environment. The cultural interpreter and your Driver/Naturalist are Certified Interpretive Guides and the science educator’s partner with National Park Service through the Murie Science and Learning Center. The Windows Into Wilderness Tour includes a boxed snack and water. Two trips daily: 6:30am & 8am. Book early and must be prepaid. *Note: There will be standing and walking for up to 90 minutes on gravel-packed trail.
- Rates: $130.75 Adult/ $ 59.50 Child (15 & under)
- Times: 6:30am to 12:30pm & 8: am to 2: pm.
- Cancellation Policy: 14 days prior, less a $20pp cancellation fee, within 14 days non-refundable
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6. The Park Shuttle Bus
Park Service Shuttle Bus provides an informal and inexpensive way to tour the park. They have short and all day options (6, 8, 11, & 12hr.). Not sold as a narrated tour, this is a great option for the independent traveler and those with backcountry hiking experience that want to get their “boots on the ground”. This option you must book directly at www.nps.gov/dena.
- You have 6, 8, 11, or 12 hr. trip options. If you want to go to Wonder Lake or Kantishna - 11-12 hrs. I recommend the fully narrated Kantishna Wilderness Trails Tour by motor coach; it may be a better option for this long trip. *This is a great option for those that want a shorter trip, don't want the expense of a narrated tour. Book early and must be prepaid.
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7. Natural History Tour - Narrated
Focusing on the rich natural and cultural history of the park, this 4 ½ to 5 hour tour travels to Primrose Ridge at mile 17 (FYI-you can drive the first 15 miles of the park road in your own vehicle). Several interpretive stops enhance the experience, beginning with a stop at the Wilderness Access Center for a viewing of the film “Across Time and Tundra”, which depicts early visitor experiences within the same area visited by Denali Natural History Tour visitors! A stop at the still-used ranger cabin, Savage Cabin provides a living history glimpse of the folks who might have used the cabin at one time. At the Primrose turnaround point, you will experience a memorable Alaskan Native presentation that will enlighten you with how the land has been used for nearly 10,000 years! A snack and beverages are provided. Wheelchair accessible buses are available, and all stops are wheelchair accessible. Morning and afternoon tours are available. Tour Times and Pickup Locations are assigned approximately one week prior to actual tour date. Your actual pickup location may vary, please reconfirm at your Hotel Front Desk upon arrival.
- Two general departure times: AM which departs between 5am-8:30am and the PM tour which departs between 1:30pm and 4pm. You can request a specific time, but no guarantees.
- Please remember that you must pick up their TOUR tickets the night before for the printed departure time. Pick up Tickets at the Wilderness Access Center (WAC) or from the McKinley Village Hotel (Mile 232 George Parks Hwy)-we will give you directions at check in.
- Tours will depart from the Wilderness Access Center.
- Rate: $94.50 Adults / $42.25 Child (15 & younger). Book early and must be prepaid.
- Times: AM Tour departs between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM or PM Tour departs between 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM. You can request a specific time, but no guarantees.
- Cancellation Policy: 14 days prior, less a $20pp cancellation fee, within 14 days non-refundable
- This tour is pricey for how far into the park you go, but is an option for those that are very limited on time, or don’t want to spend a lot of time on a bus.
- FYI-Vendors highly suggest travel insurance, which you can purchase at www.tripinsurance.com
- ALL park tours should be booked early due to our short visitor season and limited availability and must be prepaid.
- If you have questions or want to make reservations please call
(1-907-683-2277 or 1-888-533-6254) or email cabins@mckinleycabins.com
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8. *Terry Boyd Photo Lesson/Tour
The Alaska Range provides some of the most spectacular & inspiring scenery on earth. Make the most of your time by allowing amazing local photographer Terry Boyd to help you get in the right place for the best photos possible. Enjoy the luxury of being able to locate, stop, compose, and capture your photo at a pace that is comfortable for you. Terry is aiming his trip for photo enthusiast and new found shutter bugs who want to better understand how to get more out of their camera and have the opportunity to have all the time they want to compose images without feeling rushed.
Tours will be weather permitting and refunds given accordingly. Trips will be called off if the weather is horrible (extreme low cloud cover, driving rain) in all directions with no chance of clearing. Soft rainy days can be excellent for macro photography as the light is soft and winds are usually calm. There are extra full size professional tripods for guests to use as well as access to different filters that can be extremely useful balancing exposures and increasing color saturation.
- Limited to 4 people, family & group options available. Tours are approx. 4.5 hrs. & includes transportation.
- Request space early if interested as space is limited to 4 people.
- This trip will be confirmed 72 hours prior to tour date-you will be waitlisted and emailed when/if confirmed. Cancel 72 + hrs. prior to tour date.
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Jeep & Monster Truck Tours |
9. Denali Highway Jeep Excursion
The Denali Highway was once the gateway to Denali National Park. This 135 mile rough gravel highway contains some of the most spectacular scenery in all of Alaska. Views of Mt. McKinley, the Alaska Range and its glaciers (weather permitting) will dominate your 120 mile round trip excursion. If you don’t see any wildlife, you’re not looking hard enough!
Not only is the Denali Highway Jeep Excursion an alternative to crowded bus trips into the Park, this tour allows access to a historic highway prohibited by most rental vehicle companies. Your 4-door, 4x4 Jeep Wrangler hugs the dirt road, smoothly traversing rough terrain. You may even choose to take the top off! Each Jeep is spacious enough for 4 adults who may trade off driving, if preferable. A hearty snack and drink will be provided at one of the scenic viewpoints.
- 4-Door 4x4 Jeeps and trip is narrated via 2-way Radios with over 120 miles of Adventure
- Automatic & Easy to Drive with Removable Tops. Comfortable for 4 Adults
- Views of Mt. McKinley (weather permitting) and Binoculars & Spotting Scopes provided
- Moose, Bears, Caribou, & other Animal Sightings
- Drinks & Snacks included
- Times: 9:30 am & 5:30 pm. Plan to be with us for around 5 hours (including transfers).
- Price: $149 Adult / $99 Child (12 & under)
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10. Denali Jeep® Backcountry Safari
Take the wheel and follow your guide on a spectacular off-road journey on the Stampede trail. Your guides will lead you along some very primitive roadway providing you with plenty of bumps and dips and sways. There will be several stops to switch drivers. Interactive two-way radios allow your guide to interpret the area. You will stop for a break at a wilderness camp where you can enjoy a small “wilderness" cooked meal.
- Times: 7:15am, 11:15am, and 5:45pm. Plan on 3.5 hours (including transfers).
- Price: $139 adults / $93 child (12 years & under)
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11. Denali Sightseeing Safari-Monster Truck Tour
This trip was designed with the idea of taking people into the back country of Denali, away from crowds, buses and dusty roads.
The biggest obstacle was the river and our customized "MONSTER" truck solves the problem. We travel a meandering 30 miles round trip, crossing two glacial streams, up past the timberline to the alpine tundra into the Alaska Range.
The history of the settlers and area come alive as we follow the trail used by early explorers. Bring a lunch for a picnic in the wilderness.
- Rates: $160.00 Adults-$80.00 Child (12 and under)
- Time: 8am, Duration: 6-7.5 hrs. - 5/15-9/19
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Dinner & More |
12. Cabin Night Dinner Theatre
You’ll enjoy a night of fun, festivity and food! Get a taste of old-time Alaska at Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theater. Join our heroine Fannie Quigley and an unforgettable cast of characters in this true-to-life Gold Rush tale of adventure in early 1900s Alaska. It's a great mix of colorful storytelling, spirited music and humor, brought to life by talented performers. Everyone in your group will love the lighthearted entertainment and hearty cuisine of salmon & ribs served family style. Alaska's most unique Cabin Nite Dinner Theater.
Advance Reservations required.
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1-888-533-6254
Email: cabins@mckinleycabins.com
* Means it’s a Creekside favorite prices subject to change without notice
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13. Horse Drawn Wagon Ride with backcountry dining!
Enjoy a relaxing meal freshly prepared while you enjoy amazing views! Next you’ll join your horse guide/entertainer on covered wagon ride pulled by two beautiful draft horses for a photographic adventure back along the North side of the Denali National Park Boundary. Learn about the history of this Coal Mining area as you pass through the wilderness.
Your guide will share with you local folklore, facts, and more! You’ll stop at the Dry Creek river bed and have an opportunity to get out, stretch your legs and feed the horses carrots if you like. You also stop at a rustic Alaskan Cabin and have a chance to see how some Alaskans still live! Don’t miss this total wilderness ride that has something to offer the entire family!
- Rates: $89.00 per person / $44.50 children (5-11), under 5 is FREE. Gratuities not included
- Breakfast and Ride: 8am
- Lunch and Ride: 3pm
- Dinner and Ride: 6pm, 8pm
- Duration: 2 ½ hours
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Denali Horseback Tour |
14. Horseback Riding Denali Horseback Tours is a small family owned and operated business located in Healy, Alaska, just few minutes from Denali National Park entrance.
Come ride with us, the closest horseback outfitter to Denali, into some of the most spectacular backcountry in the world, under the midnight sun of Alaska’s north! Max. of 4 riders.
- Times: Vary-call for details
- Rates: 1.5 hr $120, 2.5hr $170, 6hr - $295pp
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Sled Dog Tours |
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15. Husky Homestead (Jeff King) Kennel Tour Enjoy a warm welcome and experience a true Alaskan lifestyle at Husky Homestead, home of Iditarod Champion Jeff King.
This tour is widely heralded as an authentic look into rural lifestyles based on 35 years of Alaskan adventures: from freight hauling on Denali to crossing the finish line in Nome with a champion Iditarod team. Be greeted by cuddly puppies and get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into creating a championship team and carving a life in Alaska's Interior.
Hear compelling stories from the trail and see actual racing sleds, arctic survival gear and equipment used to traverse 1100 miles of Alaska's most rugged terrain. *Not recommended for children under 3 years of age*
- Rate: Adult - $59 / Child 12 and under - $39
- Times: 8:30am, 12:30pm, and 7:00 pm
- Duration: 2.5 hours including transfer time
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16. Dog Ride & Wilderness Living Adventure Book early and SAVE $10pp (KEEP “Book early and SAVE $10pp” IN RED)An exciting, fun filled soft adventure that provides a up close look into most aspects of wilderness living including live Caribou that are and have been so important to the Denali Area.
Visit with Alaskan hosts that make their living and raise their families in the wilderness near Denali; they are woodsmen, trappers, hunters, showing you their Alaska. They will share stories, tales and a few tricks regarding mining, prospecting, trapping and hunting that make their lives different than most that come to visit.
You will be welcomed with snack at camp, show and talk about furs then end your trip with you feeling the power and excitement while riding a sled dog pulled cart in full view of Mt. McKinley (Weather permitting) before returning to your hotel.
- Rates: $89 Adults / $49 Children (11 & under)
- Times: 8:30am, 10:30am, 2:30pm and 6:30pm
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Denali Rafting & Kayak Tours |
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17. *Canyon Run - A two (2) hour guided white water raft adventure traveling 11 miles through class III & IV down the Nenana River. Great for first-time rafters seeking a little excitement!
Oar boat - Guest holds on while a guide controls raft, ages 10 & up.
Paddle Raft - Guests paddle as a team w/guide assistance, age 14+
- Rates (DOC):
- Oar Boat: Adult-$87/Child$67-oar boat only (10-13)
- Paddle Raft: Adult-$87 (14+ yrs old)
- Times: 7:30am, 9:30am, 1:30am, 6:00pm (Plan on 3-3.5 hrs.)
*DOC Otto Lake Office
- Rate (DRA):
- Oar Boat: $89 (12 yrs old +)
- Paddle Raft: $89 (15 yrs old +)
- Times: 7:30am, 10am, 3pm & 6:30pm (Plan on 3-3.5 hrs.)
*DRA Canyon Office
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18. Scenic Wilderness Float Trip A two (2) hour guided float trip traveling 11 miles (Class II & III) with less challenging rapids for families, seniors and the more cautious river runner. Remember to bring your camera.
Oar boat - Guest holds on while a guide controls raft, ages 5 & up.
- Rate (DOC): Adult-$87/Children (5-13 yrs old) $57 • Times: 7:30am, 11:30am & 6pm (Plan on 3-3.5 hrs.)
- Duration: 2 hrs (Plan on 3-3.5 hrs.)
*DOC Otto Lake Office
- Rate (DRA): Adult-$89/Children (5-11 yrs old) $72 • Times: 7:30am, 12:30pm, & 6:30pm
- Duration: 2 hrs (Plan on 3-3.5 hrs.) *DRA Canyon Office
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19. *Nenana 4 Hour Raft Adventure
A 4 hour guided run traveling 22 miles on Class II-IV rapids. A great raft adventure that combines the beauty of the Scenic Wilderness and white water of the Canyon Run. Paddle raft or oar boat, ages 10+.
Oar boat - Guest holds on while a guide controls raft, ages 10 & up.
Paddle raft - Guests paddle as a team w/guide assistance, ages 14+
- Rates (DOC) Oar Boat: Adult-$117/Child (10-13yrs old) $97
- Rates (DOC) Paddle Raft: $117 (ages 14 yrs +)
- Times: 7:30am & 11:30am
- Duration: 4 hours (Plan on 5-5.5 hrs.)
*DOC Otto Lake Office
- Rates (DRA) Oar Boat (12 yrs & older)/Paddle Raft (15 yrs & older): $122
- Times: 7:30am & 11:30am
- Duration: 4 hours (Plan on 5-5.5 hrs.)
*DRA Canyon Office
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20. 4 Hour Scenic Raft Trip with Lunch This exciting guided raft trip offers 4 hours and 24 miles of mild rafting with lunch. This is a great trip for photo opportunities and those that want to relax and enjoy the views Denali is famous for. Great for families.
Oar boat- Guest holds on while a guide controls raft, ages 5 & up.
Paddle raft- No paddle rafting on this trip
- Rate: $142 Adult/$128 Child (5-11 yrs old) Times: 9:00am Duration: 5.5 hrs. (Plan on 7-7.5 hrs.)
*DRA Canyon Office
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21. *Full Day Raft Trip with Lunch
This guided scenic trip skirts the boundaries of Denali National Park and offers 36 miles of scenic to rugged river, class I, II, III & one IV. An excellent opportunity to experience wildlife in its natural environment and travel the Great North Land as our early settlers traveled. This trip offers a short hike (time permitting) and lunch on the river. It is 4 hours of mild rafting along with 2 hours of white water rapids with a lunch in the middle. Age 12 & up
Oar boat - Guest holds on while a guide controls raft, ages 12 & up.
- Rate: $183
- Times: 9:00am, Duration: 7.5 hours (Plan on 9-9.5 hrs.)
- Experience Level: Adventurous Beginner to Intermediate
*DRA Canyon Office
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22. Kayak Tour – IK’s (inflatable kayaks) are easy to learn, durable, lightweight, forgiving and high performance whitewater boats. First-time kayakers as well as those with experience can have fun paddling in class II & III rapids with guidance, instruction and support from a knowledgeable and professional guide. A moderate level of physical fitness is strongly recommended. Dry suits are provided, tour goes rain or shine.
- Rate: $89.00 per person (Ages 12+)
- Times: 8am and 1:30pm, Duration: 4 hours •
- Experience Level: Adventurous Beginner to Experienced
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Denali Backcountry Guides |
23. Walking Tour - Take an interpretive, guided walk in the Denali area with a naturalist guide who will point out the landmarks and talk about the amazing geology and glacial history of this part of the world. Walk through boreal forests and discover how plants and animals have adapted to the extreme sub-arctic environment.
- Trip Times: 7:30 am - 10:30 am, 5:00pm - 8:00pm, 8:15pm - 11:15pm (until August 7)
- Estimated time of hike: 3 hours
- Hiking Level: Moderate
- Dress: Wear layers, sunscreen, hats and sunglasses. You may bring a backpack with water and snacks.
- Don’t forget your camera, and bring binoculars if you have them!
Cost of Trip: $109/person (There is a minimum of two people per hike and maximum number of six)
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24. Interpretive Hike - This tour is for the more fit travelers. While still a narrated tour, the interpretive hike covers more ground; climbs into the forest and alpine, and explores the glacier topology in depth. The extra time on the ground gives the group a chance to see the forested area near the Nenana River, the brushy but wildlife rich sub-alpine tundra, and the gorgeous views and highly adapted vegetation of the alpine tundra. Like our walking tour it is offered twice daily, at 7:30am and 5pm
- Trip Times: 7:30 am - 12:30 am, 5:00pm - 10:00pm
- Estimated time of hike: 4.5 hours
- Hiking Level: Strenuous
- Dress: Wear layers, sunscreen, hats and sunglasses. You may bring a backpack with water and snacks.
- Don’t forget your camera, and bring binoculars if you have them!
- Cost of Trip: $139/person (There is a minimum of two people per hike and maximum number of six)
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25. Pack Rafting Tour - Our newest trip – a pack rafting trip that lets you enjoy sublime wilderness firsthand and have a water adventure at the same time! Hike through the wilderness to a stunning mountain stream and float through a valley beneath the majestic peaks of the Alaska Range. No Experience needed, we provide pack raft, dry suit, paddle, snack (bring a lunch and water).
- Rate: $280/person (There is a minimum of two per trip and maximum number of five)
- Trip times: call for times (Plan on 7 hours including transfer)
- Hiking level: Moderate
- What to wear/bring: Wear layers, sunscreen, hats and sunglasses. You may bring a backpack with water and snacks, although water and snacks will be provided for you as well, but recommend bringing a lunch and water.
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26. Heli Hiking Tour - The Alaskan tundra is one of the most esoteric and breathtaking landforms on the planet – like nothing you’ve ever experienced before. This trip begins with an awe-inspiring flight in a helicopter landing you in a remote alpine wilderness setting. Once there, you’ll take a guided hike around the truly unique and spectacular environment. Jeff, the naturalist guide who has been hiking in the tundra for twenty years, will point out the flora and fauna on the way. There’s no telling what kinds of animals you might see, but you are guaranteed to experience nature in a way that you won’t soon forget.
- Trip Times: 7:30am - 11:30am, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
- Estimated time of hike: 4 hours
- Hiking Level: Moderate
- Dress: Wear layers, sunscreen, hats and sunglasses. You may bring a backpack with water and snacks, although water and snacks will be provided for you as well.
- Don’t forget your camera, and bring binoculars if you have them!
- Cost: $475/person
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27. Jet boat Wilderness Safari Tour - Book early and SAVE $10pp (KEEP “Book early and SAVE $10pp” IN RED) Denali River Safaris would like to extend and invitation to visit the "REAL ALASKA". This is a family run business & their "staff" are friends & family. You will travel by heated jet boat 30 miles upriver into the wilderness to the camp where they make their living. Here they will demonstrate & tell you about the activities that keep them busy in this magnificent place. They are dog mushers, trappers, gold miners, craftsmen, hunting guides & they are anxious to show and tell you how they support the land that supports them.
There is no guarantee, but a good chance of getting a great close-up view of some of the "locals". Alaskan wildlife viewing opportunities are plentiful - our guests have spotted moose, grizzly bear, ptarmigan, eagles, and more!
- Rate: $119 Adult / $79 Child (11 & under)
- Times: 8:30am, 10:30am, 2:30pm, & 6:30pm Duration: Approximately 2 hours. Self Drive to boat launch
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ATV & Argo Tours |
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Denali Tundra ARGO Tours
28. Stampede Wilderness ARGO Tour - Experience the Alaskan Denali tundra on the Stampede Wilderness ARGO Tour. Look out over Eight Mile Lake, a tundra jewel surrounded by wildflowers. Zoom in to watch wildlife in the valley using provided binoculars or tripod-mounted spotting scopes. Get to know the light-footed mobility of our Argo Frontier-580 amphibious ATVs. Enjoy the view from the exclusive comfort of our Pavilion and Viewing Gallery on the ridge that we call Flat Top. Use high powered spotting scopes to view giant Glacial Erratics while enjoying a picnic lunch. You might see caribou, moose, bear, wolf, or ptarmigan along the way or even Denali, weather permitting.
Early and late season guests might see northern lights as space weather paints the sub-arctic sky. Three guided tours daily along the Stampede Trail surrounded by Denali National Park. Weather is NOT an issue on the Stampede Wilderness Tour, we’ll keep you warm and dry.
The Stampede Wilderness Tour takes about 4 1/2 hours, from pick-up to drop-off. After a comprehensive briefing, the donning of your safety gear and becoming comfortable with your Argo ATV, the tour sets out from our exclusive Pavilion & Viewing Gallery at Flat Top, to explore the Stampede trail out toward the famous Savage and Teklanika Rivers. The terrain provides great riding on the tough and versatile, yet tundra-friendly, 6-wheeled Argos. During the tour, there will be plenty of opportunities to stop and take photos or to peer through the binoculars provided with each ATV. The entire tour is narrated by our friendly and knowledgeable guides. Your guides will also set high-powered spotting scopes on tripods so you can get up-close and personal views of any wildlife in the area. Near the end, we return to the Pavilion at Flat top for a relaxing lunch, with hot and cold beverages available. There, you’ll also have an opportunity to stroll along the tundra.
- Lunch is provided (Choice: Turkey, Ham or Veggie) with a variety of hot & cold beverages.
- Argo’s comfortable seat 2 adults and 2 young children in the back seat.
- Shuttle service provided, helmet with integrated audio, and an included Subway meal.
- Goggles, gloves, facemasks, rain gear, tripod-mounted spotting scopes, and binoculars are also on hand for our customers’ comfort and pleasure.
- All guests are required to wear closed-toe shoes and to sign a liability waiver and it is recommended that guests wear appropriately layered clothing.
- Guests less than 18 years of age require signed parental permission. Minimum guests’ age is 7 years.
- ATV drivers must be least 16 years old.
- This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or guests with back problems or limited mobility.
- Rate: $135 Adult/ $85 Child (7-12 yrs old)
- Times: 7:35am, 12:35pm, & 5:35pm (Plan on 4.5 hours pick up to drop off)
*Pick up tour at the Canyon ARGO Tour office-they will provide transfers.
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29. Denali Wilderness ATV Adventure - Get ready for some adventure! Whether a novice or expert ATVer, this tour will be a memorable ride in the scenic Alaskan wilderness on your own Single or Side by Side ATV. Ride on several terrain types - coal mining tails, rocky creek beds, hill climbing, water and mud crossings. Total tour covers about 10 miles, with approx. 1 ½ hours on the trails.
- Rates: Single "Grizzly" ATV: Driver: $95
Double "Rhino" ATV: Driver/passenger (2): $160
- Times: 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm,5pm, 7pm, 9pm*
*9pm tour is not offered after 8/12 (Tour offered 5/15 - 9/15 )
- Length: 2 1/2 hours from pick-up to drop-off. Approx. 10 miles round trip.
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30. Stampede Trail “Into the Wild” ATV Adventure
Go deep "Into the Wild" on the same rugged trail as Chris McCandless, subject of the best-selling book and movie. Experience a variety of factors not on our other tours - Mt. McKinley viewings, deep water crossing, mud holes, faster speeds, and a memorable campfire meal. We mainly take our Side by Side ATVs on this tour due to the rugged terrain, difficulty of the trail, and riding length. Total tour covers about 20 miles, with approx. 2 ½ hours on the trails.
- Rates: Single "Grizzly" ATV: Driver: $175 (experienced riders only) Double "Rhino" ATV: Driver/Passenger(2): $275
- Times: 9:40 & 5:40 pm (Tour is offered 5/28 - 9/15)
- Length: 4 hours from pick-up to drop-off. Approx. 20 miles round trip.
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31. Midnight Sun ATV Adventure - Looking for something truly Alaskan? Take a ride during the height of the Midnight Sun and experience just how light it is at midnight. View the unique and memorable Midnight Sun from two breathtaking overlooks as it creates a rainbow of sunset colors. Enjoy a snack and hot chocolate while the sun is dipping below the horizon. Total tour covers about 10 miles, with approx. 1 ½ hours on the trail.
- Rate: Single "Grizzly" ATV: Driver: $105
Double "Rhino" ATV: Driver/Passenger (2): $$175
- Times: 11 pm* only offered 6/4 - 7/12 Only
- Length: 2 1/2 hours from pick-up to drop-off. Approx. 10 miles round trip.
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32. Black Diamond ATV Treasure Hunt with Lunch - Experience a fantastic adventure back in the wilderness hunting Alaskan treasure! Feel exhilarated while working together to find hidden views, secret sights, quarts and granite rocks, coal, and much more! Leave a treasure in the geo-cache and pick one out for yourself to take home!
This trip takes you back on old coal mining trails and spills you out onto the Dry Creek River Bed where Athabascan Indian artifacts have been found in archaeological digs! You will have a great adventure strategizing, planning, thinking, and just having some down home fun while traveling past local vegetation, looking for real Alaskan Wildlife, soaking in the breath taking mountain scenery, learning some of the local history and Alaskan Culture, and exploring the geography.
You will be navigating the trails with GPS and maps and each mini mystery will get you closer to finding a rustic pavilion where a full service camp style meal is served to satisfy any adventurer’s appetite!
- Rate: Single rider ATV $154
- Group Rate: 1-5 people in Polaris Ranger (seats 6, 5 guest + 1 guide) $550
- Full Service Backcountry Meal Included
- Tour times: 7:30 AM, 12:30pm, 3:00pm, 6:00pm, 10:30pm
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Bike Tours and Rentals |
33. Mountain Bike Tours - This guided tour offers a relatively remote Alaskan experience with a view of Mt. McKinley on a clear day. Spectacular views of mountains, valleys and lakes will inspire riders while biking near Denali National Park. The guide will support and interpret but allow guests the freedom to explore independently. This is a moderate ride for those with basic skills and reasonable fitness. Age 10+. Van shuttle, mountain bike, helmet, and water bottle are all inclusive.
- Rate: Adult $57.00Child $47 (10-13 yrs. old) w/ a 4-person minimum •
- Times: 9:00am, 1:00pm & 3:00pm,
- Duration: 2-2.5 hours
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34. *Mountain Bike Rentals - Consider the options: There are 3 ways to enter Denali National Park: walking, by bus or on a bike; if you don’t have time for the first or the patience for the second, this is the right answer, pedal into paradise! You can also combine a camper bus ride in (through the park service www.nps.gov/dena ) and choose the distance you want to ride back out. ~All rentals include a helmet, tool pack, water bottle & lock
- Rates: Hourly $8.00 (2hr. min) / Half-day $25.00 (6hrs.) Full-day $40.00 (24hrs) / Multi-day $35.00 (2+ days)
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Flight-Seeing |
Flight-seeing is consistently the highest rated activity in Alaska! Tour by plane or helicopter both offer spectacular views.
DENALI AIR
Denali Air has been flying planes over the Alaska Range since 1970.
They offer narrated flight-seeing tours that specialize in flying as close to Mt. McKinley, as weather permits, usually within a mile. This is a significant consideration when comparing other sightseeing options. Their experienced pilots are trained to get you great views in complete safety and comfort.
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35. Discover Denali
Fly along the spine of the Alaska Range within a mile of Mt. McKinley and around it (weather permitting); great summit views.
- Rates: Adults $375/ Children (2-12) $190, lap babies under 2 yrs. old fly for free
- Times: Flights are every EVEN hour 8am to 8pm
- Duration: 60 minutes
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36. Denali Express
Fly along the spine of the Alaska Range within 5 miles of Mt. McKinley and around it (weather permitting); great views of the Wickersham Wall, and often of the South Summit.
- Rates: Adults $285/ Children (2-12) $145
- Times: Flights are every EVEN hour 8am to 8pm
- Duration: 40-45 minutes
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37. KANTISHNA AIR TAXI
Experience a Denali tour from the air. Your flight will traverse the spine of the Alaskan Range to the base of Mt. McKinley (Denali 20,320ft). View the highest vertical wall in the world as we fly-by the North Face of Denali. We will span 30-mile-long glaciers and return through some of the most scenic areas of Denali National Park. Weather conditions will dictate exact routes each day.
- Rates: $275 with a 4-person minimum
- Times: Flexible
- Duration: 70 minutes
ERA HELICOPTERS
Exhilarating narrated tours of Denali National Park-Great views abound!
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36-A. Denali Air Glacier Landing
Fly east to Mt. Deborah onto a private glacier landing area in the Yanert Valley.
- Rates: Adults $325/ Children (2-12) $225
- Times: Flights are every EVEN hour 10am to 8pm
- Duration: 60 minutes; 40 min. flying time, 20 minutes on the Glacier
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38. Denali Excursion - Experience the thrill of flight seeing while you soar over Denali National Park. A 45 - 50 minute tour of unforgettable views along the rugged spine of the famous Alaska Range.
Your flight offers stunning views of unexplored towering peaks and massive glaciers that have carved their way through rugged backcountry. Mt. McKinley, North America’s highest peak, looms on the horizon. There is no better way to discover the vast expanses of Alaska’s natural beauty. Witness the breathtaking beauty of the Cantwell Glacier as it cascades over a 900 ft. cliff to the valley below. Mountains and glaciers as far as the eye can see are just the beginning of this visual highlights tour of the world famous Denali National Park. Of course the Park is home to bears, moose, and Dall Sheep. So be sure to keep a sharp eye out for them throughout this once in a lifetime tour.
- Rate: $344.00 per person
- Departs: 8am, 9am, & 4pm
- Duration: 45-50 minutes
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39. Glacier “landing” Expedition - Walk upon an ancient glacier in the world famous Alaska Range! Grab your camera and prepare to be awed. Lift off in our cutting-edge A-Star helicopter to a breathtaking, birds-eye view of the Alaskan wilderness. En-route to the massive Yanert Icefield and surrounding glaciers, your pilot will introduce you to the mountainous terrain and stunning vistas. Glaciers have carved this rugged backcountry for millions of years and the magnificent towering peaks are the work of millions of years of tectonic rumblings. Discover the forces of nature from a new perspective.
Your adventure continues after a gentle landing on the glacier. Under your pilot’s expert guidance, you’ll get a chance to try out the glacier walking boots we provide and inspect the massive, frozen landscape. Explore icefalls and massive crevasses. Experience the otherworldly blue of glacial ice pools – up close and personal.
Experience the magic of these “rivers of ice” as you observe glacial streams and ice pools. Back on board, the significant views continue as you fly off toward Mt. Deborah, which stands at an impressive 12,339 feet. The Alaska Range is home to bears, moose, and Dall Sheep. So be sure to keep a sharp eye out for them throughout this once in a lifetime tour.
- Rate: $444.00 per person
- Times: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 5pm, & 7pm
- Duration: 75 minutes
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40. Heli-Hiking Adventure - Trek through the wild Alaskan backcountry with an experienced local naturalist at your side. In this tour, you’ll get to explore remote areas that are normally a full day’s hike away. Lift off in a modern A-Star helicopter and get ready for your breathtaking birds-eye view of the Alaskan wilderness. An exhilarating 15-minute flight will bring you to our hiking area located just beyond the boundaries of Denali National Park. Once there, your friendly guide will lead you on an educational soft-adventure hike above the tree line. You’ll learn how to track animals, interpret the flora and fauna, and if you’re lucky – catch a glimpse of some of the spectacular local wildlife in its natural habitat. Your hike will present you with unforgettable views of the rolling hills, tundra ridgelines, and spectacular vistas of Alaska. You’ll have a chance to relax on a hillside overlooking the valley and enjoy a small snack. Limited to small groups of no more than 12, this truly unique tour will leave you with a new appreciation for Alaska.
- Enjoy a customized tour based upon the group’s interest and ability
- Helicopter pickup & drop off. You’ll go beyond the usual well-trodden hiking trails
- Small group size: maximum of 12
- Guided experience with a local naturalist who is trained in wilderness safety
- Get expert introduction to the wildlife and plant life of the Denali area
- Trail routes are tailored to individual fitness levels on uneven terrain.
- Gear Provided: Small snack, bottled water
- Rates: $479 per person
- Times: 7:00am & 4:00pm
- Duration: 5 hours / Total Flight
- Time: 30minutes / Hiking Time: 3.5 hour
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Denali Fly Fishing Guides |
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41. Fishing for Arctic Grayling - You will travel our area’s small streams and wade fish for our native Arctic Grayling, the northernmost member of the Trout family. Our light weight gear is ideal for catch and release fishing with barbless hooks. Some walking over uneven terrain is involved in order to bank or wade fish into moving water. No fly fishing experience is needed however you must be able to walk up to a half mile during the trip. An Alaska fishing license is required and for sale at our headquarters. All fishing gear, flies, rain jacket and hip waders are included. We suggest bringing a pair of good wool or acrylic socks and sunglasses.
- Half Day Stream Fly Fishing Price: $175pp
- Time/Dates: 5/20- 9/15. Departs: 7:15am, 1:30pm, 6:00pm. Duration: 4.5 hours
- Full Day Stream Fly Fishing Price: $325pp Time/Dates: 6/1 - 9/15. Departs: 7:15am & 1:30pm.
- Duration: 8.5 hours
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Golf Denali |
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42. Golfing in the Midnight Sun-Rugged 9 Hole Golf - Golfing in Alaska has never been easier or more fun! Imagine relaxing on a unique Alaskan Golf Course, stretching your legs while Beautiful Mountains Tower over you. The view is one of the best and the Golf course is one of the farthest North that there is. Our hazards include such things as moose footprints and a local fox that steals your ball off of green number two. Experience a unique golfing excursion high in the mountains of Alaska. Enjoy a relaxing environment, fresh mountain air and spectacular panoramic scenery.
Black Diamond Golf Course offers an unbelievable opportunity to truly golf at a different style course than anything you have ever experienced! Our rugged grass is challenging to say the least but is still designed so it is easy to walk or drive the course with a power cart. Some said they would never be able to grow grass at all. With the ground being frozen all year long, sometimes it is hard to even push your tee into the ground. The fairways are full of fun hazards and the greens are real grass but are hard to put on. The course was built in 1995 right on top of the Alaskan Tundra with little to no Top Soil! The surrounding mountains tower over your game and wildflowers spring up all over the wild course. Black Diamond is located right next to a serene mountain lake and wildlife abounds at the links-like 9 hole golf course.
- Rate: Adults $79.00/ Children $39.00 w/pull cart - includes: green fees, club rental, pull or power cart, balls, logo souvenir golf ball
- Ala Carte - 9 holes are $30, club rental $15, power car is $15, 6 playing balls are $9, tees $0.50, Logo Ball is $3.
- Times: Any-call to schedule a time
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43. Riverboat Discovery - Voted the Best Boat Tour in North America Your three-hour tour will take you into the heart of Alaska and a family who has made the rivers of Alaska their way of life for five generations. Your itinerary follows:
- Chena Indian Village Walking Tour-Be immersed in frontier living first hand with a guided walking tour of an Athabascan Indian village. You’ll see an Athabascan Indian village with cabins made of spruce logs, a cache used for storing supplies, a primitive spruce bark hut and fur pelts. Our guides will explain how the wolf, fox, martin and beaver were used to provide food and protection in the harsh Arctic climate. They will also share how the Athabascans skillfully survived for over 10,000 years and how they adapted to village life and Western culture in the past century.
- Bush Pilot Demonstration-See an Alaskan bush pilot takeoff and land right next to the boat! Our pilot will share his stories of village life and explain the vital role planes play in remote Alaska.
- Susan Butcher Kennels-Next you’ll visit the home and kennels of the late four-time Iditarod champion Susan Butcher. Learn firsthand about kennel life and the challenges that go into making a champion dogsled team. Dave Monson, Susan’s husband, or a senior handler at Trailbreaker Kennels share stories of life on the trails as puppies play in anticipation of joining the team. Keep your cameras ready; you will not want to miss the dog mushing demonstration!
- Alaska @ 40 Below Experience-Winter in Fairbanks, where it often drops to 40 degrees below zero or more, can be downright brutal. With “Alaska at 40 Below”, you’ll step into our specially designed subzero chamber where we keep it a brisk, you guessed it, 40 degrees below zero. That’s a mid-winter day in the upper Alaskan interior. Can you take the challenge?
- Discovery Dining Hall-Enjoy lunch and a special presentation from Iditarod champion Lance Mackey. Included in lunch is a hearty miner’s stew (beef stew with vegetables), Italian style pasta salad, biscuits and a blueberry crumb cake. We also serve potato leek soup which is a gluten-free/vegetarian option. We can accommodate every dietary need. Iced tea and coffee are complimentary; beer, wine and soda are available for purchase. Your meal is all you can eat and will be served family style; each component of the meal will be brought to your table and guests may serve themselves.
- Rates: $59.95 Adults / $39.95 (3-12 yrs old) Infants are free
- Times: 9:00am & 2:00pm Duration: 3 hours
- The Riverboat Discovery and Gold Dredge 8 tours are designed so you can do both tours in one day. However, please note that these tours are not at the same location.
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44. Gold Dredge 8 - Your two-hour tour will take you into the heart of the gold fields of the Tanana Valley where you will feel the history come alive!
- Tanana Valley Railroad-Your adventure begins at Gold Dredge 8 with a ride on a replica of the Tanana Valley Railroad near some of the original rail routes. Once aboard our narrow gauge railroad, you will enjoy a short narrated journey to the dredge. Your regular conductor and commentator is Earl Hughes, who provides festive music along your journey.
- Trans Alaska Pipeline-Your first stop at Gold Dredge 8 is an up-close view of the 48-inch Trans Alaska Pipeline, a marvel of modern engineering and part of the largest industry in Alaska. The Trans Alaska Pipeline is responsible for approximately 15% of the nation’s domestic oil production. At this stop you may view informational displays and you will hear commentary regarding the history and function of the pipeline. You will walk underneath the pipeline to reach the next stop of your tour! Make sure to snap a picture of your loved ones ‘holding up’ the pipeline!
- Gold Dredge 8-Described as either a floating workhorse or a mechanical gold pan, Gold Dredge 8 extracted millions of ounces of gold from the frozen Alaskan ground. Today, Gold Dredge 8 National Historic District serves as a monument to the hard working miners who built Fairbanks. The train will stop beside the dredge and miners will give a sluice box demonstration and talk about mining in Alaska. Later in the tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the dredge and feel the gold history come alive!
- Gold Panning-As part of your tour, Alaskan miners will show you how to pan for gold, and you will receive your own poke filled with pay dirt. Friendly guides are on hand to help you uncover the gold in your pan. Comfortable benches and warm water make this an easy and enjoyable experience. Everyone will share your excitement when you strike it rich— and nothing beats the thrill of taking home real Alaskan gold!
- Rates: $39.95 Adults / $24.95 Child (3-12 yrs old) Infants are free
- Times: 10:30am & 1:45pm
- Duration: 2 hours The Riverboat Discovery and Gold Dredge 8 tours are designed so you can do both tours in one day. However, please note that these tours are not at the same location.
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45. Denali Car Rentals
McKinley Creekside Cabins only caters to guests that have their own transportation-we do not provide any shuttle service. If you are arriving via rail FYI- it takes 8 hrs from Anchorage to Denali, 4-4.5 hrs. to drive, and 6 hrs. via rail from Fairbanks, 22-2.5 hrs. to drive. If arriving via rail you need to rent a car while in Denali at http://www.denalidomehome.com/Car-Rental-Denali.html
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