Wild Alaska
August 10 – 17
Explore real Alaska on this amazing adventure to the Last Frontier. Trek under rainforest canopies in the mountain town of Girdwood. Ride a tram 2,000 feet to the top of Mount Alyeska for unparalleled glacier views. Journey through the spectacular Chugach Mountains and learn about native flora and fauna. Dip your toes in the clear, turquoise waters of the famed Kenai River, and scan the river banks for abundant moose populations and the occasional black (or brown) bear fishing in the river. Raft, explore and relax in private wooded wilderness settings. Cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park and encounter an array of wildlife (whales, sea lions, puffins, seals and more). Savor delectable fine dining and unwind at upscale wilderness lodges, like the exclusive Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge – the only lodge of its kind within the 700,000-acre Kenai Fjords National Park. Kayak, hike, beach comb and more by day; gather around the bonfire – or wood-fired sauna – by night, all under the Midnight Sun. Meander through mountain meadows, and beyond, on a comfortable rail tour back to civilization in Anchorage.
This trip is suitable for any level of adventure–seeker and requires no previous experience. All guided activities are available in casual, moderate or challenging options, accompanied by expert naturalist guides. Experience the calmness and serenity only nature offers on this exclusive trip. (Limited to 16 travelers)
Accommodations
2 nights Hawthorn Suites, Anchorage
2 nights Kenai Riverside Lodge
3 nights Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge
Trip Details
Duration: 8 days
Activity Level: Moderately Active
Cost: $4,195 per person, double occupancy
Child rate: $3,595, sharing room
Single Supplement: $975
Travel Partner: Alumnae Association of Mount Holyoke College