Travel along the Denali Park Road where you will find many opportunites to view and photograph the Alaska Range and Denali Peak as well as Alaska's great wildlife!

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Spanning the complete 92-mile stretch from the park entrance to Kantishna, the 13-hour Denali Backcountry Adventure Tour provides a full-day exploration into the core of Denali National Park. It stands as an exceptional way to immerse yourself in the park’s dramatic interior landscapes and observe native wildlife roaming their natural habitats.

Guiding your journey is a local professional well-versed in the region's geological features, wildlife behavior, and rich heritage. As you travel down the park corridor, your guide will draw attention to notable features and share intriguing historical background about the surrounding environment.

With extensive practice scanning the vast terrain, your driver knows precisely where to look for animals, helping you catch sight of creatures blended into the wilderness that would be easy to pass by unnoticed.

Along the route, the coach pauses at key historic points and scenic vistas so you can step out and take in the views. The excursion finishes at the end of the road in Kantishna, where you'll relax over a memorable lunch beside the creek at the Miners Day Lodge.

 

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Highlights
  • Travel the entire 92 miles stretch of the Denali Park Road
  • 6 hour bus ride to Denali Backcountry Lodge
  • 3 stops along the way, all have restrooms.
  • Jaw-dropping scenery and many wildlife viewing opportunities
  • Narration from your local expert guide
  • Many photo opportunities along the way
  • Lunch at Denali Backcountry Lodge
  • Lunch is served family style, no traditional menu to choose from - set menu
  • 3 Activities after lunch at Denali Backcountry Lodge
  • Botany Walk, History Tour, and Gold Panning
  • 6 hour bus ride back to the "Front Country" aka Denali Cabins / other pickup locations
  • 3 stops along the way, all have restrooms

Schedule

Summer dates for Denali Backcountry Tour: June 10 - September 6
Depart Denali Cabins6:00am
Pickup and Boarding at Denali Grizzly Bear Resort, Denali Park Village, Grande Denali Lodge, Denali Bluff Hotel, Holland America Denali Lodge, and Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge. (pickup time confirmed upon booking)6:00am - 7:30am
6 hour bus ride to Denali Backcounty Lodge. 3 stops along the way with restrooms
Arrive at Denali Backcountry Lodge. Lunch served family style. No traditional menu to choose from. There is a set menu. Activities at the lodge include Botany walk, History tour, and Gold Panning12:00pm - 12:30pm
Depart for return trip; continue searching for wildlife. 3 stops along the way with restrooms.1:45pm - 2:15pm
Return to Denali Canyon area6:30pm - 7:00pm

Rates

Adults & Children - Round Trip:Starting at: $339.00 (+ $15.00 park entrance fee and a $2.00 Alaska Geographic Donation*)
Full payment is due at booking to confirm the reservation. MasterCard and Visa credit cards accepted.
* An individual park entrance pass is required for each passenger in your party and a geographic donation.

Terms & Policies

Terms & Payment Policies:

Major credit cards are accepted such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover. Full Payment is due at time of booking.

Cancellation Policy:

Fully refundable up to 4 days prior to tour.

Non-refundable at 3 days or less prior to tour.

 

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855-245-1289

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