With more than 20 years of river raft guiding in the Denali area, the team at New Wave Adventures brings together exceptional guides, top-of-line equipment and unique water adventure packages to provide unforgettable memories and experiences in the Denali National Park area.

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The team at New Wave Adventures collectively has more than 100 years of experience rafting rivers all over the world, and more than 50 years of experience in Alaska.

With core values that reflect a commitment to excellence and premium customer experience, New Wave Adventures strives for 'the best trip everytime' and creating unforgettable memeories for all guests.

New Wave Adventures has a complete menu of river adventures to choose from, including laid-back scenic river floats, heart-pumping whitewater adventures and several packrafting options. Please see the available options below for more details.

 

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Highlights
  • Over 100 years of collective rafting experience with more than 50 years experience in Alaska
  • Top-quality gear and outfitters
  • Fully licensed and insured
  • Class II, III and IV rapids
  • Breathtaking views and scenery
  • Opportunities to see wildlife

Schedule

Wilderness Wave Trip
Summary:The Wilderness Wave Trip covers about 11 miles of the famous Nenana River which makes up the beautiful eastern boundary of Denali National Park. This trip will last about 3 to 3.5 hours and flows through miles of scenic glacier-carved valleys providing amazing vistas and panoramic views. This float is relatively laid back with only occasional class II and class III rapids.
Duration:3-3.5 hours start to finish
Start times:Daily at 8:00am, 2:00pm & 6:00pm
Price:Child (5 - 12 yrs): $95, Adult (12yrs +): $125
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Canyon Wave Trip
Summary:The Canyon Wave Tour covers about 11 miles of the Nenana River from the Denali entrance north to wards Healy, where you will find more adventure and whitewater! The rapids through this section are class III and IV and make for a really fun and adventurous float. The scenery is also incredible providing views of Mount Healy and Sugarloaf Mountain among other Denali National Park gems. Guests have the option to take part in the action as a Paddle Rafter, or sit back and enjoy the ride in an Oar Boat.
Duration:3-3.5 hours start to finish
Start times:Daily at 8:00am, 10:15am & 2:00pm & 6:00pm
Price:Adult (12yrs+*): $125
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Wave Train Trip
Summary:If you have the time, and you want to experience all of the beauty and adventure that the Nenana River has to offer, then the Wave Train Combo Raft Trip is the choice for you! This full day 5.5 hour trip covers 22 miles of river and lets you experience the laid back scenic portion of the river that makes up the Wilderness Wave Trip, as well as the adrenaline-pumping whitewater portion that makes up the Canyon Wave trip
Duration:5.5 hours start to finish
Start times:Daily at 8:00 am & 12 pm
Price:Adult (12yrs+*): $210
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Otto Lake Packrafting for Beginners
Summary:This packrafting trip to Otto Lake is as educational as it is scenic and adventurous! On this 3.5 hour trip you will join your guide on scenic Otto Lake for a half day of fun and learning the art of packrafting! You will discover the right techniques for paddle strokes, you'll also learn flips and important self-rescue and group-rescue procedures, all while taking in the incredible scenery!
Duration:3.5 hours start to finish
Start times:Daily at 8:30 am 12:30pm 4:30pm
Price:Adult: $180
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Denali Hike and Packrafting
Summary:On this adventure you will be setting out with your guide on a 4-mile scenic hike with your packrafting gear to a beautiful back-country location where you will embark on a 10-mile river trip! During your adventure you will work on improving and advancing your packrafting techniques, and taking in the incredible scenery around Denali National Park! This adventure lasts about 5.5 hours in full.
Duration:5.5 hours start to finish
Start times:Daily at 9:00am or 2:30pm
Price:Adult (16yrs+): $440
Please Call to Book this activity - 855-245-1289
Nenana River Advanced Packrafting
Summary:Set out on the famous Nenana River for an advanced pack rafting adventure like no other! On this guided adventure you will be floating about 9 miles down the Nenana River along the boundry of Denali National Park! You guide will work with you to perfect your packrafting prowess with expert instruction on paddle strokes in the unique river environment, river flips, reentries, scouting techniques and more!
Duration:4 hours start to finish
Start times:Daily at 9:00am or 2:30pm
Price:Adult: $360
Please Call to Book this activity - 855-245-1289
*Guests must be 15 yrs or older to paddle.
OTTO LAKE 'BEGINNERS TRIP': Minimum 2 people to book - 6 people maximum per group
DENALI HIKE & NENANA RIVER PACKRAFTING TRIPS: Minimum 2 people to book - 4 people maximum per group // Packrafting experience required. // Minimum age of 16 for Denali Hike Trip
Pick-up & drop-off locations:

Denali Cabins: 7:30 am for the 8:00 AM Trip / 9:10 am for the 10:15 AM Trip / 11:05 am for the 12:00 PM trip / 1:10 PM for the 2PM trip / 5:30 PM for the 6PM trip

Denali Park Village: 7:35 am for the 8:00 AM Trip / 9:15 am for the 10:15 AM Trip / 11:10 am for the 12:00 PM trip / 1:15 pm for the 2PM trip / 5:35 pm for the 6PM trip

Grizzly Bear: 7:45 am for the 8:00 AM Trip / 9:20 am for the 10:15 AM Trip / 11:15 am for the 12:00 PM trip / 1:20 pm for the 2PM trip / 5:40 pm for the 6PM trip

Riley Creek Bus stop: 7:50 am for the 8:00 AM Trip / 9:30 am for the 10:15 AM Trip / 11:25 am for the 12:00 PM trip / 1:30 pm for the 2PM trip / 5:50 pm for the 6PM trip

Denali Grand: 7:35 am for the 8:00 AM Trip / 9:40 am for the 10:15 AM Trip / 11:35 am for the 12:00 PM trip / 1:40 pm for the 2PM trip / 5:35 pm for the 6PM trip

Denali Bluffs: 7:45 am for the 8:00 AM Trip / 9:50 am for the 10:15 AM Trip / 11:45 am for the 12:00 PM trip / 1:50 pm for the 2PM trip / 5:45 pm for the 6PM trip

Princess & Salmon Bake: 7:50 am for the 8:00 AM Trip / 9:55 am for the 10:15 AM Trip / 11:50 am for the 12:00 PM trip / 1:55 pm for the 2PM trip / 5:50 pm for the 6PM trip

Chalet: 7:55 am for the 8:00 AM Trip / 10:00 am for the 10:15 AM Trip / 11:55 am for the 12:00 PM trip / 2:00 pm for the 2PM trip / 5:55 pm for the 6PM trip

Rates

Wilderness Wave Raft Trip:Child (5yrs +): $95, Adult (12 yrs +): $125
Canyon Wave Raft Trip:Adult (12 yrs +): $125 (note guests must be 15yrs + to paddle)
Wave Train Combo Raft TripAdult (12 yrs +): $210 (note guests must be 15yrs + to paddle)
Otto Lake Packrafting Trip$180 / person
Denali Hike & Packrafting Trip$440 / person (must be 16 yrs +)
Nenana River Advanced Packrafting Trip$360 / person

Terms & Policies

To book a raft trip full payment is required at the time of booking. New Wave Adventures will provide a full refund up to 48 hours of your trip. If cancellation is within 48 hours of your trip, you are subject to only a 50% refund. If cancellation is within 24 hours of the trip time NO refund will be given. Please note the booking fee will not be refunded for partial refunds

Group Cancellations- Groups of 20+ rafters cancellations after time of booking will be refunded in full with the exception of cancellations within 14 days of the trip date. There will be no refund available for trips cancelled within 14 days or less of trip date.

To participate in a rafting/hiking/pac-rafting activity with New Wave Adventures LLC. you must accept the risks of designated activity by signing our Liability Waiver.

 

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