Wrangell-St. Elias National Park may be best known for its enormous size; this 13.2 million acre behemoth is twice the size of Maryland. It's also a paradise for mountaineers, sporting some of North America's largest volcanoes but none of the traffic jams you'd find in Denali. Although access is usually easiest by air taxi, two dirt roads offer limited access into the park
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park And Preserve
Adventures and activities in Wrangell-St. Elias NP
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park may be best known for its enormous size; this 13. 2 million acre behemoth is twice the size of Maryland...read more
Anchorage, Chugach National Forest, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park And Preserve
Activity
Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Solo Travel
Tour Type
Small group tour
Physical Level
Strenuous
Season
July - August
Shaped by volcanoes and scoured by ice ages, the north Wrangells give experienced backpackers the rare opportunity to feel like a mountaineer and travel like an explorer. The 50-mile route will take you across glaciers, swift creeks, high mountain passes, and wide-open tundra. Combine all of this with exciting bush flights and absolute Alaska solitude, and you have the makings of a true backpacking adventure of a lifetime.
Accommodation
Most tours are camping-based, but may include some lodge accommodation.
With literally thousands of nights camped in the Alaska wilderness in all seasons, Alaska Alpine Adventures have refined camp craft to a science. Expedition quality tents, included trekking poles, group-size tarp shelters, and only the best cooking equipment accompany each and every trip.
Camping equipment
Tents and all necessary camping gear and equipment supplied.
Kayaking equipment is also provided, including inflatable kayaks, life jackets, paddles plus spares, repair kits, throw bags, and dry bags.
Internal flights
Domestic/internal scenic bush flights are included.
Ground transfers
All airport transfers in private cars and comfortable minivans.
Guided excursions
Professional guide service at a maximum 4:1 guest to guide ratio.
Some meals
Most meals included — see itinerary for more details.
Breakfasts include steel cut oats, scrambles, homemade granola and cereal, locally roasted coffee, assorted tea and cocoa.
Lunches could include an Italian club torta sandwich, asiago bagels and Alaska lox, a curried tuna pita, crackers with genoa salami with a roasted red pepper goat cheese spread. Snack mixes and energy bars available throughout the day.
Dinners could include pasta carbonara, Alaska reindeer rotini, chicken and chipotle enchiladas, and more.
Vegetarian and special dietary requirements catered for on request.
Source to Sea Multisport
Kenai Fjords, Wrangell-St. Elias and Denali National Park multisport adventure
12 daysFrom $5,995
Anchorage, Chugach National Forest, Denali National Park, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park And Preserve, Prince William Sound and Kenai Fjords National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park
Small group tour
Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Water Sports, Kayaking, Active, Walking, Camping, Fishing, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Solo Travel
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Source to Sea Multisport
Kenai Fjords, Wrangell-St. Elias and Denali National Park multisport adventure
Anchorage, Chugach National Forest, Denali National Park, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park And Preserve, Prince William Sound and Kenai Fjords National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park
Activity
Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Water Sports, Kayaking, Active, Walking, Camping, Fishing, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Solo Travel
Tour Type
Small group tour
Physical Level
Mild
Season
June - August
Our signature Source to Sea Multisport adventure will allow you to sample the wonders of Alaska's national parks by hiking, fishing, kayaking, rafting, cruising, and flying through three of Alaska’s hallmark national parks. All while enjoying the comfort of nightly accommodations in some of Alaska’s most famous hotels, lodges, and B&B’s. If you want to actively experience and participate in the “real” Alaska, but would prefer not to camp, then this twelve day inclusive itinerary offers a quintessential Alaska adventure travel itinerary.
Accommodation
Most tours are camping-based, but may include some lodge accommodation.
With literally thousands of nights camped in the Alaska wilderness in all seasons, Alaska Alpine Adventures have refined camp craft to a science. Expedition quality tents, included trekking poles, group-size tarp shelters, and only the best cooking equipment accompany each and every trip.
Camping equipment
Tents and all necessary camping gear and equipment supplied.
Kayaking equipment is also provided, including inflatable kayaks, life jackets, paddles plus spares, repair kits, throw bags, and dry bags.
Internal flights
Domestic/internal scenic bush flights are included.
Ground transfers
All airport transfers in private cars and comfortable minivans.
Guided excursions
Professional guide service at a maximum 4:1 guest to guide ratio.
Some meals
Most meals included — see itinerary for more details.
Breakfasts include steel cut oats, scrambles, homemade granola and cereal, locally roasted coffee, assorted tea and cocoa.
Lunches could include an Italian club torta sandwich, asiago bagels and Alaska lox, a curried tuna pita, crackers with genoa salami with a roasted red pepper goat cheese spread. Snack mixes and energy bars available throughout the day.
Dinners could include pasta carbonara, Alaska reindeer rotini, chicken and chipotle enchiladas, and more.
Vegetarian and special dietary requirements catered for on request.
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