Ultimate Alaska Wildlife Safari
Ultimate Alaska Wildlife Safari
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Highlights
Sleep on a private island in Kenai Fjords National Park
Experience close encounters with grizzlies in Katmai National Park
Travel through immense landscapes of mountains, glaciers and lakes
Search for bears, wolves and moose in Denali National Park
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Overview
In the company of some of Alaska's top naturalist guides, head off the beaten track and into the Alaskan wilderness in search of adventure, epic landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Fully escorted by a qualified, dedicated and passionate natural history guide, this trip has been carefully designed to ensure some of the very best possible wildlife viewing opportunities that Alaska has to offer. With an average group size of just 14 passengers, you will be rewarded with a very personal experience as you explore this incredible state.
Although taking in many of the popular tourist attractions of Alaska, this itinerary offers a different and more intimate perspective. At Denali, stay in a lodge in the heart of the national park, with the chance to view wolves and grizzlies roaming the tundra long after the day visitors have left.
Explore the popular Kenai Fjords National Park on a small, private yacht for uninterrupted views of calving glaciers and marine wildlife, before heading to isolated Fox Island. With no other guests, your group will have exclusive use of the island for a memorable overnight stay.
Your tour ends with a floatplane flight to Katmai National Park, for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view Alaskan brown bears as they gather around Brooks Falls. You could be lucky enough to see up to 40 or 50 bears as they fish for salmon along a 1.5 mile stretch of the Brooks River.
Other highlights include a journey on the iconic Alaskan Railroad and a float trip by raft down the icy Placer River. From Fairbanks to Anchorage, taking in mountains, glaciers and endless wilderness in search of bears, wolves, whales and much more besides, this holiday offers an in-depth discovery of Alaska's natural wonders.
Responsible Travel
Since 2007 all Natural Habitat's trips and office operations have been completely carbon-neutral, making them the world's first 100% carbon-neutral travel company. Beginning in 2019 Natural Habitat are now offsetting all guests' flights to and from the starting point of their adventures.
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Itinerary
Day 1 Fairbanks
Your safari begins in Fairbanks, Alaska's second largest city and gateway to the Arctic north. The city retains its frontier flavour with pioneer saloons, paddle wheelers and outlying mining camps.
Your safari begins in Fairbanks, Alaska's second largest city and gateway to the Arctic north. The city retains its frontier flavour with pioneer saloons, paddle wheelers and outlying mining camps.
Day 2 Fairbanks - Denali National Park
This morning you'll drive south through boreal forest and along the Nenana River to Denali National Park. At 6 million acres, Denali is one of the world’s great wilderness preserves. The park's namesake is the highest peak in North America, towering 20,320 feet over the tundra and taiga below that provides habitat for wolves, grizzlies, moose and caribou. Formerly known as Mt. McKinley, its Athabascan Native name 'Denali' means 'The Great One'. The remainder of your day is at leisure, perhaps enjoy a nature walk or some time to relax and soak up your surrounds.
This morning you'll drive south through boreal forest and along the Nenana River to Denali National Park. At 6 million acres, Denali is one of the world’s great wilderness preserves. The park's namesake is the highest peak in North America, towering 20,320 feet over the tundra and taiga below that provides habitat for wolves, grizzlies, moose and caribou. Formerly known as Mt. McKinley, its Athabascan Native name 'Denali' means 'The Great One'. The remainder of your day is at leisure, perhaps enjoy a nature walk or some time to relax and soak up your surrounds.
Day 3 Denali National Park
From your remote base 90 miles inside the park, you'll have time and space to encounter genuine wilderness. Hiking, mountain biking, fishing and optional flightseeing over the glaciers of Denali are available. The climate and environment of Alaska's interior at this latitude is harsh much of the year, and it takes a vast amount of habitat to sustain animals. Wildlife encounters thus tend to be fleeting, though always thrilling.
From your remote base 90 miles inside the park, you'll have time and space to encounter genuine wilderness. Hiking, mountain biking, fishing and optional flightseeing over the glaciers of Denali are available. The climate and environment of Alaska's interior at this latitude is harsh much of the year, and it takes a vast amount of habitat to sustain animals. Wildlife encounters thus tend to be fleeting, though always thrilling.
Day 4 Denali National Park - Talkeetna
Depart for the park entrance by road this morning, keeping a close eye out for moose, caribou, grizzly bears and other resident wildlife. At midday board the Alaska Railroad for a classic train journey through Alaska's rugged interior. Your route through the Alaska Range climbs above tree line over Broad Pass, then descends to follow the Susitna River to historic village of Talkeetna, where you will disembark for the night. The rustic town, founded a century ago as the district headquarters for the new railroad, sits at the confluence of three rivers and enjoys a striking panorama of Mt. Denali and adjacent peaks. An outdoor recreation mecca, the town's economy today thrives on rafting, flightseeing, mountain biking, hiking, camping, fishing and hunting, and it is also the main base for climbing expeditions to Denali. After dinner there's time to stroll the compact downtown, whose buildings dating to the early 1900s have been designated a National Historic Site.
Depart for the park entrance by road this morning, keeping a close eye out for moose, caribou, grizzly bears and other resident wildlife. At midday board the Alaska Railroad for a classic train journey through Alaska's rugged interior. Your route through the Alaska Range climbs above tree line over Broad Pass, then descends to follow the Susitna River to historic village of Talkeetna, where you will disembark for the night. The rustic town, founded a century ago as the district headquarters for the new railroad, sits at the confluence of three rivers and enjoys a striking panorama of Mt. Denali and adjacent peaks. An outdoor recreation mecca, the town's economy today thrives on rafting, flightseeing, mountain biking, hiking, camping, fishing and hunting, and it is also the main base for climbing expeditions to Denali. After dinner there's time to stroll the compact downtown, whose buildings dating to the early 1900s have been designated a National Historic Site.
Day 5 Talkeetna - Girdwood
Continue south, eventually reaching the coast and following Turnagain Arm to Girdwood and Alyeska Resort, Alaska's premier ski area, where a host of exciting summer activities is also available. Set in a lush glacial valley in the Chugach Range southeast of Anchorage, Alyeska offers nature and luxury in tandem. Explore the northernmost temperate rain forest in North America, or choose an optional tram ride to the alpine summit with vistas of the ice-bound peaks and inlet far below.
Continue south, eventually reaching the coast and following Turnagain Arm to Girdwood and Alyeska Resort, Alaska's premier ski area, where a host of exciting summer activities is also available. Set in a lush glacial valley in the Chugach Range southeast of Anchorage, Alyeska offers nature and luxury in tandem. Explore the northernmost temperate rain forest in North America, or choose an optional tram ride to the alpine summit with vistas of the ice-bound peaks and inlet far below.
Prices and Departures
Price from £11,766 excluding flights
Airfares start from around £1,000 per person and are quoted separately to the holiday price. When enquiring, our Travel Specialists will provide the best fare possible from your preferred airline / airport.
What's Included
- Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom
- All meals (except 2 dinners)
- Kayaking at Fox Island
- Domestic flights
- Alaska Railroad as per itinerary
- Services of Expedition Leader, local guides and lodge staff
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Permits and entrance fees
- 24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
- No surcharge guarantee
- Full financial protection
From prices per person
| Date | Duration | Twin Price (pp) | Special Interest |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Jun 2021 | 12 nights | £11,766 | |
| 22 Jun 2021 * | 12 nights | £11,766 | |
| 24 Jun 2021 * | 12 nights | £11,766 | |
| 26 Jun 2021 * | 12 nights | £11,766 | Photo Tour |
| 29 Jun 2021 | 12 nights | £11,766 | |
| 01 Jul 2021 * | 12 nights | £11,766 | |
| 03 Jul 2021 | 12 nights | £11,766 | |
| 06 Jul 2021 | 12 nights | £11,766 | |
| 08 Jul 2021 * | 12 nights | £11,766 | |
| 10 Jul 2021 | 12 nights | £11,766 | Photo Tour |
| 13 Jul 2021 | 12 nights | £11,766 | |
| 17 Jul 2021 | 12 nights | £11,766 | Wildflower Season |
| 20 Jul 2021 | 12 nights | £11,766 | Photo Tour / Wildflower Season |
| 24 Jul 2021 * | 12 nights | £11,766 | Wildflower Season |
| 24 Aug 2021 * | 12 nights | £11,766 | Photo Tour |
| 26 Aug 2021 | 12 nights | £11,766 | |
| 28 Aug 2021 | 12 nights | £11,766 |
* These departures include a stay at rustic Brooks Lodge, a stone's throw from Katmai National Park's famous Brooks Falls. All other departures stay at Gold Creek Lodge in King Salmon, a 20 minute scenic floatplane transfer from Brooks Falls.
Photo Tours: The designated Photo Tours differ slightly to the standard itinerary, to allow additional photo opportunities. On these departures your Expedition Leader will share photography tips and guidance with their in-depth knowledge, while also remaining close at hand to ensure the safety and comfort of the group. Group Size: Minimum group size: 1 Maximum group size: 14
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