Alaska Alsek River RaftingA Wilderness Float Through the Last Frontier
A Wilderness Float Through the Last Frontier
Ride 160 miles down the Alsek River, through the largest contiguous protected wilderness in the world. Raft Class II-IV rapids watching glaciers calve into the water and spotting spectacular wildlife. Camp riverside and enjoy delicious meals while listening to river lore around the campfire. Take a helicopter portage over a risky stretch of river, and float past dense canyon forests. With raw nature on display at every bend, this is a unique pilgrimage for thrill-seekers, through one of the last great frontiers.
Please note that the itinerary may vary, depending on river and weather conditions, and group abilities.
- Float past the largest icebergs in all of Glacier Bay National Park and raft Class II-IV rapids
- Take an exciting helicopter portage for a bird's-eye of the Alsek's treacherous Turn Back Canyon
- Enjoy meals and legends told around crackling campfire each night, beneath star-studded Alaskan skies
Arrive:
Haines, Alaska
Depart:
Yakutat, Alaska
Price: from $5,995
Duration:
13 Days
Departures:
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Group Size:
7-12 Guests
Min Age:
16 yrs
Activity:
This is a moderate to strenuous river rafting trip. You should be comfortable rafting up to 15 miles over the course of 4 hours per day for 11 days on class II - IV rapids. Previous river rafting experience is recommended, and you should be in good physical condition. Due to the remote nature of this trip, no vehicle support is available during our activities.
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