Alaska’s National Parks are true wilderness parks; most of them are rarely visited and stunningly beautiful. Our northwestern Alaska National Park trip visits Cape Krusenstern, Kobuk Valley National Park, and Gates of the Arctic National Park in a single fun filled trip.
Beginning high in the tundra, the Wind River flows beneath limestone spires, past glacial lakes, and finally through the boreal forests of northern Alaska. Autumn on the Wind offers clear cold nights, aurora viewing, fall colors, and excellent hiking. Join us for fun paddling and wildlife watching in the Brooks Range this fall.
Looking for complete immersion in Alaska’s most remote and wild region? Northern Gates of the Arctic offers its few visitors unparalleled wilderness and unmatched beauty. Paddle the Nigu and explore the very heart of the Brooks Range.
Single person packrafts allow us to explore the wildest portions of Alaska and to fish where few have ever cast a line. This week-long adventure in Northwest Alaska has it all: fun packrafting, mountain hiking, and outstanding fishing.
The best way to watch bears is to immerse yourself in the wilderness. There is no better place to do that than on the coast of Katmai National Park, where bears crowd into salmon streams and laze in the lush flowery meadows. Spend your days amongst the bears, who could care less that you are…
Alaska’s National Parks are true wilderness parks; most of them are both rarely visited and stunningly beautiful. Our National Park trip visits both Kobuk Valley National Park and Gates of the Arctic National Park in a single fun filled trip.
The Thomsen River on Banks Island in Canada’s Northwest Territories is the northernmost navigable river in the world. Join us for an outrageous adventure in the high arctic. You will see muskoxen and wildflowers further north than you ever imagined you would go.
The Firth River plunges from the Brooks Range to the Arctic Coast in Canada’s Yukon Territory in a frothy torrent. Though just miles from Alaska’s Kongakut River in Alaska, the Firth features unique geology, outstanding hiking, significant whitewater, and the most northerly spruce forests in North America. A truly epic river trip!
Alaska’s arctic is a land of extreme beauty, and the Romanzof Mountains in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge are the steepest and most dramatic part of the whole Brooks Range. Abundant wildlife, free flowing rivers, and unnamed mountains delight and inspire backpackers.
Each and every summer the Porcupine River caribou herd congregates in northern Alaska for one of the world’s most inspiring wildlife migrations. By late June, the herd swells to nearly 225,000 animals and we regularly see thousands and even tens of thousands of caribou climbing tundra ridges and swimming icy rivers.
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There is no place quite like the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge when the sun shines day and night on the endless rolling tundra, and the frozen ground bursts with flowers and bird song. Join us for a five day Alaska Wilderness League base camp trip in the Arctic Refuge and experience wilderness solitude at its best.
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There is no place quite like the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge when the sun shines day and night on the endless rolling tundra, and the frozen ground bursts with flowers and bird song. Join us for a five day Alaska Wilderness League base camp trip in the Arctic Refuge and experience wilderness solitude at its…
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The Arctic is vast and wild with an amazing diversity of landscapes and wildlife. We could never see all of it in a week (or even a lifetime) but this one of a kind trip aims to show you some of the most beautiful, wildlife rich and imperiled portions of the Alaskan Arctic.
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This trip aims to show you the best of Northwest Alaska by spending 3 nights in the western Brooks Range where we hope caribou will be migrating and 1 night in Kobuk Dunes.
The Kongakut River is famous for dramatic mountain scenery, fun wilderness rafting and frequent wildlife encounters. We will paddle the Kongakut this August as summer gives way to fall and the river is teeming with fish. Autumn brings glorious yellow and crimson to the tundra and brilliant displays of the Aurora borealis overhead. The hiking…
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Mountains to Sea Packrafting trip for Matt Sanborn and Friends.
If you are looking to get off the beaten path, look no further than Gates of the Arctic National Park where the only trails are wildlife trails and the only people in the area are your companions. This private backpacking trip in a forgotten corner of Gates of the Arctic features exquisite mountain scenery and…
Join Arctic Wild for a wilderness adventure in Alaska’s far north. Spring on the Noatak can’t be beat. With birds arriving from around the world, snow melting under the spring sun, and the tundra turning green before your eyes, June is a special time to explore Gates of the Arctic National Park.
Immerse yourself in the wild landscape of the central Brooks Range at the peak of summer. Our five day base camp trip allows you to relish the solitude and serenity of the America’s northernmost wilderness in the company of experienced wilderness guides and your family. Day hikes, stream fishing, and chances to see wildlife make…
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On the northern edge of Gates of the Arctic National Park flows the clear and fascinating Killik River. Its glacial valley is broad between towering peaks and there is something to discover around every corner.
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Enjoy big wilderness and big views in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park this summer. From our comfortable camp on the flanks of a volcano we can explore the surrounding mountains and glaciers, search for Dall sheep, and simply enjoy the solitude and wilderness of this mountain kingdom.
The Aichilik River is a beautiful clear river traversing the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The trip starts in the foothills of the Brooks Range and ends at the frozen Arctic Ocean, allowing visitors to experience a great diversity of wildlife and habitats. The trip is timed to experience spring in all…
Alaska’s National Parks are true wilderness parks; most of them are both rarely visited and stunningly beautiful. On this exploration of the Northwest Arctic we will visit Kobuk Valley, Gates of the Arctic, Noatak, and Cape Krusenstern National Parks on a fun filled trip for Mary, David and friends.
Start with a short hike in the northern most Brooks Range. Then paddle your own packraft down a challenging river to the Arctic Coast and stand on the sea ice! Join us this summer solstice for this unique Mountains to the Sea packrafting adventure.
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From the brilliant cold of the Altai Mountains to the warmth of traditional Nomad’s tea shared with new friends, our journey in Mongolia mixes a horse and camel trek, hiking, wilderness, culture, and wildlife with lots of room for spontaneity and adventure. This trip explores three different areas in western Mongolia with a trek in…
The Aichilik River is a beautiful clear river traversing the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The trip starts in the foothills of the Brooks Range and ends at the frozen Arctic Ocean, allowing visitors to experience a great diversity of wildlife and habitats. The trip is timed to experience spring in all…