8, Alaska

Alaska,United States of America

Alaska is the largest state in the United States of America. Separated from the rest of the country, Alaska lies on the Arctic Circle. It is still the least densely populated state in the union and for a long time was home to the lowest population. There have many people live in Alaska because it is peaceful and beautiful and all of the top ten highest mountains in the USA. Alaska is also an out-of-the-way and costly destination for anybody tripping through the rest of the country. Once there you’ll find accommodations expensive, bus and train options meager and much of the state road-less and inaccessible. But once there, even on a short side trip, you’ll marvel at this amazing land and begin plotting your return. Alaska is big, beautiful and wildly bountiful. Far away, rurally isolated and very expensive. Alaska is a traveller’s dilemma. There are few places in the world with the grandeur and breathtaking beauty of Alaska. 

Denali National Park and Preserve

Denali National Park and Preserve – whether climbing or admiring, the crowning jewel of the highest peak of North America is the fear of inspiring 20,320 foot Mount McKinley

Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve – travelling through this vast wilderness you will discover craggy ridges, valleys carved by glaciers and fragile flowers

Kenai Fjords National Park is a land where the ice age still lingers. It is most easily accessible from the town of Seward, Alaska. Traveller can take flight into Seward Airport and then go to Kenai Fjords National Park.

Things to do

There are many things to do when travelling to Alaska. If you are the adventurous type then Alaska will be a great place to go. You can go hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, and expeditions to see the wildlife of Alaska like wolves, whales, moose, and bears. There are also month-long expeditions to the top of Mt. McKinley.

Adventure

1. Back country and Hiking

 

Alaska is full of outdoor adventures, from the mild to the wild. Picnic near an Ice Age glacier or raft a raging river. Experience gold rush excitement aboard a stern-wheeler or try your hand fishing for Alaska’s world-class halibut and salmon. Skim the wilderness in a "bush" plane or helicopter. Or take a trip over some of the most breathtaking mountains in North America. Drive for miles beside a turquoise glacier-fed river.

2. Wildlife viewing 

The pristine wilderness of Alaska is, perhaps, the last vestige of thriving populations of North American wildlife. Where else can you see polar bears, bald eagles, blue and humpbacked whales, gray wolves, grizzly bears, lynx, moose, and hundreds of other rare and endangered species in their original and undisturbed natural habitats?

Kenai Fjords Tours is Alaska’s best wildlife and glacier cruise has been exploring Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park for more than 30 years. We have the largest day cruise fleet in South central Alaska and experienced captains who provide helpful narration throughout the tour.

Select from Alaska's best wildlife viewing operators to plan a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife adventure!

3. Dog sled ride

For the seasoned outdoor expert, Alaska is teeming with the opportunities for the rugged, backcountry treks. Whether you prefer to hike on an ice age glacier, skim the wilderness in a "bush" plane or take a dog sled ride, you'll find plenty of options to experience the Alaska you've always dreamed about. The state's many famous rivers, lakes and protected coastal waters offer the chance to experience rafting, kayaking or jet boat rides from mild to wild. No matter what your interest, you're sure to find some adventures tailor-made for you.

TRAVEL WITHIN ALASKA: BY CAR RV MOTORHOME

Driving in Alaska allows you the freedom to explore the Last Frontier at your own pace. Scenic views of towering mountains and sparkling glaciers and waterways are abundant along Alaska’s highways, as well as up-close encounters with wildlife like sheep, eagles and moose. Many popular destinations and visitor attractions in Alaska are primarily accessible by highway, including Denali National Park and Preserve, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, Kenai National Wildlife Refuge and more.