Epic Alaskan Adventure Sport
Alaska, United States of AmericaThe sheer scale and vast beauty of Alaska will take your breath away. Offering endless inspiration for outdoor adventures, this wildlife-rich natural playground makes a fantastic destination for off-the-beaten-track experiences. For a taste of Alaska's pristine wilderness, iconic wildlife and thrilling activities, this two-lodge trip will not disappoint. From heli-hiking, to bear viewing, whale watching and world-class fishing, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Journey highlights
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Customise the trip by choosing the sports and adventure activities that most appeal. Led by expert naturalists, guides, and outdoor adventure specialists, choose from hiking, biking, kayaking, caving, fishing, whale watching, wildlife spotting, cookery lessons and yoga.
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Soar across the spectacular scenery with a helicopter adventure of your choice. From heli-hiking, glacier trekking, heli-fishing, and heli-rafting, enjoy the chance to access destinations only accessible by air, for one-of-a-kind Alaskan adventures.
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Relish the opportunity to enjoy the authentic Alaskan lifestyle with a stay at two lodges in two distinct geographical locations. For marine adventures, the Lodge at Whale Pass will not disappoint, while Winterlake Lodge is all about the mountains and helicopter-led expeditions.
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Take a flightseeing floatplane over the Tordrillo Mountains and Triumvirate Glacier, before meeting the bears at Redoubt Bay Bear Sanctuary as they forage, feed, and roam the coastline.
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- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination
- Your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
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When to visit
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Alaska is best visited during the summer months (May to September), when the days are longest and the temperatures are at their peak. This season is ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, rafting and flightseeing and also coincides with the salmon run and the best times to travel to the wilderness regions.
Itinerary
Alaska
Upon your arrival at Ketchikan Airport, you will be met and accompanied to the adjacent floatplane dock for a scenic 40-minute floatplane flight to the remote Lodge at Whale Pass on the northern end of Prince of Wales Island. For the following four nights you will stay in one of the spacious and well-appointed Lodge Rooms, enjoying the chance to create your own Alaskan adventure from a wide range of activities.
Located close to the Tongass Forest and surrounded by mountains, glaciers, rivers, lakes and caves, the Lodge provides access to an abundance of wildlife, along with plenty of scope for outdoor fun. There is an extensive Adventure Menu from which to personalise your own itinerary and all activities are led by experienced naturalists, experts, and outdoor adventure specialists.
From whale and bear watching to forest hiking, mountain biking, glacier viewing, kayaking, and caving at El Capitan, Alaska’s largest known cave, there is adventure aplenty. Wildlife lovers will enjoy the chance to see bears, whales, sea otters, sea lions, blacktail deer, wolves, and eagles in their natural habitat. While the marine-rich waters of the Inside Passage ensure the salmon and halibut fishing is world-class. At the end of an action-packed day, recharge in the onsite spa with a massage, a sauna and a soak in the hot tub overlooking Whale Pass Bay.
Accommodation: The Lodge at Whale Pass ( 4 nights )
Anchorage
After lunch on your final day at the Lodge, you’ll board a floatplane for the return journey to Ketchikan, to catch an Alaska Airlines flight to Anchorage. You’ll be met at the airport for the transfer to the Hotel Captain Cook, to spend the night in a Junior Suite. Tonight, you are free to explore the many and varied restaurants of the city to sample the local cuisine.
Alternatively, the hotel offers fine dining at the Crow’s Nest with French and New American dishes, along with an extensive wine list and panoramic views over the Cook Inlet and Chugach Mountains. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, fitness centre, sauna and steam room and the hotel boasts a private art collection chronicling the adventures of Captain James Cook, who famously mapped the Alaskan coastline.
Accommodation: Hotel Captain Cook ( 1 night )
Denali and Alaskan Wilderness
Today begins with an early morning pick-up for a floatplane flight to Winterlake Lodge. A luxury wilderness lodge, sitting on the quiet shores of Winter Lake, owners Carl and Kirsten Dixon have created a wonderful haven of relaxation and sustainable adventure. For the following three nights, you will stay in one of five cosy Cabins, providing the perfect opportunity to experience the endless wilderness and beauty of Alaska, as well as indulge in a range of sports and activities. The small nature of the lodge ensures an intimate and convivial ambience. Kirsten is an acclaimed and accomplished chef and the food served at Winterlake is exceptionally good, based on local, fresh, and organic produce.
Winterlake is on the site of a former hunting camp and since the couple have ceased all hunting activities, the wildlife has returned to the area, with large populations of bear, moose, wolverine, and wolves, among others. The lodge also sits on the Iditarod National Historic Trail, serving as the Finger Lake checkpoint for the famous Iditarod sled dog race. The trail makes for great hiking as does the adjacent Wolverine Mountain. The Wolverine Ridge Trail rewards hikers with wildlife spotting and glorious views of Mount Denali. Along with guided hiking, guests can engage with an array of activities including kayaking, canoeing, yoga, and cookery classes.
Your final full day at Winterlake includes a thrilling helicopter adventure, allowing you to appreciate and explore the pristine backcountry surrounding the lodge. Choose from several options including heli-fishing, heli-rafting on the wild waters of the Happy River, heli-hiking to a glacier ridge, glacier trekking or the unique experience of dining on Wolverine Ridge.
Anchorage
On leaving the lodge, you will take a flightseeing floatplane through the Tordrillo Mountains and Triumvirate Glacier to Redoubt Bay Bear Sanctuary. Accompanied by a trained naturalist, you’ll enjoy a bear viewing boat trip for a close, but safe view of brown bears feeding, foraging, and meandering along the shoreline. Later that afternoon, you’ll board another floatplane for the flight back to Lake Hood, where you’ll be transferred back to Hotel Captain Cook for your final night.
After a fantastic experience enjoying the magnificent Alaskan scenery and adventure activities, the following day, your driver will take you to Anchorage International Airport for the flight home.
Accommodation: Hotel Captain Cook ( 1 night )
Call us on 020 3813 3729 to start planning your holiday.
Price Guide: ( based on double occupancy and includes international flights)
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| May 2024 | GBP £25,000 | GBP £3,700 | plan your trip |
| June 2024 | GBP £25,000 | GBP £3,700 | plan your trip |
| July 2024 | GBP £25,000 | GBP £3,700 | plan your trip |
| August 2024 | GBP £25,000 | GBP £3,700 | plan your trip |
| September 2024 | GBP £25,000 | GBP £3,700 | plan your trip |
| October 2024 | GBP £25,000 | GBP £3,700 | plan your trip |
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May 2024
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- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £25,000
Deposit from*GBP £3,700
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June 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £25,000
Deposit from*GBP £3,700
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July 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £25,000
Deposit from*GBP £3,700
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August 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £25,000
Deposit from*GBP £3,700
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September 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £25,000
Deposit from*GBP £3,700
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October 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £25,000
Deposit from*GBP £3,700
- plan your trip
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Design your Alaskan adventures from an extensive choice of options at The Lodge at Whale Pass. From wildlife viewing to fishing, exploring the glaciers, trails, and shoreline, as well as enjoying numerous outdoor activities, the opportunities are endless.
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When to visit
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Alaska is best visited during the summer months (May to September), when the days are longest and the temperatures are at their peak. This season is ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, rafting and flightseeing and also coincides with the salmon run and the best times to travel to the wilderness regions.
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itineraryis a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you. Call us on 020 3813 3729 to start planning your holiday.
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