Things To Do in Alaska
Alaska is the land of superlatives: largest national park, highest peak, longest coastline, biggest state, longest day and night. The list goes on, and with all of these unparalleled characteristics, you'd be hard pressed to cover even a fraction of this place in a typical one- or two-week vacation period. The 49th state offers so many things to do and see, you could vacation here for the rest of your life and never have the same experience twice.
From ATVs to ziplines and everything in between, Alaska has the adventure for you. Experience Alaska’s diverse wildlife, from bear viewing to birding. Explore the vast landscapes on guided and self-guided hiking, backcountry camping, glacier trekking, skiing, and biking trips. Experience Alaska’s coastline, rivers, and lakes in vessels of all shapes and sizes, from stand up paddleboards to jet boats to private cruises. Land a trophy salmon or halibut on a fishing charter and then sample Alaska’s local seafood, produce, and brews on a culinary tour. Learn about Alaska Native culture and marvel at the shimmering northern lights. And that’s the tip of the iceberg when it comes to things to do in Alaska. If you're looking for a deal, check out our Travel Specials for discounts on activities, accommodations, transportation, and packages.
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Alaska's most scenic glacier & river trips. Chugach Adventures offers rafting & kayaking from Anchorage, Girdwood, Portage, or Whittier via the...
Join Alaska Wildland Adventures for Kenai River rafting and fishing trips based from our Kenai Riverside Lodge in Cooper Landing, Alaska. Our...
Visit the home and kennel of Iditarod musher Mike Santos. Learn what it is like to live with the world’s greatest athletes as you visit with our...
Zip up that dry suit and grab that paddle, Alaska's waters await! Find, compare, and book the finest kayak and raft tours with Alaska Tour &...
Make Unforgettable Memories with Denali Park's First Rafting Company on the Stunning Nenana River! Looking for the ultimate adventure in Denali...
Sunny Cove Kayaking offers half-day, full-day and multi-day adventures into Resurrection Bay, Fox Island, and Kenai Fjords National Park. Each...
Go dog sledding year-round near Anchorage. 7x Best of Alaska award winner for both "Best Winter Adventure Tour Company" (2018-2022) AND "Best...
A passion for Alaskan glacier and wildlife tours and the Prince William Sound Wilderness define Anadyr Adventures, the original and still the...
NOVA Alaska Guides is Alaska’s original whitewater rafting and glacier tour company, family-owned for over 50 years and just 2 hours from...
Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime Alaskan adventure. We offer dog sled overnight camping trips in the beautiful White Mountains north of Fairbanks...
Go dog sledding with a top-ten Iditarod team near Anchorage. We offer year-round tours and sled rides with Denali views on our secluded, private...
Experience the wild beauty of Alaska with our guided kayaking adventures in Palmer, Alaska. Nestled amid stunning mountain ranges, glacier-fed...
Spirit Walker Expeditions is a locally guide-owned and operated company with over 35 years of experience leading sea kayaking trips throughout...
Immerse yourself in Southeast Alaska's breathtaking underwater world as you snorkel the calm and clear waters of Mountain Point in Ketchikan. You...
Alaska Rivers Company is one of the longest established outfitters on the Upper Kenai River, providing scenic rafting and guided fishing tours on...
Hidden away between Anchorage and the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, sits the glacier fed, turquoise waters of Eklutna Lake. The lake is nestled in...
Immerse yourself in a real long distance racing kennel! Owned and operate by Iditarod veterans, Jeff Deeter and KattiJo Deeter. Come meet our...
A true Alaskan adventure! Witness the wonders of Juneau’s Norris Glacier through the eyes of an Iditarod musher. On this once-in-a-lifetime...
Double Shovel Outfitters is a local and guide owned company offering custom scenic float trips in remote Alaska. Our float trips meander down...
Enjoy a warm welcome and experience a true Alaskan lifestyle at Husky Homestead—home of Iditarod Champion, Jeff King. Husky Homestead is widely...
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