{"id":26592,"date":"2021-05-08T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-07T22:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures?p=26592&#038;preview=true&#038;preview_id=26592"},"modified":"2024-09-21T00:46:34","modified_gmt":"2024-09-20T14:46:34","slug":"alaska-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/alaska-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything you need to know about travel in Alaska"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>UPDATED: This article was originally published in May 2018.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It\u2019s one of the world\u2019s most spectacular wilderness destinations, but there\u2019s so much to see and do in <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/united-states\/alaska\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alaska<\/a> that planning a first-time trip can feel overwhelming.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From what to pack to the best places to go, here\u2019s everything you need to know before booking a visit to the <a href=\"\/north-america\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">largest US state<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to go<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone size-full wp-image-26863\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_denali-national-park_landscape-forest-view.jpg\" alt=\"Denali National Park, Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-26863\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_denali-national-park_landscape-forest-view.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_denali-national-park_landscape-forest-view-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_denali-national-park_landscape-forest-view-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_denali-national-park_landscape-forest-view-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Denali National Park. Photo by Ami Parikh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless you have a month or two up your sleeve, you\u2019ll need to be selective with your Alaska itinerary. For those flying in to Anchorage, destinations including the Kenai Peninsula, Prince William Sound, Denali National Park and the Exit Glacier top most must-visit lists. All regions could be wrapped into a two-to-three week itinerary, though many visitors chose two or three key areas to explore in a shorter time frame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also fly into Juneau, Alaska\u2019s remote capital, and take whale-watching and glacier-viewing excursions from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re transiting through Anchorage, don\u2019t miss the excellent Alaska Native Heritage Center, the Anchorage Museum, and a visit to a microbrewery such as 49<sup>th<\/sup> State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/ca\/united-states\/kenai-discovery-136619\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>DISCOVER ALASKA&#8217;S BEAUTY ON OUR KENAI DISCOVERY TOUR<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to do<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone size-full wp-image-26867\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_prince-william-sound_traveller-kayak-landscape.jpg\" alt=\"Kayaking in Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-26867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_prince-william-sound_traveller-kayak-landscape.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_prince-william-sound_traveller-kayak-landscape-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_prince-william-sound_traveller-kayak-landscape-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_prince-william-sound_traveller-kayak-landscape-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Kayaking in Prince William Sound. Photo by oksana.perkins<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alaska is the ultimate destination for outdoor adventure, from hiking to kayaking to glacier walking. About two-and-a-half hours drive south of Anchorage, Kenai Fjords National Park is the state\u2019s smallest, but offers some of the best opportunities to explore Alaska\u2019s rich glacial landscape. Just a 10-minute drive from Seward, you can view (and even go hiking on) Alaska\u2019s famous Exit Glacier. Seward is also the jumping-off point for kayaking experiences around protected Resurrection Bay (part of the national park), where all manner of marine life can be spotted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone size-full wp-image-26861\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_anchorage_bird-ridge-hiking.jpg\" alt=\"Hiking in Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-26861\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_anchorage_bird-ridge-hiking.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_anchorage_bird-ridge-hiking-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_anchorage_bird-ridge-hiking-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_anchorage_bird-ridge-hiking-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Hiking on Bird Ridge trail. Photo by Kim Lloyd.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Excellent kayaking can also be had around Homer, about three-and-a-half hours drive south of Seward, while Whittier (at the top of the Kenai Peninsula) and Valdez (on the northeast shore of Prince William Sound) are the key access points for kayaking adventures around the Sound. Available as an optional activity on this tour, a Columbia Glacier kayaking day trip is an absolute must-do in Valdez.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center post-title single-post-title\"><a href=\"\/adventures\/how-to-visit-alaskas-most-magnificent-glaciers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>RELATED: HOW TO VISIT ALASKA\u2019S MOST MAGNIFICENT GLACIERS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wildlife you\u2019ll see<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone wp-image-26862 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_brown-bear-trout-fishing.jpg\" alt=\"Brown bears in Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-26862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_brown-bear-trout-fishing.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_brown-bear-trout-fishing-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_brown-bear-trout-fishing-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_brown-bear-trout-fishing-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Gone fishin&#8217;. Photo by Galyna Andrushko<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you came to Alaska to see wildlife, you won\u2019t leave disappointed \u2013 but be prepared to work for it. The Kenai Peninsula is one of the most accessible spots to observe brown bears during the summer months \u2013 try Hidden Creek, between Copper Landing and Sterling, or Humpy Creek down near Homer. It\u2019s a little more difficult to secure the classic shot of bears catching salmon in their mouths in Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park, which is only accessible by boat and plane (as is nearby Kodiak Island for its endemic Kodiak bears), but if you\u2019re lucky, you may spot brown bears feasting on salmon at any number of Alaskan waterways during the summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denali National Park and Wrangell-St Elias National Park are also havens for big game including moose, caribou, Dall\u2019s sheep, and more. If you don\u2019t spot any in the wild, consider dropping by the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre south of Anchorage, where you can easily view orphaned and injured wildlife from bison to bobcats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone wp-image-26865 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_moose.jpg\" alt=\"Two moose in the snow\" class=\"wp-image-26865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_moose.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_moose-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_moose-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_moose-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Locking horns. Photo by Rocky Grimes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For marine life, Prince William Sound, Kenai Fjords National Park and Glacier Bay National Park are the key hotspots, all of which harbour a smorgasbord of critters including sea otters, seals, sea lions, sea otters, Dall\u2019s porpoise, several species of whale, clown-faced puffins, and more. Fly-in polar bear viewing tours on Alaska\u2019s Arctic coast are also possible from Fairbanks and Coldfoot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center post-title single-post-title\"><a href=\"\/adventures\/alaska-national-parks-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>RELATED: THE CALL OF THE WILD: OUR GUIDE TO ALASKA\u2019S TOP 5 NATIONAL PARKS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When to visit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone wp-image-26868 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_seward_resurrection-bay-waves.jpg\" alt=\"Resurrection Bay, Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-26868\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_seward_resurrection-bay-waves.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_seward_resurrection-bay-waves-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_seward_resurrection-bay-waves-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_seward_resurrection-bay-waves-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Resurrection Bay. Photo by Chloe Milne<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Mid-May to mid-September is Alaska\u2019s key tourist season. The weather is generally warm, wildlife is active, and most tourist services are operational. Services drop off dramatically outside these times (and roads can become icy), but the winter months make way for other activities, such as heli-skiing and dogsledding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to pack<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even at the height of summer, the weather in Alaska can turn quickly. Wet weather gear is essential (a rain jacket and pants are more effective than an umbrella), as are sturdy (ideally waterproof) walking shoes, and plenty of layers. Be vigilant with sunscreen on glacier walks, as snow reflects up to 80 per cent of UV radiation. Bug spray will also come in handy, and if you\u2019re planning any wilderness hiking or camping, you may wish to consider purchasing bear spray, which works like capsicum spray. If you\u2019re hoping to snag your own salmon, don\u2019t forget to purchase a fishing permit from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/subscribe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>SUBSCRIBE TO INTREPID\u2019S NEWSLETTER FOR TRAVEL TIPS, COMPETITIONS, GIVEAWAYS &amp; MORE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Top tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wilderness smarts: <\/strong>Whether you\u2019re joining a tour or travelling independently, it\u2019s imperative to clue up on bear safety and responsible hiking, kayaking and camping practices. Abiding by the \u2018leave no trace\u2019 philosophy will ensure your visit doesn\u2019t harm the pristine environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Money and tipping:<\/strong> Alaska\u2019s relative isolation drives up prices across the board, with many visitors opting to camp and self-cater (at more than 400 campsites!) to keep costs down. Alaska follows standard US tipping culture \u2013 around 15% for a sit-down meal, US$1-2 per drink ordered at a bar, and US$1-2 for assistance with your luggage. The average tip for a tour guide is 10-20% of the tour cost per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone wp-image-26864 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_kenai-peninsula_glacier-ice-landscape.jpg\" alt=\"Kenai Peninsula, Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-26864\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_kenai-peninsula_glacier-ice-landscape.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_kenai-peninsula_glacier-ice-landscape-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_kenai-peninsula_glacier-ice-landscape-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-usa_alaska_kenai-peninsula_glacier-ice-landscape-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>The glacier at Kenai Fjords National Park. Photo by Urszula Kargol<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Driving:<\/strong> Alaska may be full of oil, yet fuel stations can be several hundred kilometres apart. It\u2019s worth taking an extra can of fuel if you\u2019re self-driving, and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for wildlife, which often strays out onto the road. You\u2019ll need snow tires or chains, experience driving on ice, and the appropriate insurance if you\u2019re planning to venture up the Dalton Highway, or road trip just about anywhere in the state outside the summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eating:<\/strong> Like fuel stations, places to eat can be few and far between in more remote locations, and many restaurants have short opening hours. While vegetarians shouldn\u2019t have a problem travelling in Alaska, most menus are meat-heavy, and fresh produce is not always available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Up for an Alaskan adventure? Check out our range of <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/united-states\/alaska\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">small group adventures in Alaska<\/a> now.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Where to go, what to do, what to pack &#8211; and more &#8211; all wrapped up in a neat little article. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15946,"featured_media":26866,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[455,1313],"tags":[70,1267,1107,423,69,330,292],"class_list":["post-26592","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-feature","category-guides","tag-alaska","tag-glaciers","tag-hiking","tag-north-america","tag-united-states","tag-usa","tag-wildlife","ipf_theme-walking-trekking","ipf_theme-wildlife","ipf_region-united-states"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.3.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Alaska Travel Guide: Everything You Need To Know | Intrepid Travel Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"It\u2019s one of the world\u2019s most spectacular wilderness destinations, but there\u2019s so much to see and do in Alaska that planning a first-time trip can feel overwhelming. 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