4 Hour Off-Trail Hiking Tour in Denali

Overview

Adventure. Authenticity. Exploration. This tour embodies these ideas. Leave the trails and cookie-cutter tours behind to go off-trail into the magical boreal forest just outside of Denali National Park.

Put on your future-shoes for a moment. Your feet sink into the deep moss that carpets the forest floor. It feels like walking on a memory foam mattress. Your guide hands you a handful wild blueberries. They’re tastier than the ones you bought at the store. The flavors wash over your tongue as your guide tells you about the nutritional benefits.

From the corner of your eye you spot movement! A snowshoe hare. It hasn’t lost its ivory-white winter coat yet. Your guide decides to change course and follow the hare. Why not? You’re not on a trail.

Now drag yourself back to the present. Is that snapshot something you want to experience on your Denali vacation? If so, you're the person we designed this tour for. The magic starts when you leave the trail.

We donate 5% to conservation.

City: Denali National Park

Tue 10 Jun

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Starting at $199.00

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Tue 10 Jun

Starting at $199.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Trekking Poles

Rain Jackets

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Denali Park

We will pick you up from your hotel and take you to a section of boreal forest and tundra just outside Denali National Park. Your guide will take you on an off-trail walk through the forest, teaching you about the incredible ecosystems that make this area unique, as well as the fascinating cultural history of Denali. From the Athabaskan peoples to the trappers and survivalists who have cut their teeth on the Alaskan wilds over the last couple of centuries, you will be enthralled by the tales of cunning and perseverance that abound in this harsh landscape. Your guide will then drive you back to your hotel. The whole experience will take 3.5 - 4 hours.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (26)

georgepS5127IH

Jun 2024

Trinidad is both a delightful human being and encyclopedic about all things Denali. This was my first ever off-trail hike, and it was a much more interesting and satisfying experience than I had imagined, largely due to Trinidad’s expertise and enthusiasm for all of what we encountered. I can’t recommend him or this tour enough for someone who wants to learn about the natural environment in and around Denali.

Response from Host

Jun 2024

George, thank you so much for all the kind words. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour. Off-trail hikes can seem daunting, but they're always worth it, especially if you've got a good guide. I hope you're having fun for the rest of your time in Alaska!

Rebecca_G

Sep 2023

We had a great time trying different kinds of berries, leaves, and even a lichen! Our guide, Jordan, was great. We would recommend this as a great way to get outside and experience the natural area and learn more about the oval flora.

SusanneVI

Aug 2023

First and foremost, we can highly recommend the 5 hours tour. With Trinidad as a guide, we did not only have a fun time hiking uphill, we learned a big deal about the flora and history of Denali as well. Trinidad seems to be trully enthusiastic about the area, telling us about it and at the same time tirelessly answering all our 1000 questions. Although we mostly hike on our own and enjoying it, it was the best decision to book this tour to get more insights with a fun guide.