Hiking the Great Land of Alaska
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Experience Overview
Hike, kayak and camp through Alaska's varied landscapes, from Denali National Park with views of North America's tallest peak, travel along the famous Turnagain Arm ringed by mountains, hike to the Harding Icefield near Seward, and take a water taxi across Kachemak Bay in Homer to kayak around remote Yukon Island where you'll look for whales, seals and eagles. Camp under the stars along the way and try to spot wildlife like moose or bears in Denali to orca whales in Seward. Check out the vibrant small towns of Seward and art-loving Homer.
Highlights
- Hike with your small group along one of Denali National Park’s iconic trails, looking for wildlife and with any luck spotting the summit of Denali on a clear day.
- Hike past Exit Glacier and up to the Harding Icefield for astonishing views of ancient glacial ice stretching as far as the eye can see.
- Cross Kachemak Bay by water taxi then kayak around Yukon Island, admiring the coastal Alaskan scenery while keeping an eye out for whales, sea lions and eagles.
- Look out over the stunning scenery of Alaska's varied landscapes both during your hikes and from your scenic campgrounds, positioned perfectly for you to enjoy this region around the clock.
- Explore with an expert guide who’ll show you all of Alaska’s highlights, and maybe even a few hidden spots less frequented by visitors.
Trip Details
Product Code: 30891
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Private Vehicle
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Walking & Trekking, Budget
Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Supplier Code: SSXL
Starts: Anchorage, United States Of America
Finishes: Homer to Anchorage, United States Of America
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Demanding
Includes
Accommodation: Hotel (1 night), Camping (with facilities) (6 nights)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $3530 ($441 /day)
Itinerary
Welcome to Alaska! Located in south-central Alaska on the shores of Cook Inlet lies Anchorage – a unique urban environment in the heart of the wilderness. Your adventure begins here with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe head to the Anchorage Museum or check out the sights and try spotting a moose wandering the streets of town (yes, really). This evening, maybe celebrate the beginning of a new adventure with an optional group dinner.
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Depart Anchorage this morning, and then do a short ascent of The Butte (as the locals call it) for some incredible views over the mountain-fringed Matanuska Valley. Enjoy the gorgeous scenery along the way of local farms and the Knik River below as you walk among pine trees surrounded by snow-capped mountain peaks and birdlife. Then hit the road for the gorgeous Denali National Park – a park and preserve with six million acres of Alaskan wilderness featuring North America’s tallest peak. Arrive at the park, set up camp, take in the scenery and enjoy a night off!
Included Activities:
- Palmer - Bodenburg Butte Hike
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Today you’ll embark on one of the many iconic hikes that Denali has to offer. Your leader will choose the exact trail based on the group's preferences, as well as the location of your campsite. No matter which you choose, you’ll pass through gorgeous scenery, looking out for the abundant local wildlife – you might be lucky enough to see moose, caribou, Alaska brown and black bears, Dall sheep and wolves (among a long list of other wildlife) on your trek.
Included Activities:
- Denali National Park - Leader-led hike
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Embrace an early start to the day as you enjoy a long but scenic drive back through Anchorage and down the Parks Highway to Seward – one of Alaska's oldest and most picturesque towns. Along the way, you’ll stop at Turnagain Arm. A waterway into the northwestern part of the Gulf of Alaska, this area was named for British explorer James Cook, who was forced to ‘turn again’ when the waterway didn’t hold the fabled Northwest Passage on his 1778 voyage. Explore this scenic area, then continue to Seward. This vibrant town is the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park and has galleries, boutique shops and a bustling harbour.
Included Activities:
- Anchorage - Turnagain Arm
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Strap on your boots for what will be a challenging – but incredibly rewarding – hike along the Harding Icefield Trail. Starting from the Exit Glacier area, you’ll ascend from the valley floor through forests of alder and cottonwood trees. Black bears are a common sight along the trail, so be sure to keep an eye out! Once you climb above the tree line, get set for an unforgettable view of icefield, stretching toward the horizon and broken only by the occasional mountain peak. Follow the trail back down to the valley, then return to your campsite for a well-deserved rest.
Included Activities:
- Kenai Fjords National Park - Harding Icefield full day guided hike
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Bid farewell to Seward and head out on a road trip along the Kenai Peninsula. Along the way, stop in at the small town of Moose Pass, where you can choose to kayak on Trail Lake. Then, continue to Homer. Also known as the ‘cosmic hamlet by the sea’, the town boasts both some incredible scenery and an artsy downtown. Once you’ve set up camp, get a sample of that scenery on a walk of the famous Homer Spit and its views of Kachemak Bay. You’re likely to spot bald eagles, many of which call this area home.
Included Activities:
- Homer - Homer Spit Trail
Optional Activities:
- Moose Pass - Guided Lake Kayaking (118 USD)
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, a half day kayaking tour of Homer awaits. Hop on a water taxi across to Kachemak Bay State Park, pick out your kayak and then get paddling! You’ll take in Alaska’s impressive coastal scenery as you head around Yukon Island, and might even spot eagles, sea lions and the whales that sometimes wander into the bay. Once you’ve made the round trip, head back to Homer via the water taxi and enjoy a free afternoon in the town, before one last night camping under the stars.
Included Activities:
- Homer - Half Day Kachemak Bay Kayak Tour
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Say goodbye to Homer this morning and drive back along the Kenai Peninsula toward Anchorage. Along the way, stop in the town of Girdwood for lunch, then arrive back in Anchorage by 3 pm, where your trip comes to an end. If you’d like to extend your stay in Alaska, just speak to your booking agent.
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
Reviews
Robyn - Traveled, August 2025
If you are on the fence about doing this trip, jump in and do it! The scenery is unparalleled. In this busy rat race life it was so refreshing to be out in the middle of nowhere camping in tents and cooking food together, playing cards and getting away from technology. Be warned though it’s cold and you’ll need a rain coat!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/16/2025
Neil - Traveled, August 2025
The Alaska trip with Intrepid was a wonderful experience shared with a great group of people. We saw bears, moose, marmot, sea otters, pika and many more animals. We climbed 1000m to the roof of the world to see the Harding Ice Field. We saw the 6000m Mt Denali plastered in snow and the Aurora Borealis. It was a fabulous trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/26/2025
Laura - Traveled, August 2025
Incredible trip! Saw some beautiful areas of Alaska including scenic hikes and wildlife. The group camping was such a fun element with everyone participating in set-up/meals with s'mores by the campfire in the evenings. Can't imagine doing this trip on our own, was invaluable to have our leader Alex's guidance keeping us safe and well informed! A must-do if you love hiking and the great outdoors.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/29/2025
Jianing - Traveled, August 2025
This trip was a beautiful way to experience Alaska. Eventhough we only had one week, the program was well structured to pack in a lot of experiences.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/23/2025
Monty - Traveled, August 2025
Great trip! I liked that there's a lot of activity diversity on this trip - tent camping under the stars, hiking to epic glaciers, animal sightseeing, kayaking, and cruising around on a ship. We also had an awesome guide in Brad! He kept things well organized, fun and entertaining and is very knowledgeable about Alaskan culture, wildlife and plants.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/30/2025
Johanna - Traveled, July 2025
Great way to see Alaska in a short time frame. Covered a lot of ground and thoroughly enjoyed camping.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/29/2025
Edward - Traveled, June 2025
Great trip hiking the great land of Alaska guide was great as they are on all my intrepid trips. Hiking was challenging, but with a little preparation, not too difficult nice pace. Camping provides such a different experience than staying in lodges with campfires and marshmallows in the evening.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/22/2025
Mary - Traveled, June 2025
Thus trio showcased the amazing land of Alaska and its wildlife from a close perspective which enhanced my appreciation of it. The tip was well-led and well- organised.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/25/2025
Shaun - Traveled, June 2025
Do yourself a huge favour and take this trip to amazing Alaska.Its non stop breath taking scenery along with exacting homes and activities make this a trip of a lifetime . Well done Intrepid and our excellent tour leader Alex Yakshe.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/26/2025
Shaun - Traveled, June 2025
I’ve just completed the Hiking & Camping the Great Land of Alaska trip and had an amazing adventure.Meticulously planned and delivered -we hiked mountains ,kayaked Fjords and explored what this amazing country has to offer whilst guided by our professional leader Alex.Highly recommend this exciting and rewarding journey.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/27/2025
