Worldwide Travel

Sample Itinerary

Day 1: Meet your Alaska Wildland Adventures' representative at your downtown hotel between 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., or at the Anchorage Airport at 3:00 p.m. Shuttle by 15-passenger van along Turnagain Arm to Cooper Landing, home of our Kenai Riverside Lodge. Upon arrival, settle into your cabin, enjoy dinner in the Lodge, and meet one of our Lodge managers.

Day 2: Raft the Kenai River Canyon and look for moose, eagles, bears, and more. Hear the stories behind the sights from your knowledgeable and friendly raft guide. Continue traveling by raft through the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge to our unique boat-in-only Kenai Backcountry Lodge. Located on the shore of a glacier-carved lake, this award-winning eco-lodge offers the ultimate Alaska experience. For two nights, you will be surrounded by one million acres of designated Wilderness and the hypnotic sounds of the lake lapping at the pebble beach. Enjoy dinner then relax in the lodge or opt to experience a real wood-fired sauna and a dip in the lake! Overnight at Kenai Backcountry Lodge.

Day 3: Grab your hiking boots and stretch your legs! This is the day to join a guided hike up to alpine tundra for spectacular views of the lake and the Kenai River Valley. Or, you might opt for a motorized skiff exploration of the lake and its surrounding coves. Your guides will share their knowledge of the area and introduce you to the fascinating lifestyles of the early explorers of the Kenai. In the evening, if weather permits, meander along the rugged lakeshore from a sturdy double touring kayak (no experience necessary!).

Day 4: Savor your last morning at Kenai Backcountry Lodge, then after breakfast, depart by motorized skiff across the lake. Van shuttle back to Kenai Riverside Lodge. Enjoy a casual afternoon hike on a trail in the Chugach National Forest or Kenai National Wildlife Refuge.

Day 5 (for longer trips): Another day of hiking, or relaxing, or for an additional cost, add one day of guided fishing for salmon or trout. Whether you're an avid angler or a novice who can't come to Alaska without at least trying to catch a salmon, you'll have an unforgettable experience with our expert guides!

Last Day: (Note: Last Day is same the same as the Kenai Explorer). Bid farewell to the Kenai Riverside Lodge after breakfast and travel by van to Seward. Embark on a marine wildlife and glacier cruise. This is your opportunity to see whales, puffins, glaciers, sea otters, sea lions, and more! Return to the small boat harbor then hop on a shuttle to the Alaska Railroad depot and journey north to Anchorage on the train. Relax and take in the spectacular scenery. You'll arrive at the downtown Anchorage depot by 10:15 p.m. Dinner and transfers not included. Dinner is available for purchase on the train.

If you'd like to extend your vacation, please ask about adding a stay at Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge, our newest lodge located within the boundaries of Kenai Fjords National Park. We can easily delay your marine wildlife and glacier tour and/or your Railroad reservation to accommodate your vacation. Or add an exciting Denali Adventure Package to complement your Kenai Wilderness Sampler. We can also arrange for pre and post trip bear viewing excursions at a rustic fly-in lodge where, in the company of trained guides, you may observe brown (grizzly) bears exploring their natural habitat. Visit our website or call us for details.

Departure: You will arrive at the Anchorage train depot by approximately 10:15 p.m. on the last day of your trip. We recommend you spend this night in Anchorage. If you must fly home this night, we suggest you book a flight that departs after 1:00 a.m. (the next day), in case of possible transportation delays.