8-Nights Alaska Family Journey: Wilderness Explorer - National Geographic Family Journeys

Alaska Family Journey: Wilderness Explorer
Epic wildlife, soaring summits, and tundra stretching as far as the eye can see: everything is bigger in Alaska. Journey to the far north—where the sun never quite sets in the summer—and make the most of long days on hiking and wildlife-viewing excursions in the Alaskan wilderness. Explore Denali and Kenai Fjords National Parks, where kids will set out on educational adventures to claim their junior ranger badges.

Highlights
Set out on a wildlife safari through Denali National Park and Preserve to spot the resident “big five”—grizzlies moose caribou Dall sheep and wolves, Visit the famed Alaska SeaLife Center for an up-close look at playful sea otters colorful puffins and leggy octopi, Watch sled dogs train for the upcoming racing season and learn about mushing traditions, Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park to see a glacier flowing straight into the sea.

Accomodation
Rooming is based on double occupancy (2 passengers / 2 beds per room); all other room configurations are on request and cannot be guaranteed. We will try to accommodate triples/quad requests whenever possible and it's important to note that rooming configuration can change from city to city and 2 single beds are the standard configuration in a room. Please remember that hotel/lodge standards can be different from what you are used to in your home country, which is part of the appeal of adventure travel. Hotels in Alaska may be a bit more rustic or dated than hotels at the same accommodation level in the rest the USA.

Group Leader
All National Geographic Family Journeys with G Adventures group trips are accompanied by two of our National Geographic Expedition Leaders. The aim of the Expedition Leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense; you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.

Group Size Notes
20

Meals Included
8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner

What's Included
Your Family Journeys Moment: Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Visit, Girdwood
Your Family Journeys Moment: Husky Homestead, Denali
Your Family Journeys Moment: Wildlife of Denali Presentation and Hike, Denali National Park and Preserve.
Arrival transfer. Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre Visit. Hike to Exit Glacier. Alaska SeaLife Center admission. Kenai Fjords National Park cruise. Alaska Native Heritage Center Visit. Denali National Park transit bus to East Fork Bridge (Mile 43). All tips included for activities and meals, except for Expedition Leaders and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.