Discover the stunning beauty of Denali National Park on a private Scenic Wilderness Float. Gentle waters, breathtaking scenery, and wildlife encounters make this experience a must-do for outdoor enthusiasts visiting Alaska.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should have basic mobility and tolerance for sitting for extended periods
Wildlife
History
Denali National Park was established in 1917 as Mount McKinley National Park, and it has been a protected area for over a century, preserving Alaska’s wilderness.
Conservation
Denali Adventure Tours practices environmentally responsible tourism, minimizing impact and supporting local conservation efforts to protect wildlife habitats.
Denali Adventure Tours
Discover the stunning beauty of Denali National Park on a private Scenic Wilderness Float. Gentle waters, breathtaking scenery, and wildlife encounters make this experience a must-do for outdoor enthusiasts visiting Alaska.
Denali Adventure Tours operates in Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska, delivering a wide range of guided outdoor experiences that showcase Denali’s glaciers, rivers, and mountain vistas.
The company offers river adventures like the Scenic Wilderness Float on the Yanert Fork and Nenana Rivers and the Canyon Whitewater Trip — a 2-hour rafting run on the Nenana with over 10 Class III–IV rapids (including “Razorback” and “Royal Flush”) and both Oar Raft and Paddle Raft options.
Flightseeing options include the Denali Peak Experience with guaranteed window seats that approach within half a mile of Denali and glide over the Muldrow Glacier, plus a Denali Park Glacier Landing featuring a 15–20 minute glacier stop aboard a de Havilland Turbo Beaver. Helicopter offerings include Heli-Hiking to remote mountaintops and a Heli-Glacier Expedition with approximately 50 minutes of flight and 20 minutes on the Yanert Glacier.
Guided land options span a 2.5-hour Backcountry Walking Tour led by a naturalist to strenuous hikes like the Denali Interpretative Hike (5–6 miles with about 1,500 feet elevation gain) and a 4-hour Backcountry Wilderness Hike. An ATV Wilderness Adventure covers roughly 10 miles in about 1.5 hours.
All trips operate within Denali National Park and Preserve and are led by experienced guides familiar with local terrain, safety protocols, and interpretive natural history. Travelers should review age and fitness requirements for each trip (for example, Canyon Whitewater is suitable for ages 12 and up). Reservations are recommended for peak season to secure preferred dates and trip types.
Location
Denali National Park
Based in Alaska's premier park
Tours Offered
11
Range of guided adventures
Typical Durations
15 min – 5 hrs
Short flights to full-day hikes
Glacier Landings
Available
Includes Denali glacier stops
Reserve glacier landings, heli-hiking, whitewater trips, and scenic flights in Denali National Park — limited seats during peak season.
Wear layered, quick-drying clothing
Weather can change quickly in Alaska; dressing in layers helps you stay comfortable throughout the float.
Bring binoculars for wildlife viewing
Binoculars enhance your chances of spotting distant wildlife like eagles and moose along the riverbanks.
Use sunscreen and wear a hat
Protect yourself from sun exposure, especially on clear days when UV levels are high.
Arrive early for the best wildlife sightings
Wildlife is most active during early morning hours, so plan to be at the launch spot ahead of time.
Waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry from splashes and unexpected rain during the float.
spring|summer|fall|winter
Comfortable water shoes or sandals
Provides good grip and protection while launching and landing from the boat.
summer|fall
Sunscreen SPF 30+
Protects your skin from UV rays during extended outdoor exposure.
summer
Binoculars
Enhances wildlife viewing opportunities along the riverbanks.