Experience the thrill of whitewater rapids and scenic river floats with Denali Adventure Tours in Alaska’s wilderness. This 4-hour trip blends exhilaration with breathtaking scenery—perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good health and able to swim if necessary.
Wildlife
History
This river was historically used by indigenous peoples and early explorers as a transportation route in Alaska.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes low-impact, eco-friendly practices to preserve the pristine wilderness of the Denali region.
Denali Adventure Tours
Experience the thrill of whitewater rapids and scenic river floats with Denali Adventure Tours in Alaska’s wilderness. This 4-hour trip blends exhilaration with breathtaking scenery—perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.
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 quick-drying clothing
Ensure your gear dries quickly and keeps you comfortable after getting wet.
Bring a waterproof camera
Capture the stunning landscape and wildlife with a waterproof device.
Listen to your guides
Follow safety instructions carefully for an enjoyable and secure experience.
Stay warm after the trip
Have warm clothing ready for when you finish to avoid getting cold.
Quick-drying clothing
Helps keep you comfortable when wet and dries quickly.
summer
Waterproof camera
Allows you to photograph the stunning scenery while staying protected from water.
summer
Sun protection gear
Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses to shield you from the sun during the trip.
summer
Layered clothing
Adjust layers to stay comfortable as weather can vary in Alaska.
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