Wildlife Viewing and Photography in Alaska

We have all levels of Alaska Brooks Range trips into the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge or Gates of the Arctic National Park. With over 25 years of experience our Alaskan Guides provide a safe and a fun, "once in a lifetime trip."  We have custom, base camp, backpack, and river trips into the vast wild Alaskan Wilderness. You can see pictures of these trips in our Gallery on line at www.abecalaska.com or call 907-457-8907.

 

www.mvsinglestar.com; Exclusive Wildlife Cruise where Bears, Birds and Whales are our guides! Join us as we meet the Kodiak Bear on its own turf, visit rookeries with thousands of Puffins, Kittiwakes and Bald Eagles. Enjoy whale watching for Humpback, Orca and Fin whales so close you can smell their blow. Photograph the Coastal Brown Bear on our bear viewing cruise. Guided wildlife photography  and ecotours around Kodiak Island and the Katmai Coast.  Watch the Sea Otters, Sea Lions, fox and rare waterfowl and ducks. Alaska Wild Salmon fill the streams. Exclusive fly fishing in remote areas for Silver Salmon and Steelhead by FFF certified casting instrutor and registered guide. Cruise with us in luxiury into the Alaskan Wilderness. Photograph glaciers, volcanoes, snow capped mountains, tide flats overflowing with wildlife and wildflowers. Return to the boat for a gourmet home cooked meal and hot shower. Watch the last bear as he walks along the beach at the end of his day.

 We leave behind only our tracks in the sand until the next tide...

Your big ship cruise alternative! Cruise Alaska up close aboard a selection of over 25 small ships and yachts carrying 6-138 travelers. We are award winning Alaska travel experts specializing in travel by small ships, yachts and wilderness lodges away from tourist crowds. Speak with our professional crew who has lived, worked and traveled at length throughout Alaska. With over 50 years combined experience in Alaska travel we will answer your questions quickly and accurately. AdventureSmith Explorations is a company founded by guides and we believe that a professional, knowledgeable and personable guide is the key to a successful adventure travel and small ship cruise experience. We are committed to sustainable tourism and contributing positively to the individuals, communities and environments encountered by every AdventureSmith traveler. Call our experts today to plan your Alaska small ship cruise today. 

 

 

 

Discover the brown bears of Katmai. AK Adventures offers guided trips for bear viewing and wildlife photography into the remote Alaskan wilderness. Our trips give small groups of wildlife viewers a rare personal experience to observe and walk among these fascinating and majestic bears, while learning about them and their habitat.

 

Since 1998, Alaska Alpine Adventures has been leading guided Alaska backpacking, alaska hiking trips and adventure vacations throughout Alaska's spectacular national parks and wildlife refuges.  Recognized by National Geographic as one of the Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth in both 2008 & 2009, Alaska Alpine Adventures takes adventure seekers on multi-day and multi-sport Alaska hiking tours, rafting trips,  Alaska backpacking trips, kayaking trips, and skiing vacations throughout the Last Frontier.  Guided Alaska tours include adventure trips to Lake Clark National Park, Denali, Wrangell-St. Elias, Kenai Fjords, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Gates of the Arctic National Park and beyond.  Our brand of sustainable travel has been recognized by Adventure Green Alaska - Alaska's highly regarded sustainable tourism certification program.  Take a trip with Alaska Alpine Adventures and experience the Alaska vacation of a lifetime!

 Overnight in Kenai Fjords National Park:

Since 2001, Alaska Outdoors has showcased Alaska's National Parks and protected areas featuring small group camping and hiking tours throughout the state. Hike, raft, sea kayak, canoe, whale watching, glacier cruises, flightseeing and more. Tours range from 7 to 21 days and start at $995.

Inside Passage adventures aboard 65' classic motoryacht, "Heron". Six guests maximum. Whalewatching, seakayaking, fishing for salmon and halibut, flyfishing, photography, glacier tours. Cruise with longtime residents with extensive local knowledge. Great family trips!

For over 30 years, Alaska River Adventures has hired 'well seasoned' professionals to guide small groups to wild rivers across Alaska.

 

 

Rare permits in Wildlife Refuges and Parks let us show you places few others can -

• Fishing and photo expeditions on Wilderness Rivers
• Drift boat fishing on the Kenai & Kasilof Rivers.
• Rafting - from half day to multi day - mild to wild.
• First class all-inclusive fishing lodge.

 

The Sealife Center, Alaska's only Public Aquarium, is committed to understanding and maintaining the integrity the Marine Ecosystem in Alaska through education, conservation, research & rehabilitation.

Alaska Ultra Sport offers guided wilderness trips throughout Alaska. We are based out of Chickaloon, Alaska and have guided trips all over the state.This business has been owner-operated since 2001. If you book a trip with us you will be on a trip with Bill and Kathi Merchant.We offer guided multi day rafting, sea-kayaking, mountain biking and backpacking trips. We operate in many National Parks, State Parks,the  Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Gates of the Arctic National Park, Katmai National Park and more.  We speak english, german and some french and italian. 2-6 people.

www.alaskaultrasport.com

 

Since 1977. Nationally recognized eco-tourism operator features an array of options including All-Inclusive Vacations, wilderness lodges, Sportfishing packages & rafting & fishing day trips; high-quality, small group guided trips allow guests to experience Alaska in the spirit of appreciation. Raft the turquoise Kenai River into the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, seeking out moose, salmon and eagles. Paddle a sea kayak amid glittering glacial ice at  Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge and watch for calving glaciers and breaching whales along the dramatic seacoast. Explore Denali National Park and seek out Alaska’s big four: bears, caribou, moose and Dall sheep. In the evening, relax with the authentic Alaskan hospitality of  wilderness lodges and delicious meals. From a two-hour scenic float trip to a two-week all-inclusive vacation, Alaska Wildland Adventures’ range of wilderness adventures and charming accommodations promise a memorable experience in wild Alaska.

 

800.334.8730

www.alaskawildland.com/vwa

One stop shopping for your entire independent travel package needs. Glacier Bay and beyond, finest outdoor water activities, accommodations, tours and cruises for families or groups who want a close encounter with Alaska's marine/wildlife and wilderness.

10 years guiding small, customized backpacking trips into remote Alaska, where our knowledge and experience allow us to provide clients with an unparalleled adventure. We offer guided backpacking, hiking, camping and nature photography trips in Alaska, specifically Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Katmai National Park, the Kenai Peninsula and more. Browse our website and find the trip that's right for you. 

 

We offer a diversity of adventures, from the perfect family basecamping vacation, to more adventurous and customized rugged backpacking trips for you and your group. Drop us an email or call Carl at 770 952 4549.

Arctic Wild: Alaska Adventures with Latitude!

Explore the mountains, tundra, rivers, and coast of arctic Alaska with our professional wilderness guides. Enjoy wildlife and scenery in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) and Gates of the Arctic National Park. Visit sub-arctic destinations like Katmai National Park and Yukon Charley. We specialize in multi-day, wilderness fly-in adventures. Whether hiking, rafting, canoeing or enjoying a wildlife base camp, the scenery, ecology, and quality service will impress even the most seasoned Alaska travelers. Find out why our clients return year after year and enthusiastically reccommend us for our small groups, local guides, minimum impact ethics, and great food! Custom trips and references available. Call 888/577-8203, or visit www.arcticwild.com.

Custom sightseeing, birding, photography and wildlife viewing trips. Transportation to Kachemak Bay State Park for hiking, backpacking and kayaking. Wilderness cabin and kayak rentals.

 

Camp Denali and North Face Lodge provide active learning vacations in Denali National Park.  Situated in full view of the Alaska Range, ours are the only in-park lodgings with views of Mount McKinley. These unparalleled views are complimented by days of naturalist-led backcountry hiking and wildlife observation, exquisitely crafted meals, educational evening programs presented by our naturalist staff or guest speakers, and the opportunity to enjoy the park independently. 

 

Camp Denali and North Face Lodge have been Alaskan family-owned and operated since 1952, ensuring the same quality and attention to detail at both lodges, despite their different styles of accommodations.  We look forward to introducing you to Denali from our point of view.

Booking agency, backpacking, guiding, hiking, kayaking and canoeing,lodging, organization, rafting and river trips, wildlife viewing, winter activities.

The Copper River Country Nature Tour provides visitors to the Copper Basin an opportunity to experience and learn about life and nature in the sub-arctic environment.  Walk through Boreal forest, at Wellwood Nature Center, that exemplifies the environment found within the Wrangell St Elias National Park and Preserve. Trained naturalists will guide you on your hike through the forest, exploring native vegetation, landscapes, and looking for signs of animals.   Learn about the animals and special plants that live along the trail.  You will tour through one of our planet’s most spectacular regions, with expert naturalist as your guide. 

 

Alaska's finest wilderness cruise- multi-day voyages, naturalist guided, small groups, onboard cabins, shore hikes, kayaking, wildlife viewing, custom voyages. Charter boats, bird watching, cruiseships and tourboats, fishing, hiking, natural and cultural history interpretation, photography. Prince William Sound, Copper River Delta.

Earth B&B is THE home away from home for mountain climbers, fishermen, photographers and other adventurers from across the globe. Our comfortable and roomy Anchorage Bed and Breakfast is conveniently located close to downtown walking distance to the city's finest shopping, dining, entertainment and outdoor recreation. Our private accommodations are a perfect alternative to busy hotel lodging. You'll know you are in the right place from the minute you walk through our door.

 

Great Alaska Adventure Lodge.   Since 1981 travelers have enjoyed our ground breaking  blend of exciting Alaska sport fishing and adventure travel from  our riverfront lodge on the Kenai River.  Our guests choose from a wide range of itineraries that include world class sport fishing, private fly-in bear viewing, remote sea kayaking, hiking, day cruising, Denali Touring and much, much more. Customized family, group and corporate adventures are our specialty.  Our all- inclusive trips include pickups in Anchorage and range from 2-10 days.

 

Whether your Alaska dream entails double digit Rainbows on your fly rod,  viewing wild bears in their native habitat, rafting the Kenai Canyon, hiking the Chugach Forest or catching your first King Salmon (or better yet, all of the above!) Great Alaska Adventure Lodge is just the place to see those dreams come true.  Come relish the Great Alaska experience with your family or group this summer.

Premier transportation company for kayakers and campers and sightseeing in Prince William Sound departing Whittier. U.S.C.G. inspected vessels to carry more than six persons. We promote Leave No Trace camping.

 

Luxury accommodations for the body, remote wilderness for the spirit. Powered by the sun, wind and friendly, long-time Alaskans, this exclusive hideaway offers elegance and comfort 60 miles north of the Arctic Circle in Alaska's Brooks Range and Gates of the Arctic National Park. Fly-in only. Since 1974. Remote. Exceptional. Unforgettable.

Island Lodge offers 10 years of experience leading outdoor adventures in the wilderness of Lake Clark National Park. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, hiking and river trips, as well as friendly hospitality and delicious meals in the beautiful Alaskan wilderness. Island Lodge makes an Alaska dream vacation possible for groups, families, singles, couples and business associates.

Achingly beautiful ocean and mountain setting. Charming private cabins and accommodations with full bath, decks with view, and lovely furnishings. Expert, experienced naturalist staff for hiking, kayaking, birding, fishing, and marine mammal viewing.

 

 

We are a small, personal shop that concentrates solely on sea kayaking in Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords, with emphasis on environmentally friendly practices and local education. Our professional guides/naturalists are extensively trained, and small groups enhance your intimate experience with the magical surroundings and wildlife.  We offer a wide range of trips:  from 1/2-day trips to multi-day excursions, so we're sure we'll have something that will be just right for you.  No experience is necessary - all you need is a desire to paddle and the enthusiasm to learn and explore!   Check out our photos, descriptions, and pricing at www.KayakAK.com.

 

We also run Bear Paw Lodge, in Seward... our own cozy, welcoming log home that we rent out to travelers.  This is the true Alaskan experience - hand crafted beauty with all the comforts of home!    www.SewardBearPawLodge.com

 

We worked with Travel Channel in 2003 & Discovery Channel in 2008 to produce informational documentaries about the local area and overall climate change.

 

www.kodiaktreks.com

• Promoting respect for Alaska's wildlife and remote lands through educational outreach and volunteer efforts in partnership with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, the Kodiak Brown Bear Trust, the Kodiak Unified Bear Subcommittee (KUBS), and other local, state, and international organizations.
• Gold-level certified for responsible practices from Adventure Green Alaska, Alaska's first and only sustainable tourism certification program.

 

Koksetna Wilderness Lodge is located in Lake Clark National Park.  There are two lakeside log cabins for full service lodging or cabin rentals.  Lake Clark is fly in only and the lodge provides a peaceful, isolated setting for fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking, hydrocycling and hiking.   $2175/person provides for full service lodging/activities for 6 days/5 nights.  Cabin rentals start at $200/night for the first two people.  Boat/motor rentals are available.  Call us at (907) 781-2227 from June through mid-August or at (800) 391-8651 from mid-August through May. 

Lazy Otter Charters, Inc.

Offering safe, reliable trasport services into Prince William Sound from Whittier, Alaska. 

• Custom Sightseeing
• Water Taxi for Kayak and camper drop-off
• Photography and filming support
• Kayak rentals

 

Our vessels are designed for speed and beach landings for ease of loading.  Qauaq Chief is a 40 foot, 22 passenger landing craft

Explorer is a 30 foot, 6 passenger vessel.

 

 

 

 

Low impact immersion in Alaska Range cabin setting, guided catering to small parties; hiking, camping, photography, wildlife, flora, quiet, solitude; levels from easy to challenging.

Major Marine Tours offers an Alaskan wildlife and glacier cruise experience. We have reserved table seating; a National Park Ranger on every day cruise departure; and a freshly prepared, all-you-can-eat salmon and prime rib buffet.

Montana Creek Campground is located on an excellent salmon and trout-fishing stream at mile 96.5 on the Parks Highway, conveniently located near facilities and many recreational activities. All campsites have gravel pads, picnic tables, fire rings and BBQ grills with grass or trees between sites; some have electric hook-ups. We also have a tackle cache and store located on the grounds. You'll see bald eagles, hawks, fox, moose and the occasional bear on the property. We have a reputation for cleanliness and friendliness.

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Arctic Alaska: A Naturalist Along the Dalton! July 31-Aug. 7, 2010

Join us for an incredible week ! Explore two crown jewels of the Arctic: Gates of the Arctic National Park and Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Tundra biologist Dan Wetzel of Fairbanks shares 30+ years of expertise. Search for Muskoxen, Caribou, ptarmigan, jaegers, Red Fox, songbirds from Asia, wildflowers & some of Earth's finest scenery.: Brooks Range, Antigun Pass & more.  www.naturalistjourneys.com  866 900 1146  

 

Orca Island Cabins, owned and operated by long-time Alaskans Dennis and Susan Swiderski, offers comfortable and stylish overnight accommations (yurts) on a private island in scenic Humpy Cove, Resurrection Bay, 9 miles SE of Seward, Alaska. View wildlife from your private deck; kayak; explore tide-pools and a nearby salmon stream and waterfall; fish from the island or its dock; or just sit back and relax.

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ADVENTURERS & ROMANTICS! Leave the crowds and enjoy a full-service, true Wilderness Lodge. Located inside Kachemak Bay State Park, we are a short boat ride from Seldovia, Halibut Cove, or Homer. On-site weddings & honeymoons. Adventures of land, sea, and air. Parties of 6 or more have the entire lodge to themselves. Book early for this option. Sadie Cove Wilderness Lodge is full-service wilderness lodge and adventure destination inside Kachemak Bay State Park.

 

Seaman’s Adventures offer wildlife tours, natural and cultural history tours, guided hiking, and Alaska halibut and salmon fishing in the incredibly productive and diverse Kachemak Bay and lower Cook Inlet area.  Available in spring through fall, our adventures allow the visitor to experience and learn about a diversity of marine mammals, marine and terrestrial birds, Alaska coastal foresst, andthe  fascinating geology and cultural history of the Bay.  Kachemak Bay State Park offers some of the best hiking opportunities in Alaska, whether you hike through a coastal forest or climb to alpine tundra.  Kachemak Bay and Lower Cook Inlet offers some the best halibut and salmon fishing in Alaska!  Our specialty is small groups from two to four people, and families and children are welcome and encouraged.  Join our expert naturalist and fishing guide and experience Kachemak Bay at its best.  To top off your trip, enjoy the best cabin rentals or B&B in Homer.   

Join us for a guided sea kayak adventure to explore "the coast less paddled". Sitka Sound, and the countless passages extending north & south, comprises one of the most spectacular marine wilderness environments in the world. We offer a range of guided trips & outfitting services to match any schedule, budget, ability and preference. Our specialty is designing custom trips for families and private groups of 6-persons or less. Let's go paddling!

Whether you're visiting southeast Alaska to fish for salmon or halibut, or to see tufted puffins, bald eagles, sea otters or humpback whales, join us, and we'll share our secrets!

My husband and I are wildlife biologists, and moved to Alaska in the 1970s, working for the US Fish and Wildlife Service.  We share a perspective acquired through years of education, experience, and a love for Alaska's wildlife.

We invite you to check out our website for more information!

Biologist-guided whale-watching, wildlife, glacier and nature photography tours for up to 6 aboard heated, beachable, 30' cruiser in Prince William Sound, departing Whittier.  Individual attention and uncrowded photo ops assured. 2010 is our 22nd yr. Visit us online at <A HREF="http://www.soundecoadventure.com/">Sound Eco Adventures</A>, call Toll-Free at 888-471-2312, or email us at sea@alaska.net.

Cruise the protected waters of Alaska's Inside Passage. Enjoy whale watching, bear viewing, iceberg and glacier adventures, catching fish, setting crab pots, and exploring fiords with sheer rock walls and misty waterfalls.

 

Since 1996 our professional guides/naturalists have been introducing paddlers to the wonders of coastal Alaska. We offer kayaking from three locations in the Seward area – Lowell Point, Fox Island and Kenai Fjords. We have the right trip for you whether an introductory paddle or a multi-day kayak/camping adventure. We feature small groups, great food and excellent guides. Come explore our home with us and take away an experience of a lifetime..  www.sunnycove.com

The Boat Company has been operating small ship ecotours in Southeast Alaska every summer for thirty years.  Our cruises are typically one week long and feature visits to remote wilderness areas throughout the region's scenic protected waterways.

 

On any given day, guests of The Boat Company have the opportunity to participate in an abundance of activities. We offer fishing, shoreline walks with trained naturalists, early morning and late evening kayaking, wildlife and glacier viewing, and everything from leisurely beach combing or gentle strolls to vigorous hikes through virgin rainforests.

 

Extended wilderness raft trips to Alaska's Arctic; Brooks Range, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Gates of the Arctic NP, NPR-A 

 as well as trips in Wrangell-st Elias and the Chugach Mountains.  We've been guiding in Alaska's backcountry and on Alaska's remote rivers for over 20 years.  We are Alaska owned and operated and specialize in small groups and personal service. 

Wild Alaska Travel itineraries revolve around exclusive, authentic and off-the-beaten path adventure tours and extraordinary travel moments in parts of Alaska that most people will never experience. The tours have a strong experiential and learning component.  Our goal is to create a "trip-of-a-lifetime" by taking you to unique locations and provide first-hand opportunities to experience the Alaska you always dreamed about! www.wildalaskatravel.com
 

 

 

Wilderness Birding Adventures is dedicated to exploring, conserving and sharing Alaska’s rich natural world with those who like to add a splash of adventure and spontaneity (balanced with careful planning and safety) to their vacation in the Great Land. Since 1986, we have been offering our guests the best in Alaska birding, rafting, sea kayaking, hiking and wildlife viewing trips from birding tours in the Pribilofs, Gambell and Nome, to wilderness expeditions like paddling the Kongakut and Canning rivers in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, photographing Spectacled Eiders on the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta – to name just a few of the possibilities!

There still remain a few wild places in the world and this is one of them. Nestled at the base of Kokrines Hills, Alaska’s Yukon River Lodge (currently under construction) overlooks the Nowitna National Wildlife Refuge and the Yukon River stretched out before it.