Tours & Activities in Denali National Park

Join a scenic tour by air and discover the wonders of Denali National Park and the Alaska Range on this once-in-a-lifetime plane ride adventure.

This tour is a favorite for a reason! As you and your family wander through the pristine Denali taiga, your expert naturalist guide will unveil the captivating narrative of Denali's extraordinary past. You will delve deep into the world of its resilient plant life, wildlife, fungi, and lichens that thrive in this rugged climate. Your guide will help you retain the information you learn with science backed methods. They will employ all 5 senses during your tour and engage you in hands-on learning. Our goal is to help you do more than “ooh” and “aah”. We want you to actually understand the place you’ve come thousands of miles to see. By booking this tour, you sign yourself up for a National Park experience that transcends the every-day tourist traps of Denali. By the time you finish this walk, you’ll feel ready to give all of your friends their own tours of Denali.

Fly to Denali, the tallest peak in North America. Explore Little Switzerland and Kahiltna Glacier before flying over the Ruth Glacier and Great Gorge.

This hike will get you up above the treeline, where you will experience epic panoramic views, rocky outcroppings, and alpine tundra ecosystems. As you hike, your expert guide will fill you in about all the fascinating plants and animals you come across, as well as the cultural, geological, and ecological history of the area. By the time you finish the tour, you will have your camera roll stuffed with photos that will make your friends gasp and enough knowledge to take THEM on a guided tour yourself. Can you really say you’ve been to Denali and the Alaska Range without actually being up in the mountains?

Embark on a tour of Denali that covers more of the Alaska Range than any other. Fly above the many faces of North America's tallest mountain.

Adventure. Authenticity. Exploration. One-of-a-kind experience. Our Wilderness Wonders Tour embodies these ideas. Leave the trails and cookie-cutter tours behind. Venture off-trail through Denali’s magical boreal forest. Put your present self into your future shoes for a moment. Your feet sink into the deep peat moss that carpets the forest floor. Your guide hands you a cluster wild blueberries. They’re tastier than those you bought at the store. The complex flavors wash over your palette as your guide tells you about their nutritional benefits. From the corner of your eye you spot movement! A snowshoe hare. It hasn’t fully lost its ivory-white winter coat yet. Your guide decides to change course and follow the hare. Why not? You’re not on a trail. Now drag yourself back to the present. Did that sound like something you want to experience on your Denali vacation? If so, the Wilderness Wonders Tour was designed for you. The magic starts when you leave the trail.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Denali National Park with an experienced guide and driver. Hit all the best spots and see the whole area with our hassle-free experience.

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Denali National Park and its conservation efforts in the comfort of a private vehicle with your group. Begin with a memorable photo opportunity at the iconic entrance sign, followed by a visit to the Denali Visitor Center to learn about the park and its history. Then, stroll through Downtown Denali, also known as "Glitter Gulch," where you'll find unique Alaskan-themed souvenirs and snacks. Next, we'll take you to the small town of Healy, home to only 1,000 year-round residents. There, you can sit back and relax at the 49th State Brewpub with delicious food and craft beers.

Enter the heart of the Alaska Range to explore glaciers, massive mountains, and the majesty of Denali itself on an awe-inspiring plane flight.

Our team of expert guides are enthusiastic about Denali and are eager to share their extensive knowledge with you. You'll learn fascinating stories, gain valuable insights, and receive insider tips as you embark on your journey through this stunning wilderness. Please note that we operate as a shuttle service, which means that your trip may not be private, and we may make stops to pick up or drop off other passengers on the way to your destination.

Marvel at the vastness of the Denali National Park and Preserve on a scenic helicopter flight. Soar through the tundra and venture above the rugged Alaska range and land at the massive Yanert Glacier.

This shuttle service is the fastest and the most convenient way to transfer between Denali National Park and Fairbanks. Enjoy hassle-free transfers with pick-up and drop-off at your hotel. Discover interesting facts and stories about Alaska along the way.

Take a tour Denali National Park from Talkeetna by air with an experienced pilot as your guide Choose between 3 different experience options to get the most out of your flight.

Rafting on the Nenana river allows you to float along the natural boundary of Denali National Park. This allows you to peek into the Park without the traffic.

Get out and explore the Denali wilderness on an ATV. View mountains and wildlife from panoramic viewpoints and splash around in the rocky creekbed. Ride solo on an ATV or bring your friends along.

Come explore the Alaska Wilderness off the road. Explore in a guided and climate controlled Search & Rescue Fat Truck/Sherp while staying safe from the weather, bugs, and the occasional wild animal. This 2.5+ hour tour takes you off road up steep mining trails to vista views, teaches you about the local history, and geological formations near Denali National Park in an adventurous off road Fat Truck search & rescue vehicle. (Plan on about 3.5 hours if using the the hotel shuttle service from select hotels during the summer season)

Walk with an experienced local naturalist and witness the splendor of the Denali National Park.

Soar through the boreal forest and over Alaskan tundra on an exhilarating 3-hour zipline tour — the only one of its kind in the Denali National Park area. Follow the lead of professional certified guides across six suspension bridges and seven thrilling ziplines. There’s even a heart-pounding dual racer finale. The course is open seasonally, from May through September.

Hike with an experienced, naturalist guide on a small group tour in the of Denali National Park area. Learn about the tundra, taiga, and boreal forest of Denali.

Rafting on the Nenana river allows you to float along the natural boundary of Denali National Park. This allows you to peek into the Park without the traffic.

Take on the rapids near the entrance to Alaska's Denali National Park. Get a taste of whitewater rafting chose a guided oar raft or paddle raft. A great trip for families! Perfect for 1st timers,

Journey into the wilds of Alaska on a unique family-friendly treasure hunt aboard an off-road vehicle driven by our trained guide. Set out from Healy for this 3-hour guided adventure and work together searching for hidden clues, seeking out quartz and granite rocks, and exchanging geocache treasures, which results in a take-home souvenir. Learn about local history, flora, and fauna and refuel with a traditional back country meal. Please let us know when booking if you are driving yourself or if you need to be picked up at your hotel choice. The pick up time at your hotel is the listed booking time. If you are driving yourself to our location plase arrive 15 minutes later. We are located at 1.2 Mile Otto Lake Road, turn onto Otto Lake Raod at Mile 247 off the George Parks Highway.

Journey through 11 miles and 8 rapids along the Nenana River on this thrilling river rafting adventure. Explore the breathtaking Alaskan landscape with an exciting tour in Denali National Park.

Fly with the original flightseeing company in Denali for your best odds of seeing The Mountain "face to face."  Passengers on this flight see more of Denali, more often than anyone else.  Your highly experienced pilots possess the skills and knowledge to take advantage of the unique airstrip location just outside the road entrance into Denali NP.  99% of the flight is within Denali National Park, giving you a comprehensive tour of its wild and majestic beauty.  Fly among jagged mountaintops and over tumbling glaciers on a stunning 200-mile flight to get within ½ mile and circle Denali to see every spectacular corner (weather permitting).   Special Note(s):   This tour is headset equipped, fully narrated and all seats are window seats on twin engine aircraft. Precise flight routes are dictated by current weather conditions.  Anticipated flight routes will be discussed with passengers during a pre-flight briefing. Flight time is 60 - 70 minutes.

Escape the crowds and jump into a Jeep to explore the scenic Denali Highway. See glaciers, mountains, and abundant wildlife on a 100+ mile excursion through the Alaska wilderness.

Get out and ride in the Alaskan Boreal Forest! Traveling at speeds up to 30 mph, maneuver through the taiga to picturesque panoramas of the Alaska Range. Observe glacial moraines and historic archaeological dig sites while navigating tree rutted trails, mountain-fed creek beds, and boggy tundra. Spend more time riding on the trail than any other Denali area off-road adventure tour. You may learn how to make fireweed tea, leave with a blueberry smile, or even chat about survival. Periodic stops are made for photography and wildlife sightings. Tackle the terrain in a single-rider ATV or share the thrill in a multi-passenger side-by-side ATV. Trails are challenging for all experience levels.  Total tour covers about 20 miles with 2½ hours on the trails.

Take a relaxing walk through the beautiful boreal forest of Denali with an expert naturalist guide. Learn about the flora and fauna that make this place home, and about the geologic forces at play.

Discover Alaska's enigmatic wilderness on a thrilling 3-hour, 4WD adventure from Healy. Join your guide on a spectacular tour of the Alaskan wilderness. Take charge of your individual journey while driving your own ATV vehicle, enjoying stunning natural scenery as you go. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Healy are included. 

Experience Denali's scenic wilderness by zipping through the boreal forest and over the tundra.

Explore the rugged Alaskan wilderness on your own 4WD ATV machine. Join your guide for a personal tour of the backcountry, basking in the surrounding scenery while traversing dry creek beds and dirt paths on an off-road adventure. Your 3-hour excursion includes a hearty meal — the perfect refuel before you hop back on board the ATV for a thrilling return to your starting point. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Healy are included.