Helicopter Ride and Hike in Denali National Park
Embark on a scenic helicopter flight over Denali National Park and enjoy a hiking adventure through the Alaskan backcountry with an experienced local naturalist.
About this activity:
- Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later: Reserve your spot today and pay nothing upfront
- Duration: 5 hours (Check availability for starting times)
- Live tour guide: English
- Optional pickup: Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. You will receive a message from the local activity provider regarding your exact pickup time once your booking is confirmed.
- Small group: Limited to 10 participants
Experience Highlights:
- Admire rolling tundra and alpine ridgelines from the air
- Learn about Denali's wildlife and plant life
- Spot wildlife up close on a custom-tailored hike
- Experience the Alaskan wilderness from both the air and on foot
- Hike in a remote area just outside Denali National Park with a knowledgeable guide
Full Description:
Discover remote areas of the Alaskan backcountry that are usually inaccessible in a day with this helicopter and hike adventure. Join a local naturalist guide to explore the park's flora and fauna. Lift off from a private riverside heliport and enjoy an exhilarating flight offering stunning bird's-eye views of the Alaskan wilderness. The helicopter will take you to a hiking area just outside the boundaries of Denali National Park.
Once there, embark on a gentle, tailor-made trek above the tree line. Your guide will share extensive knowledge of the local ecosystem, and you'll have the chance to see wildlife up close. After your hike, return to the heliport by helicopter.
Includes:
- Helicopter ride
- Guided hike
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected)
- Tour guide
Not suitable for: Children under 2 years, wheelchair users
Meeting point:
Look for the building with "TEMSCO" written on it.
What to bring:
- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothing
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Snacks
- Water
- Rain gear
- Daypack
- Binoculars
Not allowed:
- Pets
- Smoking
- Drones
- Selfie sticks
- Tablets/iPads
Know before you go:
- This is a gentle hike; you must be able to walk steadily on uneven terrain for up to 3.5 hours
- Children under 12 are not permitted to fly without a guardian
- If a passenger aged 12-17 is flying unaccompanied, the local activity provider must be notified before departure. A parental consent form signed by a parent or legal guardian is required at check-in.
- Passengers weighing 250 lbs (113 kg) or more fully clothed at the time of departure will incur a surcharge fee to reserve an additional half seat in the aircraft. This surcharge fee is per person. The weights of other party members do not affect this policy.
