“Alaska Mountain Guides, quite simply the best.”
— Doug Fine | NPR Contributor & Author
— Doug Fine | NPR Contributor & Author
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Join experienced guides on a hiking adventure through the Tongass National Rainforest. Enjoy a narrated drive through historic Skagway and travel up the Klondike Highway into White Pass as your guide shares stories of the Klondike Gold Rush and the area’s natural history.
From the trailhead, spend about two hours hiking through alpine forest surrounded by the snowcapped peaks of the White Pass Mountains. Your naturalist guides stop often to point out local plants and wildlife and explain Alaska’s glacial history, for a closer look at the mountain and river scenery.
Midway through the hike, enjoy a snack at a breathtaking overlook of the Skagway Valley, White Pass and the Lynn Canal. It’s a great active adventure for families and children 6 and up, so be sure to bring your camera!
Meet your guide at the Skagway pier and board a comfortable van for a narrated drive through historic downtown and along the scenic Klondike Highway. Hear stories of the Klondike Gold Rush as you travel toward the forested mountains of White Pass.
Arrive at the trailhead for a brief safety orientation before setting off into the Tongass Rainforest. Follow your guide along a scenic trail surrounded by towering trees and the fresh air of Southeast Alaska.
Enjoy approximately two hours of guided hiking through beautiful alpine forest, with stops to discover native plants, local wildlife, and Alaska's fascinating glacial history. Take in breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys during your trek.
Reach a spectacular mountain overlook with sweeping views of the Skagway Valley, White Pass, and Lynn Canal. Enjoy a tasty trail snack, capture incredible photos, and take a moment to appreciate the scenery before heading back down the trail.
After your hike, enjoy a warm beverage and refreshing water at the Adventure Park kiosk before boarding your transportation back to Skagway. Return to your cruise ship pier with beautiful photos and memories of your mountain adventure.
Your guide will meet you 30 minutes prior to the tour start time to make sure all necessary paperwork is completed. If you are arriving by cruise ship, your guide will meet you at the end of the pier that your ship docks at.
Please stay at your cruise ship dock if you are a cruise ship passenger. Your guide will be holding a sign that says with the name of your tour.
FOR NON CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS, the meeting location is the Small Boat Harbor sign. 205 Congress Way, Skagway, AK 99840.
Absolutely! We offer vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly meal options to accommodate a variety of dietary needs and preferences.
If you have any dietary restrictions, food allergies, or special meal requests, please contact us in advance of your tour so our team can make the necessary arrangements. We want to ensure you have a delicious and enjoyable meal that meets your dietary needs.
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Some of our tours can accommodate guests with limited mobility.
Our Yukon Scenic Drive to Carcross is a great option for guests who can climb four steps into a van. Collapsible wheelchairs and strollers can also be stored onboard.
Our Wilderness Odyssey by Jet Boat in Haines can accommodate collapsible wheelchairs for storage, but guests must be able to walk approximately 200 yards along a steep dock ramp.
Most of our more active adventures, including hiking, kayaking, rafting, and zip-lining, are not wheelchair accessible.
Have questions about accessibility? Please let us know about any mobility needs when booking, or contact us at 907-531-8257 or [email protected].
We’re happy to help you find an adventure that’s right for you!
Alaska’s weather can be unpredictable, so dressing in layers is key!
We recommend bringing a waterproof rain jacket and wearing sturdy, closed-toe shoes on every adventure. Hiking boots are ideal for trails, while comfortable sneakers work well for most other tours.
For water-based adventures, pack an extra pair of socks. A warm hat, gloves, and a camera are always great additions, too!
Don’t worry about packing everything! Many of our tours provide rubber boots, rain ponchos, or additional outerwear.
*Be sure to check your tour’s description for details on what’s included.
We embrace Southeast Alaska’s unpredictable weather and our tours run rain or shine.
If in a rare instance weather does cause us to cancel the tour, we will provide assistance on finding an available alternative activity.
If no alternative excursion is available, you will be refunded in full.
You’ll be hiking over uneven, natural terrain.
There are exposed roots, rocks and sometimes slippery and muddy sections.
In certain sections we’ll use hand lines to help with getting up and down some steeper parts of the trail.
The length of the trail is approximately 3 miles roundtrip with an elevation change of
From breathtaking scenery to unforgettable experiences, the best of Alaska is waiting to be explored.
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