Alaska

Glaciers, bears, fjords and wilderness lodges in America's last frontier.
EXPLORE ↓
Scroll down

alaska

the last frontier

Alaska is huge, wild and spectacular. Glaciers calve into fjords, brown bears fish for salmon, and Denali rises above the tundra.

A handful of excellent wilderness lodges make it very comfortable, and small planes and helicopters open up places few people ever see.

where to go

where to go

  1. 01

    Denali

    North America's highest peak and a national park full of wildlife.

  2. 02

    Kenai Fjords

    Tidewater glaciers and marine wildlife.

  3. 03

    The Inside Passage

    Glacier Bay, fjords and small towns.

  4. 04

    Kachemak Bay

    A quiet bay of forest, islands and wildlife.

  5. 05

    Wrangell-St Elias

    The largest national park in the US.

  6. 06

    Katmai

    Brown bears catching salmon at Brooks Falls.

when to go

the seasons in alaska

Alaska is best from May to September, with long summer days.

June to August

summer

Long, mild days and peak wildlife.

May and September

shoulder

Quieter, with good wildlife and autumn colours in September.

November to March

winter

Northern lights, snow and dog sledding.

where to stay

places we love

Looking for something different? We know many more hotels and villas in Alaska, and we'll happily suggest the right one for you.

experiences

what we love to arrange

Bear viewing

Fly to see brown bears fishing for salmon.

Glacier landing

Land on a glacier by helicopter or small plane.

Whale watching

See humpbacks and orcas in the fjords.

Dog sledding

Meet the dogs and ride a sled, even in summer on a glacier.

Flightseeing

Fly around Denali on a clear day.

Fishing

Fish for salmon with an expert guide.

good to know

questions we’re often asked

Anything else you’d like to know? Simply ask us.

When is the best time to visit Alaska?

June to August for wildlife; winter for the northern lights.

Is Alaska good for families?

Very, especially at the backcountry lodges.

How do we get around?

Small planes, helicopters, rail and boats. We plan every connection.

Can we see bears?

Yes, from June to September, with the best viewing in July.

get in touch

ready to plan alaska?

Tell us your dates and we'll plan Alaska's lodges and wildlife.

Start a conversation

Discreet. Personal. No obligation.

IATA accreditedTakumiansTraveller Made member agencyATOL protected

Travel advice: The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has up-to-date advice on health and safety across the globe, as well as local laws, and passport and visa information. Please check travelaware.campaign.gov.uk and follow @FCDOtravelGovUK and Facebook.com/FCDOtravel regularly for updates ahead of travel, as the advice can change.