Denali Heli-Hike Adventure

Helicopter and Hiking Adventure in Denali Alaska (Denali National Park)
Excursion Highlights:
  • This tour offers one of the best opportunities in Denali to witness wildlife. Common sightings often include Dall sheep, caribou, golden eagles, moose, and the occasional grizzly bear.
  • Explore the remote tundra with a geological expert.
  • Every hike is meticulously planned, considering daily weather conditions, seasonal animal movements, and optimal viewpoints to ensure you experience the most captivating vistas of the Denali landscape.
  • Late July through August marks the blueberry season in the Denali region!
Price: $625.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Scenic
Shore Excursion Duration 5 Hours
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Custom pick-up from Denali hotels is provided for this tour. Please enter your desired pick-up location above.
Food/Beverage Provided A small snack and bottled water is included.
Recommended Dress For all tours in Alaska, we recommend wearing layers, with the top layer being waterproof. Closed-toe walking or hiking shoes are mandatory. Sunglasses are also recommended.
Restrictions This tour is not recommended for children under 10. All guests, regardless of age, must purchase a seat and be able to be belted in. Persons weighing more than 250 pounds fully clothed must pay an additional fee. The minimum fitness requirement is the ability to regularly walk more than one mile, twice per week. Guests must be able to walk steadily on uneven terrain for up to 3.5 hours. Walking is over packed dirt and gravel surfaces with some inclines. Guests are allowed to board the helicopter with one small backpack and are encouraged to bring water. No additional bags or purses, iPads, tablets, drones, selfie sticks, or similar devices are allowed on board the helicopter. Safe storage space for these items is provided. No animals of any kind are allowed to board the helicopter.

Denali Heli-Hike Adventure

Embark on your adventure from our exclusive helipad, where you'll soar with our seasoned pilots and a knowledgeable naturalist expert boasting over two decades of experience in the Denali National Park region.

Departing from this point, soar above the rugged terrain of the Alaskan Backcountry, keeping a watchful eye for wildlife such as caribou, moose, bear, and Dall sheep. Your experienced guide will choose a landing zone tailored to your preferences and hiking capabilities. Whether your desire is to ascend a steep slope to a mountainous ridge with panoramic views of the vast peaks and valleys, or to meander through the gentle tundra in search of encounters with Alaska's wildlife, the heli-hike is a personalized guided tour crafted to fulfill your individual preferences.

Immerse yourself in the tranquility and solitude that the authentic Alaskan wilderness provides, cultivating an appreciation for nature untouched by human hands. Allow your mind to expand and your thoughts to flow as your legs carry you through the great unknown, fostering a genuine connection with the untamed beauty of the landscape.

See Alaska's unspoiled natural beauty on this unforgettable wilderness adventure that puts you where few humans have gone before - deep in the heart of Alaska's backwoods.

Please Note: Flights are subject to cancellation based upon weather and flight conditions determined by the pilots on base. If you are staying in the Talkeetna area (McKinley Princess Lodge, Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, etc.), you are approximately 100 miles from the Denali Park main gate area from which this tour departs. You would be responsible for your own transportation to the Denali area.