LET’S Go for a
hike in denali!

Offering guided 3- 4 hour hikes in the National Park and the Denali Area for big groups and small private custom trips

We offer private guided hikes Book Now

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5/26 Afternoon Hike 25% OFF

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We offer private guided hikes Book Now 🏕 Dream it 🏕 5/26 Afternoon Hike 25% OFF 🏕

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Morning or Afternoon HIke

TRIP TIMES: 8am & 1pm
HIKING TIME: 2-4 hours
LEVEL: Easy/Moderate/Strenuous
DISTANCE: 2-7 miles (Depending on group)
ELEVATION GAIN: 800-1250 feet

Morning or Afternoon Hike: Denali’s Nature Taiga & Tundra Trails
Trail Selection Based on Conditions

Start your day with an invigorating morning hike, perfect for those who want to greet the day surrounded by the pristine beauty of Denali. This moderate trek takes you along a gradual climb on a well-graded path, offering a perfect balance of adventure and comfort. In the Denali area, summer days seem endless, inviting you to step away from the hustle of tours and explore the raw beauty of the taiga and tundra on foot. This afternoon hike is a perfect way to experience Alaska’s wild landscape, with nothing but the sound of your footsteps and the rhythm of nature.

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Private HIke

TRIP TIME: Custom Time Departures
HIKING TIME: 1/2 Day (4hr) or Full Day (8hr)
LEVEL: Easy/Moderate/Strenuous
DISTANCE: 3-7 miles round trip
ELEVATION GAIN: 800-1250 feet

Customize your Hike:
Trails available based on conditions

If you prefer escaping the confines of mixed group tours and crave a more personal, tailored adventure, our Private Hiking Trips are designed just for you. See below to learn more. Or Book Now to reserve your tailored Private Experince.

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Would you like an exclusive private hiking adventure with just your group and our experienced guide? We can customize a hiking itinerary that caters to your pace and your exploration desires. There are a variety of marked—as well as off-the-beaten-path—options that our guides can provide. Our guides will work with your group to tailor to your interest and miles for your adventure. Our guides offer extensive knowledge of the local area and numerous trails and off trail locations. Our guides are have certifications with immersive guiding, Leave No Trace.  They share knowledge of surrounding history, animals, flora/fauna and will entertain you with stories of the area.  We aim to make this the one experience from your time in Alaska that you will always be talking about. 

Costs:
Half Day (up to 4 hours) – Up to 4 people, $600 ($125 for each additional person) 
Full Day (up to 8 hours) – Up to 4 people, $850 ($125 for each additional person)

Backpacking trips: Call or email for details 907 683 2040 info@newwaveraft.com

ABout our exclusive private trips

ARE YOU STAYING AT A HOTEL IN THE DENALI AREA?
HIKING Pick up & drop off information

New Wave rafting guests can be picked up at the provided list of hotels. Please wait in the front lobby of the hotel.

8:00 AM Trips
8:05 AM  Denali Cabins
8:00 AM  Denali Park Village
8:00 AM  Grizzly Bear
7:50 AM  Riley Creek Mercantile
7:50 AM  Visitors Center Bus Stop
7:30 AM  Grande Denali Lodge
7:35 AM  Denali Bluffs
7:45 AM  Chalets / Princess
7:40 AM  Crow’s Nest (Bottom of Trail)

1:00 PM Trips
1:05 PM  Denali Cabins
1:00 PM  Denali Park Village
1:00 PM  Grizzly Bear
12:50 PM  Riley Creek Mercantile
12:50 PM  Visitors Center Bus Stop
12:30 PM  Grande Denali Lodge
12:35 PM  Denali Bluffs
12:45 PM  Chalets / Princess
12:40 PM  Crow’s Nest (Bottom of Trail)

6:45 PM Trips
7:30 PM  Denali Cabins
7:25 PM  Denali Park Village
7:20 PM  Grizzly Bear
7:10 PM  Riley Creek Mercantile
7:05 PM  Visitors Center Bus Stop
6:25 PM  Grande Denali Lodge
6:35 PM  Denali Bluffs
6:45 PM  Chalets / Princess
6:40 PM  Crow’s Nest (Bottom of Trail)

6:00 PM Trips (End of season only)
6:30 PM  Denali Cabins
6:25 PM  Denali Park Village
6:20 PM  Grizzly Bear
6:15 PM  Riley Creek Mercantile
6:10 PM  Visitors Center Bus Stop
5:45 PM  Grande Denali Lodge
5:50 PM  Denali Bluffs
6:00 PM  Chalets / Princess
5:55 PM  Crow’s Nest (Bottom of Trail)

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