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Alaska—perhaps nowhere in North America is the call of the wild as strong. Join O.A.R.S. on this all‐encompassing exploration of wild Alaska which combines a three‐day rafting trip on the Talkeetna River with a three‐day sea kayaking adventure in Kenai Fjords National Park. Enjoy five nights of comfortable wilderness camping, gourmet meals and three nights of casual bed & breakfast and hotel accommodations. Experience the incredible terrain—mountains, rivers, glaciers, oceans and beaches—and catch a glimpse of the locals: eagles, moose, sea otters, seal, whales, sea birds and bears. 

Talkeetna River

This is the premier wilderness whitewater river trip in Alaska! Our three‐day river trip begins with an exciting bush flight from Talkeetna to the put‐in and gives you an excellent overview of this Alaskan wilderness area. One of the highlights of the upper Talkeetna River is the class III/IV whitewater through the heavily forested Talkeetna Canyon. Ten+ miles with almost continuous uninterrupted whitewater, (considered the longest rapid in North America at most water levels), is sure to please the first‐timer and the experienced rafter. Strong salmon runs are found along the Talkeetna River—and so are the bears! Caribou frequently wander in from the nearby Nelchina herd, and we often see moose and eagles by the river as well. On our final day we float into the wide Susitna Valley, where we can catch a view of Mt. McKinley on a clear day and get some last‐minute fishing in before reaching Talkeetna. 

Kenai Fjords National Park

At the tip of the Kenai Peninsula lies a land where the ice age still lingers. In Kenai Fjords, glaciers, earthquakes, and ocean storms are the architects. Ice worms, bears and whales make their home in this land of constant change. Imagine kayaking in a place of turquoise blue waters, tidewater and hanging glaciers, islands of protected coves and rugged cliffs teeming with whales and puffins under glorious skies. The waters abound with marine life. Sea otters casually watch you as they feed on sea urchins and mollusks; adolescent seals follow you curiously as you kayak in silence; pods of orcas glide through the waters. 

Wildlife

Wildlife abounds in Alaska. The list is impressive and includes bears (brown or grizzly bears and black bears), caribou, moose, wolves and dall sheep to name a few. Alaska is home to more than 445 species of birds including bald and golden eagles, puffins and cormorants. Did you know that some 13,000 trumpeter swans nest in Alaska? As many as 140 million seabirds feed in Alaskan waters. There is plenty to see in the oceans as well—orcas, beluga, gray and humpback whales, seals and sea otters. 

Multi-Sport

Something for everyone! Increasingly popular with our repeat travelers, our multi‐sport adventures are an easygoing way to explore—combining rafting and sea kayaking with other fun‐filled activities that take advantage of the best this region has to offer. Activities on the Wild Alaska itinerary include, rafting, hiking and sea kayaking. 

 Minimum Age: 12 Yrs

TRIP INCLUDES

• Skilled professional guide service 
• 3 nights hotel/B&B accommodation (based on double occupancy) 
• 5 nights catered camping 
• All meals as outlined in the itinerary   
• All activities as outlined in the itinerary, including rafting, sea kayaking, hiking 
• All camping equipment including sleeping bag, sleeping pad, two‐person shared tent   
• All transportation from day 1 through the return to Anchorage on day 9 
• High quality inflatable rafting and sea kayaking equipment including paddle, helmet and personal flotation device (PFD), waterproof bags 
• Dry suits, neoprene mittens and river shoes on the Class III‐IV whitewater segment of the Talkeetna River 
• Rubber boots on the kayaking trip

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