Top Ideas and Activities for an Incredible Alaska Adventure VacationExploring An Active Alaska Adventure Vacation Nothing says "adventure" like Alaska! An Alaska Adventure Vacation can either be extremely active or just an easy-going exploration. For the outdoor enthusiast - there's lots of great activities, including Alaska whitewater rafting , trekking, wildlife viewing, glaciering, and sea kayaking. Every region of Alaska, from the Far North to the Southwest, offers a wide variety of things to see and do. And if your ideal adventure is exploring the unspoiled coastlines of Alaska's inside passage, why not try a popular Alaska Adventure Cruise You'll see rugged coastal mountains and spectacular fjords that are sure to impress! Look below as we explore areas and activities that you won't want to miss on your next Alaska vacation! There's also information on the best time to go and 'package tours' as well.
Exploring the Alaska Wilderness
Both Fairbanks and Anchorage are great starting points to begin exploring the scenic wonders of Alaska. Denali National Park, home to North
America's tallest peak, Mt Mckinley is only a two-hour drive south of Fairbanks.
Hiking, camping, along with wildlife viewing are popular activities within the Park. Denali State Park, southeast of the National Park is where you'll want to go for panoramic views of the Alaska range and Mt. Mckinley. There's plenty of tundra to explore in Alaska's Interior as well. 
Heading to The Far North really becomes adventuresome. The small town of Nome with a population of 4000 is only accessible by air from Anchorage
and Fairbanks.
There's lots to see - try renting a car and driving the 300 plus miles of road around the southern coast of the Seaward Peninsula. Tundra, Eskimos, and incredible untouched wilderness! Cross over the Arctic Circle to Kotzebue Sound via air from Nome. For something out of the ordinary, a drive up the 415 mile-long unpaved Dalton Highway enables you to cross the Arctic Circle by vehicle. For 240 miles (390 kms), there are no services - no gas, no restaurants, no hotels! But the scenery is Awesome! 
In Southcentral Alaska, you can enjoy vast areas of remote wilderness, with everything from hiking to wildlife viewing, but with the convenience of a linked road
system.
South of Anchorage is the beautiful Kenai Peninsula. For the best wildlife viewing - take a cruise from Seaward into the Kenai Fjords National Park. Glaciers, whalewatching, and spectacular coastal scenery! The Prince William Sound region also has thousands of glaciers, with flightseeing tours and day cruises from Valdez and Whittier. 
Moving to the Southwest, nature lovers will enjoy discovering the Aleutian Islands, and the region's terain, with plenty of brown bears and outstanding fishing.
Lake Clark National Park has over 4 million acres of rugged beauty to explore. This is the place to discover untamed wilderness on an incredible Alaska adventure vacation! All access to this area of Alaska is by air service and state ferry. 
Alaska's Inside Passage is home to spectacular Glacier Bay. Fjords filled with wildlife and striking island scenery!
From Juneau, you can organize a variety of excursions, including an overnight cruise, a sea kayaking expedition, or a flightseeing tour. Adventure Activities in Alaska
If your idea of adventure is experiencing the outdoors - Alaska has got it all! From nature trails to physically challenging mountain hikes, the possibilities are endless!
On water, kayaking is available in many rivers, lakes, and protected coastal waters. River rafting and glaciering are exciting activities, and can be an "experience of
a lifetime".
How about venturing to an area off the beaten path - Alaska is the place to do it! For example - weeklong dog mushing excursions are available into remote areas! And driving one of the many "scenic byways" is also exciting and makes for a truly unforgettable Alaska adventure vacation!
Alaska Package ToursThere are many adventure tour packages available including roundtrip transportation to Alaska. One of the best ways to explore the State is on an exciting Alaska cruise.There's also a huge selection of travel companies in Alaska offering all sorts of excursions. Activities such as flightseeing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, wildlife viewing, and much more. One day sightseeing packages can be arranged from most ports and cities, leaving you to explore Alaska at your own pace. Best Time to Vist AlaskaAlaska adventure travel can be enjoyed year round! The peak season for travel is from May to Mid-September. The daylight hours are long and the temperature is warm.The "shoulder" season is Early May, and Late September and October. This is the best time to go as temperatures are still relatively mild, and discounts for travel and activities can be found. If you're after a winter adventure, there's nothing wrong with traveling from November to April. Prices for accomodation are at their lowest during these months.
An Alaska Adventure Vacation - What a great way to explore "The Last Frontier"!
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