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TALKEETNA – ACTIVE TOURS

Wilderness Jetboat Adventure Tour from Talkeetna

This scenic tour aboard the 51-passenger "Talkeetna Queen" will give you the opportunity to experience wildlife, folklore, and historical artifacts. Conditions permitting, enjoy panoramic view of Mt. McKinley and the Alaska Range. Along the way, look for bald eagles, beavers, or moose. During your tour you will stop at a wilderness site where you will take a leisurely 1/4 mile nature walk and visit an authentic trapper's cabin with its original furnishings and view how trappers lived in "Bush" Alaska at the turn of the century. You will also visit a replicated Native Alaskan encampment to learn about the indigenous culture.  Tour includes: Transfers from most Talkeetna area hotels.

Season: Daily departures May 15 - September 20, 2013
Departure Time: 8:45am (08:45H)/12:00pm (12:00H)/2:30pm (14:30H)/6:30pm (18:30H) - 18:30H departure only until September 12
(The following dates are currently sold out for only 2:30pm/14:30H departure : June 10, July 4 & 8, August 7)
Duration: 2 hours

Price: USD 70 per adult / USD 53 per child (0-12 years)

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Three Rivers Jetboat Tour from Talkeetna

This jet boat trip will take you on 3 rivers: the Talkeetna, Chulitna, and Susitna. You will go through the Chulitna River Gorge and experience class II and III whitewater. During a leisurely 1/4 mile nature walk along the Susitna River, you will visit an authentic trapper's cabin with its rustic furnishings and see how people lived in the "bush" at the turn of the century. You will also visit a replicated Native Alaskan encampment to learn about the indigenous culture.  Tour includes: Transfers from most Talkeetna area hotels.

Season: Daily departures May 25 - September 10, 2013
(The following dates are currently sold out : May 25, July 7, August 4, 24, 31, September 1)Departure Time: 3:30pm (15:30H)
(Departure time for the following dates will be 4:30pm (16:30H) : June 24, July 1, 15, 22, August 5, 26)
Duration: 3.5 hours

Price: USD 120 per adult / USD 90 per child (0-12 years)

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Devil's Canyon Jetboat Adventure Tour from Talkeetna

Depart this morning on your jet boat tour, which takes you 130 miles through Denali State Park and into the National Wild River Park of "Devil's Gorge." Navigate through class IV and V whitewater as you access the remote wilderness. You will visit an authentic trapper's cabin with its rustic furnishings and a replica Native Alaskan camp. As you travel, look for wildlife like bald eagles, beavers, moose, salmon and maybe even bears. This exciting tour is for the more adventuresome soul. Tour includes: A boxed lunch and transfers to and from most Talkeetna accomodations.

Required at time of booking: Hotel information in Talkeetna if transfer is required, and dietary restrictions.

Season: Daily departures May 25 - September 5, 2013
Departure Time: 9:30am (9:30H)
(Departure time for the following dates will be 8:15am (08:15H) : June 24, July 1, 15, 22, August 5, 26)
Duration: 5 hours



Price: USD 170 per adult / USD 128 per child (0-12 years)

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Talkeetna Lakes Guided Hiking Tour from Talkeetna

Explore Talkeetna's best trail with a great naturalist guide. A new scene of beauty unfolds around every turn on this 3-mile moderate hike. Look for loons and kingfishers on the lakes, moose and bears in the woods and Mt. McKinley on the horizon. This lush old-growth forest is alive with songbirds, wildflowers, berries and mushrooms. A great trip in any weather! A healthy, home-baked snack is included. (Tour departs from the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge).

NOTE: A 2-person minimum is required for the tour to operate. Children have to be at least 6 years old in order to participate in the this tour.

Season: Daily departures May 27 - September 15, 2013
Departure Time: 6:00pm (18:00H)
Duration: 2.5-3 hours

Price: USD 59 per adult / USD 39 per child (6-12years)

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Ultimate Denali Hiking Experience Tour from Talkeetna

Take a scenic floatplane flight into Denali National Park for an alpine hike deep within the park. Enjoy views of towering granite peaks and glaciers as you approach Mt. McKinley. Land on Lake Moraine, which was recently carved by Backside and Ruth Glaciers. Experience the true backcountry of Denali as you hike with a knowledgeable guide on hilly terrain that is only accessible by floatplane. Trail options range from moderately easy to difficult. After a 2-hour hike and a snack, return to Talkeetna. Tour includes: Roundtrip floatplane trip, guided hiking and a snack.

NOTE: Children must be at least 8 years old to participate. A 2-person minimum is required; 6-person maximum keeps tour groups small. Flights with landings are subject to a $10 National Park fee per person, to be paid at time of departure in Talkeetna

Season: Daily departures June 15 to September 15, 2013
Departure Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 4.5 hours, including transfers



Price: USD 495 per person

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Half Day Talkeetna River Fishing Adventure

Travel by jet boat to the best fishing holes on the Talkeetna River.  Depending on the time of the summer, you will be fishing for a variety of Alaska's popular game fish including trout, arctic grayling and the various species of salmon. You can chose between fly fishing and spin cast fishing.  Tour includes: fishing guide, gear and transfer from most local hotels.  Not included: Fishing license and King Salmon Stamps.

NOTE: Guide line for fishing season (subject to change, guideline only!):
Mid May - Mid June and Mid Sep - Early October: Trout, Arctic Grayling, and Dolly Varden Late May - June: Red Salmon / Mid June - Mid July: King Salmon / Early Aug
Mid Sep: Silver Salmon / Mid July - Late Aug: Pink and Chum Salmon

Required at time of booking: You must let us know which type of gear you prefer at the time of booking (spincast or flyfishing). There is a 2-person minimum for this tour to operate.

Season: Daily Departures May 15 - Sept 30, 2013
Departure Time: 8:00H and 15:00H
Duration: 5 hours not including transfers


Price: USD 205 per person

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