Experience backpacking in Lake Clark National Park observing the Alaska brown bears. Backpack for over 40 miles. Camp in a new place every night as you discover incredible viewpoints and see the Alaska brown bears in their natural habitat.
Bears & Beaches Backpacking Adventure from Kenai, Alaska
Summary Description
Highlights
- Exhilarating 5-day backpacking expedition through the heart of bear country
- Experience the first class backpacking camp accommodations
- Explore the backcountry and watch bears in their natural habitat as we live amongst them
- An adventure of a lifetime, the ONLY bears backpacking expedition in Alaska
Description
You haven’t truly experienced living until you’ve backpacked with the brown bears of Alaska! We designed this 5-day backpacking experience to hit the highlights and fully immerse you into the natural rhythm of the backcountry in dense brown bear habitat. Stare in wonder at the magnificent brown bear. Check. Feel the ocean breeze in your hair as you hike miles through pristine brown bear habitat. Check. A friendly, local bear guide to share stories, point out curious animals, and guide you through the backcountry. Check, check, and check. With a fully immersive backcountry experience and an adventure of a lifetime – it’s time you knocked this iconic Alaskan experience off your bucket list.
In contrast to crowded lodges and other backpacking tours in Alaska, our camps are comfortable, safe, and limited to 6 guests.
Beyond the jaw-dropping scenery, your experienced and friendly guide will share stories, local history, wildlife facts, and answer any questions you have throughout the tour.
Included / Excluded
- Accommodations – 4 nights tent accommodations
- Professional Bear Guides
- Round-trip bush flights during the trip
- Expedition-grade tents and large gathering tent
- Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and pillow
- Hiking equipment – trekking poles
- All meals - Guides prepare and cook all meals
- Cooking equipment, eating utensils, food bowl, and hot drink mug
- Beverages – water, tea, coffee, hot cocoa, apple cider, lemonade
- Water filtration equipment and storage
- Bear safety equipment
- Packing list
- Gratuities for your guide
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Alaska West Air Inc, Citabria Street, Nikiski, AK, USA
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- There are no bathrooms in the backcountry, so bathroom breaks are done nature-style
- You must be able to walk on uneven, soft, rocky, and slippery terrain for up to 5+ miles per day
- Under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age requirement of 12 years old
- This tour is rated as Moderate to Strenuous
- Bring snacks, and a water bottle (water will be refilled at camp)
- Bring a backpack 70-80 liters, clothes for dressing in layers
- Waterproof rain jacket & rain pants required
- Please refer to the packing list for details
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 180 days
Cancellation Notes: Up to 180 days before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 180 days before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
| Participant | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (12 - years) | $4,571.63 |
About operator:
Kenai Backcountry Adventures' professionally guided wilderness adventure tours will take you into the most breathtaking backcountry areas Alaska has to offer. From national parks to wildlife refuges, mountain peaks to majestic rivers, our groups are small, but our adventures are BIG! Purveying family-friendly day adventures to all-inclusive, multi-day expeditions with flexible itineraries at a comfortable pace. Purveyors of Adventure in Alaska's Backcountry! Guided backpacking, packrafting, hiking, rafting, skiing & splitboarding in Kenai Fjords National Park, Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, Lake Clark National Park, Katmai National Park, & throughout Alaska.
Basic Information
- Duration: 5 days
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
- Max Group Size: 6
- Category: Outdoor Adventure
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