Alaska itself is a Bucket List trip for many people. But once you get here, what are the best ways to explore and experience the state? We’ve put together a short list of activities that scream “Alaska!” These are the things people come here to see; towering mountains, glaciers and incredible whales, enormous bears and majestic eagles. Alaska will never disappoint!
For a complete listing of things to do in Alaska, click here!
Cruise Alaska’s Fjords and Inlets to see Glaciers and Wildlife
When visitors picture Alaska, towering glaciers and incredible wildlife are usually the first two images that come to mind. Cruising the Fjords and protected waterways of Alaska is a great way to see both! These day cruise operators are the best in Alaska.
Valdez
Juneau
Seward
Portage Recreation Area
Haines
Talkeetna
Take a flightseeing tour over the mountains
Nothing else can show you the size and scale of Alaska like taking a flightseeing tour over the glaciers, and mountains. There are even tour providers that will land on a glacier and allow you to get out and explore the state from an unbelievable vantage point. Here are our recommended flightseeing tour operators.
Denali National Park
Talkeetna
Ketchikan
Burwash Landing
Ride the Train through the Alaskan wilderness
Denali National Park
Kenai Peninsula
