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Denali: Naturalist Walking Tour in Denali National Park

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Denali: Naturalist Walking Tour in Denali National Park
Top rated
4.866667 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.866667 out of 5 stars
15 reviews

Take a relaxing walk through the beautiful boreal forest of Denali with an expert naturalist guide. Learn about the flora and fauna that make this place home, and about the geologic forces at play.

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
You will be picked up in a 15 passenger van in front of your hotel.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Pamela S. – United States

We thoroughly enjoyed our informative nature hike with Jason. He obviously loves what he does and is very energetic! Could be from all of the weird stuff he eats from the forest floor (e.g. moose and bird droppings). Before the walk, he explained the activity level several times to ensure we were up to the hike; however, about mid-way, Jason decided he was the one who needed a rest and plopped himself down on the bog, laid back and ate berries. 😊 He introduced us to his friend Jeffrey (a red squirrel). There were so many red squirrels, I’m wondering how he could tell one from another. Jason was very kind in offering to take our pictures while out and about. We later learned that he really just wanted to take selfies. We even have one where he is giggling while taking it. In all seriousness, Jason was a great guide and knew his stuff. When we make it back that way, we will be sure to ask for him. Thanks Jason!

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GetYourGuide traveler –

Very enjoyable. Jason was our guide and he was very friendly and knowledgeable.

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    7 pickup location options:

    Grande Denali Lodge, Denali Cabins - Denali National Park, Denali Grizzly Bear Resort, McKinley Chalet Resort, Denali Bluffs Hotel, Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, Denali Park Village

  • Van

    (15 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Denali National Park and Preserve

    Walk (2.5 hours)

  • Van

    (15 minutes)

  • 7 drop-off locations:

    Grande Denali Lodge, McKinley Chalet Resort, Denali Grizzly Bear Resort, Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, Denali Cabins - Denali National Park, Denali Bluffs Hotel, Denali Park Village

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • See incredible views of the National Park, and of unique glacial land features.
  • Learn how the plants, animals, and fungi all work together to survive.
  • Walk along beautiful and well groomed trails through Denali's boreal forest
  • You're helping Denali! We donate 5% of our net profits to conservation.

Full description

Lush forests. Exotic wildlife. Abundant wildflowers. These are all staples of Denali’s boreal forest.

But why? Denali is a frozen wasteland in the winter. Why is it so spectacular during the summer? That’s one of the many questions we answer on the Naturalist Walking Tour.

“But helpful stranger,” I can hear you saying. “I’m not a hiker! I like walking, but I can’t climb a mountain!”

Well, my lovely friend, guess what? You don’t have to be an avid hiker to enjoy this tour. You’ll be on well-maintained trails the entire time. The leisurely pace will let you take in the beauty of the National Park as you walk.

Listen to the twittering birds. The chattering squirrels. Stop and smell the delicate wildflowers. Later in the season, enjoy a bounty of delicious berries. Cloudberries, crowberries, lingonberries, nagoonberries, bog bilberries, and more. I’m willing to bet you’ve never heard of many of those. Want to know what they taste like? You should. They’re delicious!

The truth is, I can’t touch on everything that you’ll learn on the Naturalist Walking Tour. You’ll have to book it to find out. What I can promise you is this: Your fellow travelers will be shocked by your Denali knowledge after this tour. Don’t believe me? Just watch their face when you point to a clearing and tell them the depth of the permafrost there.

The benefits of delving deeper in Denali don’t stop there. When you understand something, you appreciate it. Think about your favorite things in life. You understand them pretty well, right? The same goes for your vacation. You’re traveling thousands of miles to see Denali. Don’t let it be the cookie-cutter vacation that leaves so many feeling disappointed.

Chances are, you’ll learn more on this tour than on the rest of your vacation combined. You’re the type of person who wants more than the average tourist experience. You’re here after all! That’s admirable. It’s what we’re here for too. Don’t just see Denali. Experience it. Understand it.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Food and water

Select participants and date

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Water

Know before you go

  • You will need to be standing and walking for 3 hours.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 15 reviews

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Pamela S. – United StatesJune 4, 2024 – Verified booking
We thoroughly enjoyed our informative nature hike with Jason. He obviously loves what he does and is very energetic! Could be from all of the weird stuff he eats from the forest floor (e.g. moose and bird droppings). Before the walk, he explained the activity level several times to ensure we were up to the hike; however, about mid-way, Jason decided he was the one who needed a rest and plopped himself down on the bog, laid back and ate berries. 😊 He introduced us to his friend Jeffrey (a red squirrel). There were so many red squirrels, I’m wondering how he could tell one from another. Jason was very kind in offering to take our pictures while out and about. We later learned that he really just wanted to take selfies. We even have one where he is giggling while taking it. In all seriousness, Jason was a great guide and knew his stuff. When we make it back that way, we will be sure to ask for him. Thanks Jason!
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GetYourGuide traveler – June 12, 2024 – Verified booking
Very enjoyable. Jason was our guide and he was very friendly and knowledgeable.
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William – United StatesJuly 14, 2024 – Verified booking
We had a great time with Sam on our hike. We learned a lot about plants, and had a fun informative time.

Product ID: 475258

Activity provider:Northern Epics

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