Price

$1,250 per person, plus NPS land fee and tax
Add $99 per person for Seward departures

Duration

6 Hours

Meeting/End Location

45495 Citabria Street, Nikiski, AK 99611
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Max Group Size

5 guests / plane
*4 person minimum is required per tour

Ages

Minimum age is 5 years old

Tour Location

Lake Clark National Park coastline. We choose the best location based on the timing of your tour.

Highlights

• Fascinating 6-hour Bear Viewing Experience in Lake Clark National Park. 
• Discover interesting bear facts, stories, and local history from your friendly guide
• Spot Alaska’s iconic volcanoes along the way and see the wilderness in entirely new ways
• Stunning waterfalls, snowcapped mountains, and bears all around

Difficulty

• This tour is rated as Moderate
• Some people may find this terrain difficult to travel in
• We regularly walk distances of 1-3+ miles during the tour
• The further you can hike the more opportunities we have to access different parts of the area
• The terrain is soft sandy beach, muddy and slippery estuaries, and lots of stepping up and down and over muddy, slippery sloughs, possible small creek crossings.

What’s Included

• Professional Bear Guide
• Round-trip bush flights to the backcountry
• Deli-style lunch – turkey wrap, granola bar, and piece of fruit (dietary options available)
• Interpretive guided hiking on this small group tour
• Rubber boots or hip boots (not needed for all areas)

Important Notes

• Please arrive 60 minutes early to check-in and get set up
• There are no bathrooms in the plane, or in the backcountry, though facilities are available before and after your tour
• You must have a reasonable level of fitness and be able to walk the distances listed on soft, muddy, slippery, and uneven terrain
• Children/Youth must be able to hike the distances listed, and must be well behaved and mindful of guide/parent/guardian instruction. For families with young children consider booking a private trip (call for details). Under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

What to Bring

• Bring snacks, and a water bottle (water can be filled at our office)
• Sturdy, well broken-in hiking boots or shoes
• Waterproof rain jacket required, rain pants highly recommended
• Dress for current weather conditions
• Camera, sunglasses, sunscreen, bug spray, and any personal items
• Cash or Venmo for pilot & guide gratuities (recommended!)