The best family-friendly activities in Alaska for parents and kids (Updated August 2026)

Sit back, relax, and take in the scenic Alaskan landscape as you're transported 60 miles east of Fairbanks to the famous Chena Hot Springs Resort....

This extended tour is one of the only guided mountain hikes in Ketchikan. And though we are not permitted to go the very top of...

Get ready to rev things up a notch and jump behind the wheel of a UTV, on this off-road safari! Explore the mountainous trails of...

Your adrenalin will be pumping when you captain a four- or six-passenger Zodiac, a rigid-hulled inflatable boat offering speed and agility. The adventure begins with...

Come join us on a lovely 3.6-mile roundtrip hike through an Alaska State Park into the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy a small group of up...

Come join us on a stunning 4-mile roundtrip hike in a small group of up to no more than 7 guests! This tour is led...

Explore the breathtaking waters of Ketchikan on this intimate whale watching tour. With a small group led by knowledgeable locals, enjoy personalized service as you...

Paddle across Mendenhall Lake, navigating past icebergs, surrounded by Alaskan wildlife on an exceptionally stable, 28-foot, traditional Tlingit-style canoe, with all modern safety gear supplied....

This is one of the only fully off-trail activities in Denali, and it's the ONLY survival focused activity offered in the Denali area. It is...

Embark on an unforgettable adventure directly from your cruise ship! Your expedition boat takes you on a magical journey through dynamic Sitka Sound, offering breathtaking...

Board a specialized vessel for a sightseeing cruise en route to our private island paddle base. Launch in a 2-person sea kayak on a fully...

We will share with you a brief history of Anchorage and its modern culture, you will see why we have chosen this incredible place to...