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Top things to do in Alaska in Summer (Updated August 2026)

Alaska, USA
Private Bear Viewing at Waterfall Creek

Bear Creek Outfitters pioneered Waterfall Creek as one of the premier bear viewing locations in SouthEast Alaska more than two decades ago. Our local expert...

5 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offered
5 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offered
5 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (4)
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$3,799
Anchorage Rain Gear Rental Jacket, Pants & Boots

Stay dry and comfortable during your adventures in Alaska with our complete 3-piece rain gear rental, including a jacket, pants, and boots. Perfect for exploring...

1 dayFree Cancellation
1 dayFree Cancellation
1 day • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$38
Full-Day Kayak Rental

Alaska is gorgeous with many lakes to explore. We have an excellent selection of kayaks and premium well maintained equipment. We have everything you need...

1 dayFree Cancellation
1 dayFree Cancellation
1 day • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$40
Fishing Package Rental in Anchorage: Chestwader & Spinning Rod/Reel Combo

Alaska Outdoor Gear Rental rents top of the line equipment and brands, and we are open year round. We provide all the equipment, instruction and...

1 dayFree Cancellation
1 dayFree Cancellation
1 day • Free Cancellation
4.5 (4)
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$65
Skagway Shore Excursion: Scenic River Float Tour
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Combine sightseeing and river rafting on this relaxing Skagway shore excursion. Enjoy a beautiful 10-mile (16-km) drive along the coast to the Dyea Valley, an...

135 to 150 minutesFree Cancellation
135 to 150 minutesFree Cancellation
135 to 150 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (288)
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$102.32
Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking
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Likely to Sell Out

Spend your time in port in Ketchikan paddling through the waters of the Pacific Ocean and discovering Alaska's Eagle Island. On this shore excursion, you'll...

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (427)
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$115
Tonsina Point Kayak in Resurrection Bay

This trip is the perfect introduction to sea kayaking. The tour departs from Lowell Point Beach in Seward and travels along Resurrection Bay to Tonsina...

3 to 4 hours
3 to 4 hours
3 to 4 hours
4.8 (133)
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$119
3 Hour Ladies Only Kayak Tour in Knik River

Ladies 18+ only! The headwaters of the Knik River is the largest Glacier in South Central Alaska, also bearing the name of Knik. This glacier-formed...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$130
Matanuska River Lions Head Whitewater Rafting

For 50 years, NOVA has been running Lions Head trips, offering nonstop thrills on this powerhouse glacial river. Featuring crashing waves and Class III &...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$139
Whale Watching Adventure in Juneau
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Although we are the original whale-watching company in Juneau (operating since 1994), we are still small and family-owned and operated! We want you to feel...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (323)
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$154
Resurrection Bay Kayaking Adventure

While making our way to our kayaking location, learn about life in Seward from your driver-guide, who will narrate as we make our way through...

3 hours 45 minutes
3 hours 45 minutes
3 hours 45 minutes
4.9 (264)
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$158
Juneau Small Group Sea Kayaking with Mendenhall Glacier Views
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Likely to Sell Out

Explore Juneau’s incredible coastline on this small-group kayaking adventure through the beautiful Mendenhall Wetlands. Keep your camera ready as you glide past eagles perched in...

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (112)
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$160.65
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