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

Alaska, USA
Juneau Shore Excursion: Mendenhall Glacier Canoe, Paddle and Hike
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Likely to Sell Out

The Glacier Canoe Paddle and Hike is our most sought-after adventure. Your journey begins at the Mendenhall Lake, where a canoe guide will provide paddle...

5 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (78)
from
$402.09
Knik Glacier Helicopter Flight-90 Mins-1 Landing-Anchorage Area
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Likely to Sell Out

See the Chugach Range from the air as your helicopter flight takes you over snow capped mountain peaks and braided river valleys to land on...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (68)
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$519
Anchorage Prince William Sound Heli Tour with Glacier Landing

Enjoy aerial views of blue ice-fields and hanging glaciers as you glide past the rugged peaks of the Chugach mountians. During your tour, your pilot will land on a glacier and...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (64)
from
$769
Kenai Fjords (Grand Day) Wildlife Cruise & Glacier Kayak Combo
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Likely to Sell Out

This is the ULTIMATE Alaskan experience! Our private charter catamaran will take you to wild places to paddle near a massive glacier with your guide....

10 hours
10 hours
10 hours
5.0 (62)
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$600
Juneau Tracy Arm–Fords Terror Wilderness Area & Glacier Explorer
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Likely to Sell Out

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8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
8 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (58)
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$329
Tonsina Point Kayak and Exploration

Experience the beauty of Resurrection Bay, its abundant marine life, and beautiful glacial vistas on this Seward kayaking excursion from Lowell Point. On this trip,...

7 hours
7 hours
7 hours
5.0 (57)
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$225
Glacier Blue Kayak & Grandview Tour

Mornings at Spencer Glacier are the most serene & consistently magnificent time to paddle. Kayak around icebergs and up close to the Spencer Glacier terminus...

11 hours
11 hours
11 hours
4.9 (53)
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$415
Brooks Falls Katmai Bear Viewing in a Float Plane
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Likely to Sell Out

Wildlife Photography Trip of a Lifetime! Highly experienced Bush Pilot ! Smaller groups for a better experience!...

6 to 7 hours
6 to 7 hours
6 to 7 hours
4.9 (47)
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$1,495
Chilkoot Lake Kayaing - Departing from Haines.

We offer small group guided guided kayak trips on this pristine mountain lake near Haines, Alaska. Our guides all undergo rigorous in house safety training...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (47)
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$166
Half-Day Three Canyon Six Mile Creek Whitewater Rafting

Challenge yourself on Class V rapids on this three canyon rafting adventure on the Six Mile Creek. Paddle through towering canyon walls and cascading waterfalls...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (46)
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$299
Glacier and Mountain Viewing Intro Flight

Go on a beautiful 15-minute helicopter tour to view a glacier before landing at a magnificent location. Weather depending your skilled pilot can take you...

30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (41)
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$295
Half-Day Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Float Tour
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

The world-famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve boasts the largest gathering of bald eagles anywhere in the world! Your adventure begins with a spectacular drive along...

4 hours
4 hours
4 hours
4.8 (41)
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$181.67
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