Experience the unforgettable beauty of this vast and remote wilderness on this 5-hour river adventure. A 130-mile round trip river excursion through Denali State Park and into the nationally registered Wild River Park of “Devil’s Gorge” will offer a safe, dry and comfortable way to experience whitewater and you can venture where only few have gone.
Denali and the whole Alaska Range are visible from the river, but it is dependent on the weather.
Yes, the boats are covered and we provide umbrellas at the site for the trail walk.
There are bathrooms on the 50+ passenger boats but not on the 14 or 20 passenger ones; however there are porta potties available at the adventure site and at the dock.
We cannot guarantee wildlife but there are always opportunities while on the river.
No, Princess has shuttles that run between the lodge and town and drop off in our parking lot. They are located about a 1 hour drive away from Talkeetna.
Warm clothing, temperatures on the river change rapidly. For your comfort we suggest that you dress in layers: a T-shirt, long sleeve shirt, jacket and stocking cap. Sunglasses, the sun reflecting off the water can be very intense. You may also want sunscreen. Camera and binoculars, you may see wildlife on our tours. Rain coat.
Service animals are dogs and miniature horses trained to perform tasks for the benefit of individuals with physical or mental disabilities –such as guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, altering and protecting people prone to seizures, or other tasks directly related to a disability. Pets and other animals whose sole function is to provide comfort, companionship or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act or state law, and they are not allowed on our boats.
Why take this tour?
Experience the unforgettable beauty of this vast and remote wilderness on this 5-hour river adventure. A 130-mile round trip river excursion through Denali State Park and into the nationally registered Wild River Park of “Devil’s Gorge” will offer a safe, dry and comfortable way to experience whitewater and you can venture where only few have gone.This is one of our more adventurous trips, designed for those wishing to experience the thrill of the ultimate Alaska river voyage. Along the trip, you will stop at our Adventure site for a 1/4-mile nature walk, where you will see how the early settlers of the area lived. The Dena'ina Indians are the earliest native settlers of the area and you will experience the Encampment and see how very basically and rustically they lived barely over 100 years ago. There is also a visit to an authentic trapper’s cabin with its original furnishings and a view of how trappers lived in "Bush" Alaska at the turn of the century. Your experienced guide will display furs from the local area and demonstrate trapping methods.
Naturalists will acquaint you with the wildflowers and plants that grow in abundance along the river system and you will learn about the edible plants that were used by the Native Americans for cooking and medicines and what is still eaten today. As you travel further into the remote Alaskan wilderness along the river you will have ever-present opportunities to view nesting bald eagles, beaver activity, and salmon and you just might see moose, black bear, and grizzly bear roaming the shore, but this isn't designated as a wildlife trip, so there are no guarantees.
Please dress warmly according to the weather. Layer your clothing and wear comfortable walking shoes. Be sure and bring your camera to capture this incredible experience. A quality deli lunch is included in this all-day adventure. Stand in the splendor of Denali and the Alaska Range from a spectacular vantage point on the Susitna River!
Folklore, artifacts, majestic scenery at every turn, and great adventure combine to make this an unforgettable and exciting Alaska river adventure as this is the only tour able to take you into Devil's Canyon while on your Alaskan experience. Travel Distance: 130 miles Check in time: 30 minutes before departure Please dress warmly and wear comfortable walking shoes for the nature walk. Be sure to bring your camera to capture this amazing experience. Prices are subject to change and a fuel charge may be added.
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