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

Alaska, USA
Rafting Adventure on Resurrection River from Seward, Alaska

The Best Way to Discover Seward’s Hidden Wilderness... On the water is where memories are made… Whether it’s the exhilarating rush as you come up …More

The Best Way to Discover Seward’s Hidden Wilderness... On the water is where memories are made… Whether it’s the exhilarating rush as you come up...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$340
Guided Kayak Tour on Trail Lake

Our guides bring this small Alaskan town’s history to life and the stories of locals like Alaska Nellie, Gold Miner Joe, Mad Sally and the …More

Our guides bring this small Alaskan town’s history to life and the stories of locals like Alaska Nellie, Gold Miner Joe, Mad Sally and the...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$141
Kayak and Hike to Deep Blue, Glacially Carved Grant Lake, Alaska

Kayak on TWO amazing glacial lakes! This adventure begins with a paddle across Trail Lake in Historic Moose Pass. Our guides bring this small Alaskan …More

Kayak on TWO amazing glacial lakes! This adventure begins with a paddle across Trail Lake in Historic Moose Pass. Our guides bring this small Alaskan...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$282
Island Discovery Kayak Paddle in Sitka, Alaska

Local Expertise: Your guide is a Sitka local and certified kayaking instructor, sharing insider knowledge of the region’s wildlife, history, and unique coastal landscapes. Small …More

Local Expertise: Your guide is a Sitka local and certified kayaking instructor, sharing insider knowledge of the region’s wildlife, history, and unique coastal landscapes. Small...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$212
Knik Glacier Kayaking Tour from Anchorage: 4x4 Off-Road Adventure

Unlike standard tours, this trip combines two immersive experiences—off-roading and glacier kayaking—in one full day. You’ll travel deep into terrain that’s only accessible by 4x4, …More

Unlike standard tours, this trip combines two immersive experiences—off-roading and glacier kayaking—in one full day. You’ll travel deep into terrain that’s only accessible by 4x4,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$699
Juneau Jetski & Whale Adventure

After 10 years of high adventure tours from Seattle to Juneau we are now offering a tour of the Juneau waters from a new perspective, …More

After 10 years of high adventure tours from Seattle to Juneau we are now offering a tour of the Juneau waters from a new perspective,...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$550
Mendenhall Lake Canoe Adventure

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. …More

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....

4 hours
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$259
Private Group Eagle Preserve Float Trip in Haines

Simply put, a private rafting excursion is the best possible way to see bald eagles in their natural habitat. Floating through the heart of the …More

Simply put, a private rafting excursion is the best possible way to see bald eagles in their natural habitat. Floating through the heart of the...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,800
Mendenhall Glacier View Sea Kayaking

Glide into a glorious adventure on a two-person sea kayak to view the mighty Mendenhall Glacier. Learn paddling techniques from an expert, then set out …More

Glide into a glorious adventure on a two-person sea kayak to view the mighty Mendenhall Glacier. Learn paddling techniques from an expert, then set out...

3 hours 30 minutes
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$159
Bear Lake Scenic Paddle

If the ocean is not your cup of tea, head 6 miles north of Seward to Bear Lake. Bear Lake is a salmon habitat, home …More

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If the ocean is not your cup of tea, head 6 miles north of Seward to Bear Lake. Bear Lake is a salmon habitat, home...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$119
Rafting to Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve from Haines

This is a small group rafting and scenic driving tour through the famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve with a scenic float trip (no whitewater) through …More

This is a small group rafting and scenic driving tour through the famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve with a scenic float trip (no whitewater) through...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$201
FROM SKAGWAY - Inside Passage Sea Kayaking

Explore the beautiful waters of southeast Alaska on a kayaking trip of a lifetime. Board a high-speed catamaran for short 17-mile trip to Haines down …More

Explore the beautiful waters of southeast Alaska on a kayaking trip of a lifetime. Board a high-speed catamaran for short 17-mile trip to Haines down...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$295
Owner Operated, Boat Launched, Kayak Tour

Howdy! My name is Tim. I love to take new people exploring on the ocean to share what I love about where I live. My …More

Howdy! My name is Tim. I love to take new people exploring on the ocean to share what I love about where I live. My...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$191
Half Day Two Canyon Six Mile Creek Whitewater Rafting

Paddle through towering canyon walls and cascading waterfalls on this guided, 4-hour rafting trip. Challenge yourself on Class IV rapids as you descend the scenic …More

Paddle through towering canyon walls and cascading waterfalls on this guided, 4-hour rafting trip. Challenge yourself on Class IV rapids as you descend the scenic...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$195
Private ~ Spencer Glacier Jetboating

Jetboating is Alaskans favorite way to explore AK's extensive glacial rivers. Blue Ice Jetboating takes it over the top boating upstream thru the braids and …More

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Jetboating is Alaskans favorite way to explore AK's extensive glacial rivers. Blue Ice Jetboating takes it over the top boating upstream thru the braids and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$438
Mendenhall Lake Kayak and Salmon Bake Adventure

Paddle across Mendenhall Lake, navigating past icebergs, surrounded by Alaskan wildlife, towering mountain cliffs and the breathtaking Mendenhall Glacier. Venture within a safe distance of …More

Paddle across Mendenhall Lake, navigating past icebergs, surrounded by Alaskan wildlife, towering mountain cliffs and the breathtaking Mendenhall Glacier. Venture within a safe distance of...

5 hours
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$319
Chilkoot Lake Kayaking - Departing From Skagway

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 …More

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 hours Free Cancellation
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$319
4 Hr Kennicott Glacial Lake & River Raft

*Trip Highlights* ~Float along the face of a 25-mile glacier ~Jump from an Iceberg into the glacial waters ~Expert paddle instruction ~Enjoy the best rapids …More

*Trip Highlights* ~Float along the face of a 25-mile glacier ~Jump from an Iceberg into the glacial waters ~Expert paddle instruction ~Enjoy the best rapids...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$160
3 hour Lazy River Kayak Float

Alaska is full of amazing wildlife and scenery. Only a small portion of this amazing state can be seen from a road. Alaska however has …More

Alaska is full of amazing wildlife and scenery. Only a small portion of this amazing state can be seen from a road. Alaska however has...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$375
Canyon Run Whitewater Adventure on the Nenana River

Navigate the exhilarating class 3 and 4 rapids of the Nenana River Canyon on the Canyon Whitewater Run. Over the course of this 2-hour river …More

Navigate the exhilarating class 3 and 4 rapids of the Nenana River Canyon on the Canyon Whitewater Run. Over the course of this 2-hour river...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$159
Wilderness Run Rafting Adventure Near Denali National Park

A scenic 11-mile rafting trip awaits near the entrance of Denali National Park, blending breathtaking views with a hint of whitewater excitement. This beginner-friendly adventure …More

A scenic 11-mile rafting trip awaits near the entrance of Denali National Park, blending breathtaking views with a hint of whitewater excitement. This beginner-friendly adventure...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$159
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