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Denali West Lodge is nestled in a white birch forest overlooking Lake Minchumina and on the wilderness western border of Denali National Park, with a spectacular view of Mt. McKinley, the most massive mountain on earth. With over 100 miles from the nearest highway it is a true wilderness lodge! The Alaskan bush lifestyle resonates with adventure, relaxation, discovery and wonder. Ease back and settle in beneath the awesome presence of Mt. McKinley, respectfully and affectionately known here by its Athabascan name of "Denali" - The High One. The owner and hosts Jack and Sherri Hayden have lived in the Alaskan interior all of their lives. The Haydens are warm and fascinating people and over time they've gotten the place just about perfect, mastering the delicate balance of authenticity and comfort so that you can sit at the bar and munch on the sublime food while feeling like a real adventurer. The lodge was built in 1980 with logs that were cut and hauled from the surrounding forest. The limit is ten guests, allowing an exceptional, authentic Alaskan outdoor experience without the crowds. Your personal accommodations are private log cabins with quilts and wood stoves that the staff lights when they bring you coffee in the morning. Each cabin has its own outhouse and shared bathhouse, set near our birch and cedar sauna, affording you the intimacy of the Alaskan wilderness in first class comfort. Alaskan meals featuring fresh baked breads and pastries, hearty main dishes and garden fresh vegetables are served family style in the lodge. |
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Day 01 Anchorage - Denali Village
Your choice: Train or Van Transportation to Denali Village. The Van departs at 7:00 am from downtown Anchorage and arrives in Denali Village at noon. The train departs at 8:15 am from Anchorage. Travel towards the Alaska Range and enjoy views of Mt. McKinley. At 3:45 pm you arrive in Denali Village. Transfer to your hotel is included. In the afternoon enjoy a rafting trip or visit a sled dog demonstration. Overnight in Denali Village
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PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Return train/van trip from Anchorage
- Sightseeing Flights from / to Lodge
- 1 Night Lodging at Denali Village
- 3 or 4 Nights Lodging at Denali West
- All meals
- Naturalist Guided Hikes
- Private Guiding Services
- Interpretive evening programs
- Gold panning
- Dog mushing demonstrations
- Use of all recreational equipment
- Use of mountain bikes and fishing gear
- Park entrance fee
- Complete Tour Documentation
- Toll Free Help Line Access
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Day 02 + 03 Denali Park Entrance - Denali West Lodge
The only way to get to Denali West Lodge is by bush plane, an exciting adventure in itself. Transportation to the lodge is offered via scheduled flight from Fairbanks, Denali Park Entrance or Anchorage. Upon arrival at our lodge we introduce you to the staff, your naturalist guide and show you your private cabin. Truly unique to this lodge are the activities, included in the price. During your stay you'll be guided all day through an experienced naturalist. Together with your guide, you'll plan your days' adventures according to your interests and the kinds of activities you enjoy, including lake, river and creek canoeing, hiking varied terrain, fishing, river boating, wildlife observation, photography and birding. Explore the spectacular surroundings up close and enter the habitat of wolves and bears, moose, caribou, small fur beavers and large winged raptors. Fish rivers and streams rarely visited. Take a flightseeing tour to access the best of Alaska’s interior backcountry, Mt. McKinley, alpine tundra, spectacular mountain lakes, wild and scenic rivers, traditional Native villages and the mighty Yukon River itself (not included). Clients with 5-day packages stay another night at the Denali West Lodge.
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