Frequently Asked Questions
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Our tours travel in and around the Denali National Park in Alaska. Some tours take place inside the park, and some take place just outside in the surrounding Alaska Range. We prioritize the most beautiful places we can find, be that inside or outside the Park boundaries.
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We have several tour options depending on what you’re seeking. Choose between our Relaxed Tours, Alpine Adventures, or Epic Tours:
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All ages are welcome for any of our Relaxed Tours. However, we require ages 15 and older for our Alpine Adventures and Epic Tours since they have high levels of difficulty.
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We characterize our hikes based on time instead of mileage, so that each group can go at their own pace and no one ends up feeling rushed or disappointed by how long or short the hike was! Relaxed Tours range from 3 to 4 hours, Alpine Adventures are 5 hours, and Epic Tours are 8 and 12 hours long.
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Make sure to bring comfortable hiking shoes, water, sunscreen, bug spray, and anything else you may need for your hike. Some tours have specific recommendations, so keep an eye out on the “What to Bring” section. Keep in mind that you will be carrying whatever you have on your back; pack accordingly.
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We provide hotel pickup included with each tour package purchased. Specific pickup and drop off times will be arranged personally with your guide.
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Our professional guides are experienced with all of the local Alaskan terrain of Denali National Park. They are also well-versed in natural navigation - feel free to ask them how they do it! In addition, they have Wilderness First Responder certifications, as well as GPS and SOS devices to safely navigate through the dense forest.
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Yes! Northern Epics has a Commercial Use Authorization agreement with the National Park Service that allows us to operate inside of the Denali National Park boundaries!