What’s Included – Gates trips?

January 28th, 2017 by Carl D
  • All multi-day trips (backpacking, basecamping, packrafting, photo tours) out of Fairbanks include transport to/from Fairbanks/Bettles (or Coldfoot, depending on the trip), 1 night accommodations in Bettles, air taxi flights Bettles/The Backcountry, group gear such as cook tents, stoves, fuel, BRFCs, bear spray, etc.
  • Hiking poles are included if you don’t have your own.
  • We include both a satellite phone for emergencies and one backup emergency contact device, such as Zoleo or Garmin InReach.
  • First aid kits, map and compass included. All guides are Wilderness First Responder Certified.
  • Storage of your overnight travel gear is limited but available (keep it simple, one small overnight bag).
  • Outfitting of equipment such as tents is available. Expeditions Alaska can either fully outfit your trip (all food, tents, etc) or adjust things a la carte if needed.
  • Guide gratuities are not included but most appreciated.
  • Trip insurance is not included. I strongly encourage you to buy it on your own. Travelex is who we steer people toward.

For a full outline of What’s included/not included, please see this page