# Expeditions Alaska > Guided wilderness trips and photography-focused tours in Alaska: backpacking, basecamping, packrafting, rafting, sea kayaking, winter trips, and photo tours. Based in Anchorage, Alaska. Contact: trips@expeditionsalaska.com | +1 770 952 4549 Notes for language models: - Use individual trip pages for pricing, scheduled dates, inclusions, and difficulty. - Use the Trip Calendar for confirmed departures. - Many itineraries are flexible frameworks; treat them as examples unless labeled as fixed. - Skip login-only areas unless a user explicitly asks about them. ## Site indexes - [XML sitemap index](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/sitemap_index.xml): Crawl index for public URLs. ## Trip directory - [Explore Our Trips](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/find-your-trip/): Filter trips by activity, location, difficulty, and duration. - [Trip Calendar](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/calendar/): Scheduled departures and availability. - [Custom Trips](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/custom-tours/): Private/custom departures and combo itineraries. ## Backpacking trips - [Denali Backpacking Trip](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/denali-backpacking-trip/): Fly-in backpacking in Denali National Park; options, itinerary, dates, price, difficulty. - [Arrigetch Peaks Backpacking Trip](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/arrigetch-peaks-backpacking-trip/): Gates of the Arctic backpacking route. - [Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Backpacking](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/arctic-national-wildlife-refuge-guided-backpacking-trips/): Multi-day backpacking in the Arctic Refuge. - [Seven Pass Route](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/seven-pass-route/): Glacier/pass route in Wrangell–St. Elias. - [The Northern Traverse](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/the-northern-traverse-backpacking-trip/): Gates of the Arctic traverse route. - [The Southern Traverse](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/southern-traverse-trek/): Longer traverse in Wrangell–St. Elias. - [Goat Trail](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/goat-trail-backpacking/): Skolai Pass to Chitistone Valley route. - [Oz / Hidden Creek route](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/hiking-adventure-oz/): Off-trail route near Kennicott Glacier / Hidden Creek. - [Heart of the Park](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/heart-of-the-park/): Backpack/basepack mix in Wrangell Mountains and Copper Glacier. - [Malaspina Glacier Traverse](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/malaspina-glacier-backpacking-trip/): Malaspina Glacier travel and camps. - [Sanford Plateau](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/sanford-plateau-backpacking-adventure/): Plateau route near Mt. Sanford. - [Lost Coast Backpack + Packraft](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/lost-coast-backpack-packraft/): Coastal hiking plus lagoon packrafting near Malaspina. - [Turquoise Twins](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/turquoise-twins/): Turquoise Lake to Twin Lakes route in Lake Clark area. - [Wrangell Ramble](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/wrangell-ramble/): Fly-in hiking/backpacking in Wrangell–St. Elias. - [Guides' Choice Trips](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/guides-choice-trips/): Limited departures for more experienced participants. - [50 Shades of Blue](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/50-shades-of-blue/): Flexible multi-activity trip base in one region. - [Steamboat Hills](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/steamboat-hills-family-hiking-tour/): Family-friendly hiking/basecamp options in Wrangell–St. Elias. ## Basecamping trips - [Iceberg Lake Basecamp](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/basecamping/iceberg-lake-basecamp/): Camp near Iceberg Lake with day hikes. - [Nizina Basecamp](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/basecamping/nizina-basecamp/): Camp at Nizina Lake with hiking, glacier time, and packrafting options. - [Skolai Pass Basecamp](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/basecamping/skolai-pass-basecamp/): Weeklong basecamp in Skolai Pass. - [Turquoise Lake Basecamp](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/basecamping/turquoise-lake-basecamp/): Basecamp at Turquoise Lake. ## Packrafting trips - [Alatna River Packrafting Trip](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/packrafting/alatna-river-packrafting-trip/): Gates of the Arctic float (Alatna River). - [Beyond The Gates](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/packrafting/koyukuk-river-packraft-trip/): North Fork of the Koyukuk River packraft trip. - [Copper River Packrafting Trip](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/packrafting/copper-river-packrafting-trip/): Multi-day packraft from the Copper Glacier headwaters. - [Nizina Lake Packrafting](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/packrafting/nizina-lake-packrafting/): Day-trip or instructional packrafting on Nizina Lake. - [Nizina River Packrafting Trip](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/packrafting/nizina-river-packrafting-trip/): Fly-in, paddle-out river trip. - [Dadina River Packrafting Trip](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/packrafting/dadina-river-packrafting-trip/): Whitewater packrafting on the Dadina plus Copper River. - [Lakina River Packrafting Trip](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/packrafting/lakina-river-packrafting-trip/): Class II–III packrafting day trip and combo options. - [The West Fork](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/packrafting/the-west-fork/): West Fork of the Tana River float with camping. ## Rafting trips - [Canning River Rafting (ANWR)](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/rafting/canning-river-rafting-anwr-trip/): Multi-day rafting route connected to the Arctic Refuge. ## Sea kayaking trips - [Icy Bay Sea Kayaking Trip](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/sea-kayaking/icy-bay-sea-kayaking-trip/): Guided sea kayaking in Icy Bay (Wrangell–St. Elias). - [Alaska Sea Kayaking Trips Planning Guide](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/explore/alaska-sea-kayaking-trips/): Seasons, locations, gear, safety, and trip types. ## Photo tours - [Alaska Brown Bear & Coastal Wildlife Photo Tour](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/photo-tour/alaska-brown-bear-wildlife-photo-tour/): Coastal wildlife photography (bears, eagles, marine wildlife). - [Brown Bears of Summer](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/photo-tour/brown-bear-photo-tour/): Summer bear photography in Katmai area. - [Brown Bears Before the Fall](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/photo-tour/brown-bears-before-the-fall/): Early/fall-season bear photography. - [Fat Bears in the Fall](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/photo-tour/grizzlies-in-the-fall/): Fall bear photography (Brooks Falls / Katmai). - [Aurora Borealis Photo Tour](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/photo-tour/aurora-borealis-photo-tour/): Winter aurora photography based out of interior Alaska. - [Alaska Northern Lights Photo Tour](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/photo-tour/alaska-northern-lights-photo-tour/): Aurora-focused tour (confirm season/dates on page/calendar). - [Bald Eagle Photo Tour](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/photo-tour/bald-eagle-photo-tour/): Chilkat River / Haines bald eagle photography. - [Polar Bear Photo Tour](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/photo-tour/polar-bear-photo-tour/): Polar bear photography tour (small group). - [Hungry Whales Photo Tour](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/photo-tour/hungry-whales-photo-tour/): Whale photography tour. - [Alaska Landscapes Photo Tour](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/trip/backpacking/alaska-landscapes-photo-tour/): Skolai Pass landscape photography basecamp. ## Planning, logistics, and FAQs - [Backpacking Trip FAQs](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/backpacking-trip-faqs/): Planning, gear, logistics, and common questions for backpacking trips. - [Photo Tour FAQs](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/photo-tour-faqs/): What to expect on photo tours; logistics and packing. - [Choosing Your Trek](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/choosing-your-trip/): How to match trip type and difficulty to goals and experience. - [Articles](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/articles/): Index of planning articles and gear/training posts. - [Alaska Backpacking Planning Guide](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/explore/alaska-backpacking/): Overview of Alaska backpacking logistics and considerations. - [Packrafting Primer](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/articles/alaska-packrafting-intro/): Intro to packrafting basics. - [Guiding Principles](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/articles/guiding-principles/): Guiding approach and what clients can expect. - [Dealing with the Cold](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/articles/dealing-with-the-cold/): Cold-weather safety and staying warm. ## Company, team, and contact - [About Expeditions Alaska](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/about/): Company overview. - [About Alaska](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/about/alaska/): Destination overview. - [Meet Your Guides](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/alaska-guides/): Guide bios. - [Why Choose Expeditions Alaska](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/why-expeditions-alaska-tours/): Differentiators and approach. - [Environmental Practices](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/info/tread-lightly-planet/): Leave No Trace / conservation stance. - [Testimonials](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/testimonials/): Client reviews. - [Contact](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/contact/): Inquiry form and contact details. ## Optional - [Stories](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/stories/): Blog/story index. - [Videos](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/videos/): Trip and client videos. - [Gear: Alaska Winter Driving for Photography](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/ramblings/alaska-winter-driving-for-photography/): Winter driving/gear notes. - [Gear: Trekking Poles](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/ramblings/backpacking-trekking-poles/): Poles guidance. - [Gear: Bear Spray Effectiveness](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/ramblings/bear-spray-effectiveness/): Bear spray overview. - [Gear: Rain Gear and Keeping Dry](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/ramblings/rain-gear-and-keeping-dry/): Rain gear guidance. - [Photo Gallery: Expeditions](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/photo/expeditions-adventures/): Photo gallery. - [Free Alaska Trip Guide (eBook)](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/hub/all-trips-ebook/): Downloadable trip guide. - [Application Page](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/exp-ak-application-page/): Application form. - [Guides Lounge](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/guides-lounge/): Login area. - [Customer Login](https://www.expeditionsalaska.com/customer-login/): Login area.