Yes, our talented chefs and kitchen team are skilled in working with travelers with all different types of food allergies and dietary restrictions. When you sign up for a trip with us, we'll ask you to complete a short questionnaire where you can advise us about dietary needs, and we'll make sure we have ample hearty, healthy and delicious alternatives ready for you. We hope to see you soon!

Hi Jackie, On the more independent 3-Lodge Combination program, you'll be able to enjoy the benefits of daily guided activities led by resident guides based at our lodges. An advantage of the Alaska Wildland Collection is that you'll have one devoted Trip Leader with you as you travel in between lodges, who assists with all the finer details and checks in with the group in a more structured way. On the Wildland Collection, we still carve out plenty of down-time where you can have "me time" and relax on your own, as you wish, and as Terri pointed out, there's great opportunities for camaraderie with like-minded travelers. It's a matter of personal preference on which travel style is the best fit for you (all-inclusive vs. the more customizable 3-Lodge Combination), and our team can assist you with dates, availability and tailored pricing. We're here to help! 800.334.8730

Greetings! We work very closely with the Alaska Native group which owns the land at our Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge, and they are financial beneficiaries in our partnership. If you would like to learn more, you are welcome to contact our home office and speak with our President, Kirk Hoessle, who provides leadership in our partnerships with local businesses and Native groups. 800.334.8730

Hi Henry, I may have answered this question in response to your last post, but I wanted to clarify that our Kenai Scenic Float trip is offered at specific times each day: 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. We do not offer custom departure timing due to existing reservations we already have in place during the July 26 and 27 time frame. Although it's feasible to see an array of wildlife both in the river and on the riverbanks during our Kenai River floats, bear sightings are more rare and not something we can guarantee (we cannot guarantee any specific wildlife viewing). Our Scenic Floats are limited to 12 guests or less per trip; we do not offer discounted rates for groups of 5, but we do offer youth rates and discounts for kids 5 - 11 years old. Our local staff at 800-478-4100 will be happy to help answer more questions about our specific availability and options for July 27. Thanks!

Hi Henry, We offer a 2-3 hourKenai River Scenic Raft trip daily, starting at 9:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. The main concern, however, is the driving time and ground transportation in between Seward and Cooper Landing. We regrettably do not offer shuttle service in between our Cooper Landing starting location and Seward. We encourage you to call our Cooper Landing office toll-free at 800-478-4100 to talk with our expert staff about possible raft trip options on July 27, if you're open to renting a car. If you're not interested in renting a car, Exit Glacier Guides ((907) 224-5569) offers a variety of short day trips, featuring hiking, glaicer treks and even paddle boarding, and they can set up trips starting in Seward. They may be a great option for you! Kind regards, Alaska Wildland Adventures

Alaska Wildland Adventures operates a short, 100 day season each year during Alaska's peak touring months (June through early September); because we focus on such a specific window of dates, any time period within our open season is fantastic for viewing wildlife. If you're more interested in seeing wildlife with their young, then early June is ideal to spot; in early September, the grizzlies are sometimes easier to glance as they forage for food before winter, and their coats turn more blond and contrast against the darkening fall foliage. Alaska's weather is unpredictable, but our travelers are able to enjoy all our adventures, rain or shine, by wearing proper gear. There isn't a specific rainy season, but short showers are common, especially in the northernmost rainforest areas of the state. High quality rain gear is a great investment. We recommend guests wear comfortable, supportive and water-resistant footwear. Some guests choose more traditional leather hiking boots; others will opt for more light-weight trail shoes or even running shoes. Sports sandals are also popular, as they pack easily and offer a nice reprieve from hiking boots at the end of a day of activity. When travelers make a reservation with Alaska Wildland Adventures, we send each traveler a comprehensive trip planning booklet with detailed packing lists, recommended reading lists and more.

Hello from Alaska Wildland Adventures! You may have been asking our other travelers to respond to this query, but in the meantime, we'd like to comment on a few of your questions. We operate a short 100 day season from early June through early September annually, to take advantage of what we feel is the best time to explore Alaska in the summertime. Weather is always variable in Alaska, so the best way to make the most of sun or rain is to prepare with comfortable layers of clothing. We highly recommend a pair of high quality, waterproof rain pants and a windbreaker; these pack easily and can be taken on/off easily to keep you comfortable. We send all enrolled travelers a comprehensive packing list with other details on what to pack and what to expect. Alaska Wildland Adventures does not handle airfare reservations, but we recommend our travelers to try to use mileage plans with their favorite airline carrier. Most carriers fly in and out of Anchorage routinely. If you are interested in adding any extra days to your trip, our reservations staff will be happy to help with ideas on extended your adventure. Some guests opt to add an extra day of fishing or bearviewing, and AWA can help with both. We hope to share our favorite places in Alaska with you!

Our past guests have done an amazing job explaining our approach to guided activities on our trips: we offer multiple levels of activity - from very casual (1-3 miles) to moderate (4-6 miles) to challenging (6+ miles) - for the guided hikes. For guided kayaking adventures, we use a combination of distance traveled and sea conditions to help match you best with the right activity. We have hosted travelers from 9 months old to 90+ years young, and with our team of excellent guides, we're able to offer several different options each day so that all of our visitors are able to enjoy their top-choice activity - without feeling too rushed or, conversely, slowed down by other travelers with different activity goals. The only prerequisite to traveling with Alaska Wildland Adventures is a spirit of adventure and the goal of connecting with nature in a personalized, small group way! p.s. Including a visit to our Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge will provide two opportunities to enjoy small ship day cruising, with the chance to see whales, sea lions, puffins and more. Instead of overnighting on a boat, you spend the evening in a private, spacious guest cabin overlooking Pedersen Lagoon and Wildlife Sanctuary (a great place to view bears!). You may want to consider our Alaska Coast to Denali Journey or one of our Alaska Grand Journeys (9 or 11 Day options). We hope to see you in Alaska!