8-Day Alaska Nature Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrive in Anchorage
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   Start your trip by arriving in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city.

2. Day 2: Kenai Fjords National Park
   2.5 hours (133 miles) from Anchorage

   Take a boat tour of the park's glaciers, fjords, and marine wildlife.

3. Day 3: Denali National Park
   4.5 hours (238 miles) from Kenai Fjords National Park

   Explore this famous park via hiking, scenic drives, and wildlife spotting.

4. Day 4: Talkeetna
   2 hours (110 miles) from Denali National Park

   Enjoy stunning views and outdoor activities in this historic town.

5. Day 5: Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
   4.5 hours (239 miles) from Talkeetna

   Experience Alaska's pristine wilderness through fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching.

6. Day 6: Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
   3 hours (174 miles) from Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

   Visit the largest national park in the US located in the heart of Alaska's wilderness.

7. Day 7: Homer Spit
   4.5 hours (243 miles) from Wrangell-St. Elias National Park

   Relax and take in amazing views of Kachemak Bay, and explore local shops and galleries.

8. Day 8: Exit Glacier & Seward
   3 hours (159 miles) from Homer Spit

   Hike to Exit Glacier and explore the charming coastal town of Seward before departing.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Kenai Fjords National Park Boat Tour (6 hours, $180)
• Denali National Park Tour (8 hours, $180)
• Flightseeing Tour of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park (2 hours, $300)
• Exit Glacier Guided Hike (4 hours, $80)
• Total Estimated Costs: $740

Useful Tips

For a longer trip, consider adding a day in Anchorage to explore the city and visit the Anchorage Museum. For a shorter trip, eliminate the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.