Denali Backcountry Lodge Explorer

From June 6, 2025 to September 8, 2025

From June 6, 2026 to September 8, 2026

Book by November 30th and receive $700 off per couple.

4 Days / 3 Nights
Anchorage to Fairbanks
Price from USD $6,046 per person

INTRODUCTION

Denali Backcountry Lodge will be like nothing you’ve ever experienced before.

With the partial closure of Denali Park Road, this all-inclusive lodge is now only accessible by helicopter, providing a limited number of guests with the rare opportunity to experience this incredible part of the world in true seclusion.

Once you’ve reached the lodge — located at the historic settlement of Kantishna — you’ll be fully immersed in one of the world’s most spectacular natural landscapes where wildlife roams free. 

Warm hospitality, private cabins, cozy fires and seasonal cuisine ensure absolute comfort, so you focus on simply soaking up all the tranquility, adventure and awe-inspiring views Denali National Park has to offer. 

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1
Anchorage to Denali National Park Entrance | Alaska Railroad
Day 2
Denali National Park Entrance to Denali Backcountry Lodge | Helicopter
Day 3
Denali Backcountry Lodge
Day 4
Denali Backcountry Lodge to Fairbanks | Helicopter + Alaska Railroad

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INCLUDED

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4 Days / 3 Nights
Anchorage to Fairbanks

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INTRODUCTION

Denali Backcountry Lodge will be like nothing you’ve ever experienced before.

With the partial closure of Denali Park Road, this all-inclusive lodge is now only accessible by helicopter, providing a limited number of guests with the rare opportunity to experience this incredible part of the world in true seclusion.

Once you’ve reached the lodge — located at the historic settlement of Kantishna — you’ll be fully immersed in one of the world’s most spectacular natural landscapes where wildlife roams free. 

Warm hospitality, private cabins, cozy fires and seasonal cuisine ensure absolute comfort, so you focus on simply soaking up all the tranquility, adventure and awe-inspiring views Denali National Park has to offer. 

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1
Anchorage to Denali National Park Entrance | Alaska Railroad
Day 2
Denali National Park Entrance to Denali Backcountry Lodge | Helicopter
Day 3
Denali Backcountry Lodge
Day 4
Denali Backcountry Lodge to Fairbanks | Helicopter + Alaska Railroad

MAP

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DETAILED ITINERARY

Read more

INCLUDED

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WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Arrange a call with an Alaska Rail Travel Designer and bring your vacation to Alaska one step closer!

Schedule a Call
Denali Backcountry Lodge Explorer
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