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| Denali Wilderness Lodge, Denali National Park |
| Denali Wilderness Lodge |
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Denali Wilderness Lodge, set among 1.2 million acres of splendid wilderness deep in the Alaska Range, is an Alaskan-bush retreat ideal for adventure travelers, wildlife enthusiasts, or just about anyone in search of the last best place on earth. Denali Wilderness Lodge is located 30 roadless miles east of Denali National Park in the Wood River Valley. Accessible only by bush plane, this utterly remote lodge offers the same spectacular mountainous surroundings as Denali - without the crowds. While others wait for the westbound bus at the Park entrance, you soar eastward over glacier-carved granite peaks. Thirty breathtaking minutes later, you land at our wilderness outpost where you discover there are no roads to the real Alaska.
The Lodge
This two-story beauty is made of handhewn spruce and time...lots of time. It took 15 long years of short summers to construct this massive 3000-square-foot centerpiece. Each log was individually dragged to the site by horse and dog sled. The inviting lodge features a lounge where guests relax on soft leather sofas with a glass of wine or a cocktail before dinner. You sleep in your own cabin, but it's here, in the main lodge, where friends are made and stories shared. Dinner is served family style in the Atrium, an inviting dining room face-to-face with 6,792-foot Mt. Anderson. A small library offers a quiet place to read, write, or dine in private.
Accommodation
Each of the 22 guestrooms at Denali Wilderness Lodge is simple and comfortable with its own private bath, warm comforters, and radiant heat. Each room's decor is one-of-a-kind and reflects Alaska's history, wildlife, or natural beauty. Guests choose from three general styles of rustic accommodations that are equally priced and booked on a first-come, first-served basis. The Cheechako Hotel, which resembles a frontier outpost hotel, has six guestrooms and a central parlor/living room. Gold rush era antiques, velour couches, old lacework, a Victrola and a piano make this an inviting place to relax. Four distinctive handhewn cabins, complete with covered porches, are scattered around the homestead. The spacious and centrally located Jack London includes a separate bedroom and daybed in the living room, and is generally reserved for families. Six pairs of back-to-back cabins nestle among the alder and spruce down a winding gravel path from the main lodge. Each of these 12 cabins sleeps two to four guests in a variety of queen, twin, or bunk combinations - perfect for families traveling with children.
Meals
Meals are a highlight of every guest's stay. Our highly skilled and imaginative chef emphasizes the homemade, the homegrown, and even the wild. The abundant blueberries are delicious in pancakes, muffins, sauces and desserts. Salad greens, vegetables and herbs from our garden and greenhouse, homemade breads, rolls, and desserts, and a never empty cookie jar satisfy every appetite. Anything we don't make or grow is flown in daily: you'll be surprised at how well you can eat in the wilderness!
Season
Each month has special features, and change occurs rapidly. July tends to be the warmest month, on average. Wildflowers are best in June and the wild blueberries ripen in August. Fall colors usually peak after the third week of August, and Northern Lights become visible on clear nights in September. |
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Sample Itinerary |
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Denali Park Entrance - Denali Wilderness Lodge
Individual Arrival at Denali Village. Transfer from the hotel or train depot to the airstrip. The only way to get to Denali Wilderness Lodge is by bush plane, an exciting adventure in itself. This breathtaking flight traverses the peaks and valleys of the impressive Mt. Deborah region of the Alaska Range. And it is just the beginning of the real Alaska experience. |
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Denali Wilderness Lodge, Denali National Park
After a delicious breakfast enjoy the many guided and unguided activities we offer. The Wood River Valley is home to a vast array of wildflowers, plants, and wildlife. On guided day hikes, our naturalist guides will point out a myriad of fascinating plants such as arnica - a small daisy-like flower that is often used to soothe sore muscles. Animals in the wild are elusive. Our guides will help you understand the important interrelationships of the river valley and the fragile tundra environment to the valley's inhabitants. Stroll downstream to a massive beaver dam or hike to the summit of Mount Anderson. Join a wrangler-led trail ride and explore the vast wilderness of the Wood River Valley on horseback. You'll learn the basics of trail riding from our friendly and experienced wranglers and find out how horses played an integral part in the history of the lodge. Open your eyes and ears. Celebrate the midnight sun. Nighttime in the land of the 24-hour daylight inspires visitors to make the most of every hour of every day. Each evening our naturalist guides, lodge staff, or visiting guest speakers present slideshows or naturalist programs in the main lodge. Many guests opt for an after-dinner walk along the river or on one of the many nearby trails. On clear nights in September, guests may even witness the Northern Lights. |
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Denali Wilderness Lodge - Denali Park Entrance
Individual flight back to the park entrance. Transfer to the hotel or train depot. |
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| Rates per Person in US$* |
Single |
Double |
Triple |
Child |
| May 31 - June 15 |
$352.00 |
$272.00 |
$252.00 |
$184.00 |
| June 16 - August 31 |
$418.00 |
$289.00 |
$299.00 |
$218.00 |
| September 01 - September 11 |
$352.00 |
$272.00 |
$252.00 |
$184.00 |
| One Way Air Taxi Rate from Denali Village 1 |
$90.00 |
$90.00 |
$90.000 |
$90.00 |
| One Way Air Taxi Rate from Fairbanks |
$250.00 |
$250.00 |
$250.00 |
$250.00 |
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Departure Dates |
| May 31 - September 11 |
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| Denali Wilderness Lodge Package Includes |
• Lodge room with private bath
• Lodging
• All meals and snacks
• All guided and unguided activities (horseback riding not included)
• Naturalist program, gold panning
• Park entrance fee
• Complete Tour Documentation
• Toll Free Help Line Access |
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