Long before there was a Denali National Park, it was a gold rush that drew outside people to the wild area north of the Alaska Range. The rush centered on Kantishna, a mineral-rich landscape on which hardy miners staked their livelihoods. The Kantishna Experience Tour takes modern day visitors on an all-day journey through the park, and back to the old mining days at this remote post in the shadow of Denali.
Continuing into the heart of the old Kantishna mining area.
Guided and driven by a certified naturalist, the Kantishna Experience bus trip heads into the park in the early morning. The tour traverses the entire 92 miles of the Park Road, winding for hours through some of Alaska's most impressive landscapes. More time and distance into the park provides more chances to see wildlife and Denali, so the tour frequently stops for photo opportunities as well as every 90 minutes or so for rest breaks.
At Wonder Lake, a National Park Service Ranger takes over narration as the tour continues into the heart of the old Kantishna mining area. The trip reaches its turnaround point at the cabin of Fannie Quigley, one of Kantishna's most infamous past residents.
More Details
The Kantishna Experience Tour is fully-narrated by a certified naturalist guide/driver. A National Park Service Ranger boards the bus at Wonder Lake. The ticket price includes the park entrance fee (adults only). Seating aboard the modified school bus with coach seats is first-come, first-serve.
What to Bring
A hearty boxed lunch, snacks, and bottled water are provided, but passengers should bring additional food they'd like as there are no concessions available in the park. Bring all gear necessary to comfortably enjoy the Alaskan outdoors, including a rain jacket and pants, warm layers, and insect repellant. Don't forget a camera and binoculars.
Special Instructions
Alaska State Law requires children under age 8 and below 65 pounds to be in a car seat on the bus. A paid ticket is required for all children and infants. Wheelchair accessible buses are available upon request when the reservation is made.
Transfers & Meeting Points
The Kantishna Experience Tour picks up passengers at many Denali Park area hotels and the Denali Bus Depot. There is free parking for self-drive guests at the bus depot.
Denali Bus Depot Park Rd, Mile 1 Denali National Park and Preserve, AK 99755
Rates & Dates
Here are the rates and operating dates for this product. Remember, we have a lowest price guarantee for nearly everything we sell.
Child rates apply to children under the age of 12.
Rates & Dates
Dates
Adult
Child
6/8/21 (Tu) to 9/16/21 (Th)6/8/21 (Tu) to 9/16/21 (Th)
Adult: $284.00
Child: $133.20
The rates above are subject to change without notice.
Departure Times
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"We were able to see the entire road to Kantishna. We saw wildlife and beautiful views including the peak of Mt. Denali. Our bus driver was great, and we are very glad we took trip into Denali."
