Ridge Walks, Ice Treks & Kayaks | 14-Day Wild Alaskan Adventure
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Ridge walks, glacier-day hikes, and a guided kayak among floating ice—this 14-day Alaska push is built for big legs and bigger horizons.
Active and camping-led with cosy cabin breaks, it strings sustained trail days with smart recovery and long summer light. Demanding, rewarding, unforgettable.
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Anchorage ⇄ Anchorage
Demanding | Ages 12+
Camping/Cabins
200% CO₂ Offset
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Tour Overview
Ridge Walks, Ice Treks & Glacier Kayaks: 14-Day Ultimate Alaska Adventure The most immersive small-group Alaska loop – Denali tundra, Harding Icefield, Wrangell-St. Elias ridges and glacier-lake paddling – all with 200% carbon offsetting and rigorous Leave No Trace practices.
Tour at a Glance
- Duration: 14 days / 13 nights
- Age: 12+ (strong hiking fitness required)
- Group size: Max 13 guests
- Physical level: Challenging – daily hikes 6–12 miles with 1,500–4,000 ft elevation gain on uneven/rocky terrain
- Accommodation: 9 nights camping (shared 2-person tents) + 3 nights rustic cabins + 1 night Anchorage hotel
- Start / Finish: Anchorage, Alaska (ANC)
What’s Included
- All camping gear except sleeping bag/pillow (tents, pads, cooking equipment)
- 11 breakfasts, 7 picnic lunches, 6 camp dinners (fresh, hearty Alaskan meals)
- Private 12-passenger van + professional driver-guide
- Guided sea-kayak day among icebergs at Glacier Lake
- All national/state park permits & timed entries
- Denali shuttle to Eielson or Toklat (weather dependent)
- Full 200% CO₂ offset (including round-trip flights)
Not Included
- Flights to/from Anchorage
- Airport transfers (~$30 taxi or free hotel shuttle)
- Sleeping bag & pillow (rental $60)
- 7 dinners (town nights or personal choice)
- Optional activities (Denali flightseeing ~$350, Kennecott mine tour, guided ice climbing)
- Guide gratuities (suggested $15–20 pp per day)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Day 1–2: Anchorage → Kenai Fjords Area Crow Pass alpine traverse (10 mi) → Harding Icefield Trail (8.5 mi, 3,800 ft gain, jaw-dropping ice views) → fjord-side camp
- Day 3–4: Seward → Talkeetna → Denali Scenic Seward Highway → Talkeetna Lake mirror hike → camp beneath Denali’s north face
- Day 5–6: Denali National Park Mt Healy Overlook or Savage River → full-day shuttle into park for tundra hiking & prime wildlife (grizzlies, caribou, moose) → backcountry-style camp
- Day 7–8: Anchorage Reset → Matanuska → Valdez Rest day in Anchorage → drive Glenn Highway past Matanuska & Worthington glaciers → Keystone Canyon camp
- Day 9–10: Glacier Lake Kayak → McCarthy Road Hike & paddle among floating icebergs → epic 60-mile dirt-road journey past waterfalls & fish wheels → remote Wrangell-St. Elias camp
- Day 11–12: Wrangell–St. Elias National Park Bonanza Mine ridge hike (10 mi, 4,000 ft gain, 360° glacier panorama) → free day for Root Glacier ice trek, historic Kennecott tour or flightseeing
- Day 13: McCarthy → Glennallen Morning hike, afternoon drive with stops → cozy roadhouse cabin night
- Day 14: Glennallen → Anchorage Final scenic miles → arrive Anchorage ~4 pm – tour ends
Essential Packing
- Broken-in hiking boots with ankle support
- 20 °F / -6 °C sleeping bag & compact pillow
- Full rain gear (jacket + pants) & warm layers (fleece, puffy, hat, gloves)
- Trekking poles, 32 L daypack, headlamp, bear spray (provided on loan)
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Tour Itinerary
Days 1 & 2 | Crow Pass Warm-Up & Harding Icefield Big Push
Day 1 | Anchorage → Seward & Crow Pass to Crystal Lake
Roll south along Turnagain Arm—tidal flats on one side, the Chugach rising hard on the other—to a classic alpine start on the Crow Pass Trail. The climb trades spruce for open tundra, with Crystal Lake tucked beneath high walls and the odd mountain goat on distant ledges. First day, first summit-feel; legs humming, lungs clear. Camp by Resurrection Bay and settle into the rhythm of early starts and long northern light.
Stay: Camping (Seward).
Included meals: Dinner.
Day 2 | Harding Icefield: From Forest Floor to Endless Ice
A full-value ascent on the Harding Icefield Trail: damp forest and alder thickets give way to heather benches, then the skyline falls away to a horizon of blue-white ice. Switchbacks earn big payoffs at the viewpoints—perfect turn-back points if snow clings to the upper slopes. It’s the kind of day that resets your scale of “vast.”
Stay: Camping (Seward).
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Days 3 & 4 | Marathon Ridge & Lake Trails to Denali
Day 3 | Seward Summit Legs or Coastal Time
Test your climbing gears on Mount Marathon—steep, grippy, and rewarding with bay-wide vistas—or keep it coast-casual with the harbour, shoreline trails, or the Alaska SeaLife Center. Either path ends with sea air and an easy evening back at camp.
Stay: Camping (Seward).
Included meals: Breakfast.
Optional extras (own expense): Wildlife cruise (Resurrection Bay), SeaLife Center, kayaking.
Day 4 | Seward → Talkeetna Lake Trail → Denali Camp
Trade fjords for interior forest. On the Talkeetna Lake Trail, mirrored water and loon calls set the tempo; beaver lodges and old spruce frame a soft-underfoot circuit. Push on to Denali, pitch tents under broad skies, and watch alpenglow slide off distant ridges.
Stay: Camping (Denali area).
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Days 5 & 6 | Denali Front-Country Peaks & Deep Tundra Day
Day 5 | Mt Healy Overlook or Horseshoe Lake Loops
Pick your line: the Mt Healy Overlook track gains views quickly—tundra underfoot, valleys fanning out below—while Horseshoe Lake is a gentler roam beside the Nenana, all reflections and hare-quiet forest. Either way, you’re dialling into Denali scale.
Stay: Camping (Denali area).
Included meals: Breakfast.
Optional extras (own expense): Rafting, scenic flight (weather-dependent).
Day 6 | Shuttle into Denali Interior + Horseshoe Lake
Settle into the park shuttle for the long view into the East Fork area (around Mile 43)—braided rivers, rolling tundra, and that slow, alert scanning for caribou and Dall sheep. Fresh-air stops keep the camera honest; a short Horseshoe Lake walk rounds out the day before a well-earned camp dinner.
Stay: Camping (Denali area).
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Days 7 & 8 | Anchorage Reset, Matanuska Overlooks & Worthington Ice
Day 7 | Denali → Anchorage Down-Day
Let the legs exhale on the drive south. Back in Anchorage, graze cafés, wander a stretch of the Coastal Trail, or hit a museum—your easy reset before week two’s push.
Stay: Hotel (Anchorage).
Included meals: Breakfast.
Optional (own expense): Alaska Native Heritage Center.
Day 8 | Anchorage → Valdez via Matanuska & Worthington
The road swings past the overlook at Matanuska Glacier—a fast tutorial in glacial geometry—then climbs to Worthington Glacier for a short, bracing walk near ancient ice. Drop into Valdez, ringed by mountains that catch the evening light like a mirror. Camp, cook, and take it in.
Stay: Camping (Valdez).
Included meals: Lunch, Dinner.
Days 9 & 10 | Glacier Lake Kayaks & the Road to McCarthy
Day 9 | Glacier Lake Hike & Guided Kayak among Ice
Shake out with a scenic approach to Glacier Lake, then slide a kayak onto cold, glassy water for a guided paddle—floating ice bobbing nearby, Valdez Glacier and the Chugach skyline set like a postcard. Quiet, concentrated strokes; grins you don’t have to force.
Stay: Camping (Valdez).
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Included activity: Glacier Lake guided hiking & kayaking (Valdez).
Day 10 | Valdez → McCarthy: Passes, Falls & Fish Wheels
Up and over Thompson Pass, where walls of green and rock hem the road, with a leg-stretcher at Liberty Falls. Trace the Copper River country toward McCarthy, pausing at traditional fish wheels when they’re in season. Tonight’s camp feels properly away.
Stay: Camping (McCarthy).
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Days 11 & 12 | Wrangell–St. Elias: Bonanza Ridge & Free-Choice Ice Time
Day 11 | Bonanza Mine Ridge Hike
A hallmark ascent on the Bonanza Mine route: steady vertical, alpine benches, and relics of a high-country mine perched improbably on the ridge. Views pour in—glaciers, rivers, and the vastness of Wrangell–St. Elias doing what it does best.
Stay: Camping (McCarthy).
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Day 12 | McCarthy Free Day: Ice Walks or Scenic Flight
Choose your flavour of “wow”: a guided ice walk, a deep-dive Kennecott Mill Town tour, a river day, or a scenic flight that makes sense of the map in one sweep (own expense). Or keep it easy around camp—sometimes recovery is the move.
Stay: Camping (McCarthy).
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Optional extras (own expense): Kennecott guided tour, scenic flight, rafting.
Days 13 & 14 | Old Roadhouse Night & Return to Anchorage
Day 13 | McCarthy → Glennallen: Short Walks & Visitor Centre
Thread back toward the highway with pauses for short lakeside or creek rambles, then call in at the Copper Visitor Center for context on the landscape you’ve been walking through. Overnight at Alaska’s oldest continually operating roadhouse—wood, stories, and a warm plate.
Stay: Lodge/Roadhouse (Glennallen).
Included meals: Breakfast.
Day 14 | Glennallen → Anchorage Farewell
Final miles roll by with familiar mountains now on a first-name basis. Arrive Anchorage and wrap—legs pleasantly used, head reset to big-country scale.
Included meals: None.
Key Tour Info
Route Map
Food & Accommodation
Where You’ll Be Staying
- Nights (majority): Camping at established campgrounds (shared tents; gear provided for group cooking).
- 3 nights: Cabins (shared bathrooms) — simple, cosy bases close to trailheads.
- 1 night: Hotel in/near Anchorage for a mid-trip reset.
Rooms & tents: Shared tents while camping; cabins with shared facilities; hotel rooms are twin-share typical.
Facilities: Campgrounds offer shared amenities; showers available at select sites.
Vibe: Early starts, long daylight, and fireside dinners—perfect for big hiking days and solid recovery.
What You’ll Be Eating
- Included meals: 11 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 6 Dinners (as shown in the day-to-day).
- Style:Camp breakfasts to fuel sustained hikes.Picnic lunches at trailheads, viewpoints, or lakes.Hearty camp dinners most nights; occasional meals out when not included.
- Dietaries: Common requirements can usually be accommodated with advance notice—pack preferred snacks if your diet is very specific.
- Hydration: Regular refill points; carry a bottle/bladder in your daypack.
What's Included & What's Not
✅ What’s Included
Guiding & Support
- Professional Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout
- All on-the-ground logistics and daily briefings
Accommodation
- Camping (majority of nights) at established campgrounds (shared tents)
- 3 nights in cabins (shared bathrooms)
- 1 night in a hotel (Anchorage)
Meals
- 11 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 6 Dinners (as shown in the itinerary)
Transport
- Private vehicle transport for the full loop
Scheduled Activities (per operator pages)
- Crow Pass to Crystal Lake hike
- Harding Icefield day hike (conditions permitting)
- Mount Marathon summit option / coastal time in Seward
- Talkeetna Lake Trail walk
- Denali front-country hikes (e.g., Mt Healy Overlook or Horseshoe Lake)
- Full-day Denali park shuttle to East Fork (approx. Mile 43)
- Matanuska glacier viewpoint stop
- Worthington Glacier short walk
- Glacier Lake hike & guided kayak (Valdez)
- Bonanza Mine ridge hike (Wrangell–St. Elias)
- Roadside leg-stretch stops (e.g., Liberty Falls, Copper River viewpoints)
Group Gear
- Shared camping and basic cooking equipment
🚫 What’s Not Included
- Flights to/from Anchorage
- Airport transfers (arrival/departure)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Visas/entry documents (if required)
- Optional activities (own expense): examples may include scenic flights, rafting, mill-town tours, wildlife cruises, or sea kayaking beyond the included Glacier Lake kayak (availability weather-dependent)
- Meals & drinks not listed as included
- Personal gear (hiking clothing, boots, sleeping bag/pillow, toiletries, trekking poles, etc.)
- Laundry, souvenirs, phone/Wi-Fi charges and other personal expenses
- Tips/gratuities for guides and local providers (at your discretion)
Weather Expectations
Seasonal Weather Expectations
Overview
This active loop spans coast (Seward/Valdez), interior towns (Talkeetna/Glennallen), and sub-arctic parklands (Denali, Wrangell–St. Elias). Conditions swing with elevation and distance from the ocean—pack layers you can add/remove fast.
May–June (spring to early summer)
- Coast (Seward/Valdez): ~4–12 °C; sea fog or drizzle common; trails damp.
- Interior (Talkeetna/Glennallen): ~5–16 °C; brighter afternoons; mozzies start at dusk near water.
- Denali/Wrangell–St. Elias: ~-2–12 °C; frosty dawns; lingering snow on higher trails/passes.
July–August (peak summer)
- Coast: ~8–15 °C; mild and breezy; showers in brief pulses; cold near glaciers.
- Interior: ~9–20 °C; warmest stretch; occasional afternoon thunderstorms.
- Denali/Wrangell–St. Elias: ~5–18 °C; strong UV at altitude, cool nights; sudden weather flips possible.
September (early autumn)
- Coast: ~3–10 °C; clearer air, more frequent light rain later in month.
- Interior: ~0–12 °C; colours turning, fewer insects.
- Denali/Wrangell–St. Elias: ~-6–8 °C; early frosts and the first snows at elevation; cold nights.
Rain, Wind & Sun
- Coast brings mist/drizzle; interiors get short, sharp showers. Carry a waterproof, windproof shell.
- Glaciers and passes feel much colder than towns the same day—add a warm mid-layer for stops.
- UV can bite even when cool—hat, sunnies, SPF 30+.
Daylight
- Late May–July: very long days (civil twilight late into the night) = flexible hike windows and mellow evening walks.
- September: earlier sunsets and crisp mornings—great light, cooler evenings.
Trail & Surface Notes (Active focus)
- Expect sustained elevation on ridge/pass days (loose rock, heather benches, occasional snow patches in shoulder season).
- Boardwalks and coastal rocks can be slick after fog/rain; use treaded boots even for short approaches.
- Mosquitoes peak June–August in still, low areas—repellent and long sleeves at dusk help.
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What To Pack
What to Pack
Essentials
- Sleeping bag (0–5 °C comfort) + compact pillow
- Daypack (22–30 L) with hip belt; 1.5–2 L water capacity (bottles or bladder)
- Head torch (spare batteries) + 10–20k mAh power bank
- Microfibre towel, toiletries, small personal first-aid (blister care, pain relief, any meds)
- Travel adapter (US Type A/B, 110–120 V)
- Motion-sickness tablets (handy for boat/kayak days)
Layering & Weather
- Breathable base layers (top/bottom)
- Mid-layer fleece or light synthetic puffer
- Packable insulated jacket (mornings/evenings can be near 0 °C)
- Waterproof, windproof shell (hooded) + light rain pants
- Warm beanie, light gloves, neck gaiter (esp. May/Sept)
- Quick-dry shirts/shorts + one warm trouser for camp nights
Footwear
- Sturdy hiking boots/shoes with tread (already broken-in)
- Camp shoes/sandals for evenings
- Merino/synthetic hiking socks (3–5 pairs) + spare laces
Sun & Insect
- Sun hat, UV sunglasses, SPF 30+ sunscreen + SPF lip balm
- Insect repellent (picaridin/DEET); optional bug head net for still evenings
- After-bite/soothing cream (optional)
Documents & Money
- Passport/ID, any visas/ESTA, and travel insurance (printed + digital)
- Credit/debit card + small amount of USD cash
- Backup copies of key documents stored separately
Nice-to-Haves (Active Focus)
- Trekking poles (collapsible) for ridge/pass days
- Dry bags/stuff sacks for layers/electronics (rain/boat days)
- Reusable mug/thermos & spork for roadside lunches
- Gaiters (useful in shoulder season/snow patches)
- Earplugs & eye mask (long daylight/early starts)
- Small binoculars for distant wildlife (always view from safe distances)
Pack light, think layers, and prioritise quick-dry fabrics—the coast can be misty, and interior weather flips fast.
Local Insights
Local Insights
- Long light = longer windows: Summer daylight stretches late—use it for early ascents and mellow evening leg-looseners. Jet lag can be your secret weapon.
- Coast vs interior legs: Seward/Valdez stay cooler and breezier; Denali/Wrangell–St. Elias swing wider. Layer for fast flips; a dry base layer changes everything.
- Trail etiquette on narrow ridges: Yield to uphill hikers, keep poles tips-down near others, and step off on the stable side if you need to pass.
- Glacier safety mindset: Trails to ice can cross slick moraine and wind-exposed benches. Zips and straps tight, nothing dangling; micro-stops in sheltered spots.
- Marathon & Crow Pass pacing: These climbs are honest—short strides, steady cadence, snack small-and-often. Turn-backs are wins if conditions call it.
- Bug strategy (June–Aug): Mozzies love still, low, near-water spots. Repellent + long sleeves at dusk; a head net weighs nothing and saves morale.
- Wildlife reality check: If an animal changes behaviour, you’re too close. Keep food smells sealed; never stash snacks in tents. Speak up if someone forgets.
- Kayak comfort hacks: Thin liner gloves help when spray is chilly; keep a dry top ready for the beach take-out so you don’t get cold post-paddle.
- Roadhouse culture: Small places run on early starts and honest portions. If you’ve got a must-try dish, go early dinner—then catch golden hour outside.
- Weather windows for flights: Scenic flights often pop during morning or late arvo lulls. Your CEO will juggle timings when skies open.
- Leave No Trace, dialled: Stay on durable surfaces, step through mud (don’t widen trails), and pack out micro-trash like gel tabs and tape.
CO₂ Footprint Report
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CO₂ Footprint
Results Summary (Topline)
- Estimated per guest (14 days): ~2.7 tCO₂e
- Estimated per tour (assumed 13 guests): ~35.1 tCO₂e
- Counter-impact applied: 200% (targeting ~5.4 tCO₂e per guest)
- Method note: High-estimate (DEFRA-aligned) with Well-to-Tank and RF = 1.9 for aviation; includes single-hub guest travel, all meals (included and off-tour), on-tour road transport, accommodation, and a small allowance for kayak support logistics. +10% uncertainty uplift applied.
Purpose
Provide a clear, conservative footprint for Ultimate Active Alaska | 14-Day Anchorage ⇄ Anchorage so travellers understand impact and the 200% counter-impact applied.
Scope & Boundaries (what’s counted)
- Guest travel to/from the tour: Single official feeder hub → Anchorage (start & end same city).
- On-tour transport: Mini-coach/van between regions and trailheads.
- Accommodation: Camping (9 nts), cabins with shared bathrooms (3 nts), hotel (1 nt).
- Meals: All meals over the trip duration (42 total = 14×3), not just the included 11B/7L/6D (conservative practice).
- Activities: Allowance for kayak support logistics on the Glacier Lake day.
- Excluded: Personal shopping; extraordinary add-ons outside the published plan.
Feeder Hub — Single Origin City
- Los Angeles (LAX) selected as the official feeder hub. Routing applied: LAX → ANC → LAX.
Emission Factors & Conservative Defaults (overview)
- Aviation (economy, short/medium-haul): ~0.158 kgCO₂e/pax-km base × RF 1.9 + WTT.
- Mini-coach/van: ~0.09 kgCO₂e/pax-km (smaller vehicles, mixed terrain, incl. WTT).
- Accommodation proxies: Camping ~3 kg/night; cabins/hotel ~15 kg/night.
- Meals: ~2.5 kgCO₂e per meal (production + prep).
- Watercraft logistics (kayak day): conservative flat allowance (small motor support/crew ops).
Activity Data (applied)
- Aviation (LAX ↔ ANC): ~6,900 km total great-circle distance.
- Road distance (tour total): ~2,000 km (Anchorage ⇄ Seward, Talkeetna/Denali, Valdez, McCarthy/Glennallen legs).
- Accommodation: 13 nights (9 camping + 3 cabins + 1 hotel).
- Meals: ~42 per guest (14 days × 3/day).
- Watercraft logistics: 1 kayak support day.
Results — Per Guest (rounded)
- Aviation (6,900 km, RF+WTT): ~2.07 tCO₂e
- Road transport (≈2,000 km): ~0.18 tCO₂e
- Accommodation (9CAMP + 3CAB + 1HOTEL): ~0.09 tCO₂e
- Meals (~42): ~0.11 tCO₂e
- Kayak support logistics (1 day): ~0.03 tCO₂e
- Subtotal: ~2.48 tCO₂e
- +10% uncertainty uplift: → ~2.73 tCO₂e
- Rounded for communication: ~2.7 tCO₂e per guest
Results — Per Tour (assumed 13 guests)
- Estimated total: ~35.1 tCO₂e
Assumptions (key)
- Feeder hub fixed to LAX for comparability across departures.
- Mini-coach factor reflects smaller vehicles and elevation changes.
- Meals counted in full (included + off-tour) as a conservative standard.
- Kayak day is human-powered; a small emissions allowance is applied for support/crew logistics.
- +10% uplift covers variability (weather reroutes, idling, load factors).
Versioning
- Method: Zero Trace Standard v1.9 (DEFRA-aligned; WTT included; RF 1.9 for aviation)
- Date: 26 September 2025
- Preparer: Zero Trace methodology (marketplace reporting; not the tour operator)
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How fit do I need to be?
This is Demanding (Physical 4) with sustained hiking days, real elevation, and back-to-back activity. You should be comfortable with full-day hikes on uneven terrain.
What kind of accommodation is used?
Mostly camping in established campgrounds (shared tents), plus 3 nights in cabins (shared bathrooms) and 1 hotel night in/near Anchorage.
What meals are included—and can you handle dietary needs?
11 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 6 Dinners are included as shown in the itinerary. Common dietary needs can usually be accommodated with advance notice; bring preferred snacks if your diet is very specific.
What are the headline activities?
Ridge and pass hikes (e.g., Crow Pass, Mount Marathon), the Harding Icefield day hike (conditions permitting), Talkeetna Lake Trail, front-country Denali hikes (e.g., Mt Healy Overlook or Horseshoe Lake), a full-day Denali shuttle to East Fork (around Mile 43), Worthington Glacier short walk, a Glacier Lake hike & guided kayak in Valdez, and the Bonanza Mine ridge hike in Wrangell–St. Elias.
More FAQ's
How big is the group and who leads it?
Small group (maximum 13). A professional Chief Experience Officer (CEO) handles logistics, safety briefings, and daily plans.
Is there a minimum age?
Yes, 12+. Must be accompanies by an adult
Do I need special gear?
Bring broken-in hiking boots, a 0–5 °C sleeping bag, and a comfortable daypack. Trekking poles are helpful on steeper/looser sections. A full packing list is provided in “What to Pack.”
Are activities weather/conditions dependent?
Yes. Glacier and high-ridge routes, as well as the kayak session, run conditions permitting. The CEO may adjust timings or choose safer alternatives to keep the experience strong.
How much luggage can I bring?
Pack light and soft—one main bag/duffel plus a daypack works best for shared vehicle space and easy camp moves.
Will I have phone signal or Wi-Fi?
Towns (Anchorage, Seward, Valdez, Denali entrance area) generally have coverage; it’s patchy to none in parks and along remote roads.
What about wildlife safety?
You’ll travel through bear and moose country. Keep very safe distances, never feed wildlife, and follow camp food-storage instructions. If an animal changes behaviour because of you, you’re too close.
Can the itinerary change?
Yes—weather, park advisories, trail conditions, and road status can prompt adjustments. Any changes aim to keep the trip’s intent intact while prioritising safety.
What’s not included that I should budget for?
Flights, airport transfers, optional activities (e.g., scenic flights, rafting, mill-town tours, wildlife cruises not listed as included), meals/drinks not included, personal gear, laundry, souvenirs, phone/Wi-Fi charges, and tips/gratuities at your discretion.
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- The closer to departure, the tighter (and costlier) changes become; some trips treat late changes as a cancel + rebook under the operator’s policy.
Transfer to another person (name change)
- Many operators allow a name change/transfer up to a certain cut-off.
- Fees and deadlines vary by operator and services booked (e.g., flights may be non-transferable).
Instant-confirmation bookings
- If you booked via a live operator calendar, the operator’s T&Cs apply immediately. Some departures are non-changeable or have stricter windows.
How to request a change
- Email us with your booking reference, preferred new date/person’s details, and any flexibility.
- We’ll confirm options, fees, and any price differences before making changes.
Pro tips
- Ask early—more seats = more options, lower fees.
- Consider travel insurance that covers change/cancellation costs.
- Always check booking terms and conditions, links displayed on each tour page under the overview.
Are you accredited / is my money protected?
Yes. Your money is protected by our own accreditation and safeguards, plus the protections of our tour partners and the payment methods we use.
Our business safeguards
- Legally registered business with documented booking & refund policies.
- Commercial insurance appropriate to our operations.
- VTIC Quality Tourism Accreditation (Quality Tourism Accredited Business) confirming we meet industry standards for customer service, safety, and risk management.
Operator-level protection
- We partner only with established operators who maintain their own financial protections and clear refund/credit policies.
- When you book via a live operator calendar, payment is processed directly by the operator and their protections/terms apply immediately.
How your payment is handled
- All card payments run through a secure, PCI-compliant gateway; we don’t store your full card details.
- If you book through a live operator calendar, payment is processed directly into the operator’s system, and their terms & protections apply immediately.
Your legal rights
- Your purchase is also covered by consumer laws in your country/state (fair trading/refund rights). We reference the applicable jurisdiction on your paperwork.
Extra peace of mind
- Paying by credit card may add chargeback protection from your card issuer.
- We strongly recommend travel insurance to cover situations outside operator/consumer protections (your own cancellation, medical, delays).
Do you offer price matching?
Absolutely. Our prices update live from the operator, but if you spot the same tour on the same dates with the same inclusions and terms advertised for less — even in a public sale or promo — we’ll match it.
Already booked? We’ll refund the difference to your original payment method (eligibility applies, based on the final checkout price including taxes/fees from an authorised seller). And yes, the matched price still includes our 200% carbon offset — no dilution of benefits.
Do I need travel insurance?
Not for every trip—but for most travellers, we strongly recommend it
Some itineraries and partner operators do require insurance (especially remote treks, glacier walks, or bookings made via live operator calendars with mandatory cover).
When it’s required
- Certain partners/departures make insurance compulsory and may ask for proof before departure. If you book one of these, their T&Cs apply immediately.
What good cover includes
- Medical treatment & emergency evacuation/repatriation (high limits).
- Trip cancellation/interruption (protects your deposit and balance if plans change).
- Baggage & travel delay, and supplier default where available.
- Coverage for all activities on your itinerary (e.g., trekking, glacier hikes, kayaking) and any relevant altitudes/conditions.
- 24/7 assistance hotline and a clear claims process.
When to buy
- At booking. That way, cancellation benefits start immediately and you’re covered if something crops up before you travel.
How to share proof
- Email us your policy certificate (names, policy number, assistance phone).
- If you booked via an instant-confirmation operator calendar, follow their proof instructions and deadlines exactly.
Are departures guaranteed?
Most departures run as planned, but guarantees depend on the operator and minimum numbers. If there’s a wobble, we’ll tell you fast and give you options.
How it works
- Minimum group size: Most partners need a minimum number of travellers to confirm a trip.
- When we confirm: Each operator has a confirmation window (often 30–60 days before departure). We monitor load and update you as status changes.
- Any listing from "G-Adventures" will be guaranteed to run with a booking
If a trip is under-subscribed
- We’ll contact you with clear options:
Move to another date (same tour)
Switch to a comparable trip
Full refund of monies paid (per the operator’s terms)
- Any price differences for new dates/trips will be discussed before you decide.
If a trip is suspended (weather, park closures, strikes, force majeure)
- First, we’ll look to re-route or adjust (e.g., alternative park, similar activities).
- If that’s not viable, you can move dates, choose a different trip, or receive a refund/credit according to the operator’s policy.
Our promise
- Proactive comms: We’ll keep you posted as soon as we know more—no last-minute surprises if we can help it.
- No pressure choices: You pick the outcome; we handle the admin.
- Flight advice: Until your tour is confirmed, book flexible/refundable flights or add insurance that covers schedule changes.
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