Scenic Hike and Float

Skagway

Tour Details

Scenic Hike & Taiya River Raft Float Tour in Skagway, Alaska

Setting out from downtown Skagway toward your Scenic Hike and Float Excursion, you will drive 10 eye-popping miles along the coastal road to the Dyea valley and the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park.

Arriving at the Chilkoot trailhead, you will start your active 2-mile hike through nature and history, retracing the steps of the stampeders on the Chilkoot Trail, hiking up and over 300 foot Saintly hill through a green, moss-covered northern temperate forest and then meandering along the riparian woodlands by the Taiya river. From your knowledgeable guide, you will learn history of the Gold Rush of 1897-98, cultural Tlingit history of the area, and about the native flora and fauna. Capture some beautiful family and nature photos along the way.

At the end of the one-way hike, you will meet with the raft and suit up with life jackets and rubber boots for a relaxing river float on the tranquil Taiya River. Along with your group of at most 11 guests, you will sit back and let your guide do the work at the oars. As you float along, your guide will watch for any wildlife (like Bald Eagles) and point out natural features while you relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the glacially fed river and the mountain views. The float time on this Skagway rafting excursion is approximately 40 to 45 minutes on the river. After the rafting, enjoy a riverside snack. You will feel rejuvenated after your engaging time spent with Alaska's natural beauty.

$159 per person

Duration: 4 hours
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More about this tour

Shore Excursion Size: Small

Shore Excursion Type: Hiking

Shore Excursion Duration: 4

Shore Excursion Departs From: Cruise Ship Pier

Activity Level: Difficult

Food/Beverage Provided: Snack Included

Recommended Dress: For all Alaska tours, we recommend layers of clothing, with the top layer being waterproof. We also suggest comfortable walking shoes that may get wet. Please wear socks. Lifejackets, rubber boots, and a long rain poncho are provided for the raft portion

Restrictions: All participants must be in good physical condition for the hike. Guests with back, knee, hip or balance issues should not participate in this tour. Due to safety reasons and keeping to the tour schedule, the local representative will strongly advise agai


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