As the ice begins to break, witness the return of migratory birds and the awakening of hibernating wildlife. This is an ideal time for low-altitude hiking and photography of snow-capped peaks. You can enjoy the crisp air and the quiet before the peak summer season begins.
Bespoke holidays in Alaska, tailored for you
Bespoke holidays in Alaska, tailored for you
Where vast wilderness, towering glaciers and extraordinary wildlife create a powerful sense of scale, silence and wonder, offering one of the world’s most immersive and transformative expedition experiences.
The Whispering Giant
Valdez, Alaska
Bespoke holidays in Alaska, tailored for you
Where vast wilderness, towering glaciers and extraordinary wildlife create a powerful sense of scale, silence and wonder, offering one of the world’s most immersive and transformative expedition experiences.
The Whispering Giant
Valdez, Alaska
A frontier of ice, wildlife and untamed landscapes
Alaska is a land shaped by extremes, where glacier-carved fjords meet dense forests, rugged coastlines and vast interior tundra. Travelling here reveals a world of raw beauty and rare encounters, from watching whales surface beside your ship to observing bears along salmon-rich rivers. Whether explored by sea or land, Alaska offers moments of stillness and awe that feel deeply grounding, making it an unforgettable destination for travellers seeking meaningful connection with nature.
A seasonal guide to Alaska
Featured journeys
Your luxury expedition, tailored solely to you. Be inspired by endless possibilities across Alaska’s most remarkable regions.
Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands
Take a 12-night scenic journey between Washington and Alaska, traveling from Seattle to Juneau through Canada’s Inside Passage. Stop in the San Juan Islands, cruise...
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Alaska's Glacier Wilderness with Glacier Bay
Sail through Alaska’s icy wilderness, witness towering glaciers, and explore pristine landscapes in unforgettable style.
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Wild, Woolly and Wow with Glacier Bay
Seven nights roundtrip from Juneau through Glacier Bay, LeConte Glacier, and bear country aboard the Wilderness Legacy.
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Northern Passages with Glacier Bay & Sitka
Seven nights aboard the Safari Endeavour through Glacier Bay, Chichagof Island, and Sitka - Alaska's wildest passages in one unforgettable voyage.
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Alaska's Inside Passage: Untamed Wilderness
Cruise Alaska with Lindblad Expeditions, glide past glaciers, fjords, whales, and wildlife in untamed, breath-taking wilderness.
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Alaska Majesty: Glaciers, Fjords and Luxury Exploration
Cruise from Vancouver through Alaska’s Inside Passage, past glaciers, fjords and wildlife-rich coasts on an elegant expedition.
View detailsWhere our expeditions lead
Explore Alaska through a collection of carefully selected regions, each revealing a different perspective on its wilderness and wildlife.
Inside Passage
Navigate a labyrinth of fjords and islands where whales and seals frequent the calm waters. This region is perfect for small-ship expeditions that can reach secluded coves and hidden glaciers far beyond the reach of larger vessels.
Denali National Park
Home to North America’s highest peak, this vast wilderness offers unparalleled views of grizzly bears, wolves, and caribou. Our experts curate private land-based adventures that allow for deep immersion in the subarctic tundra and mountain scenery.
Kenai Peninsula
Known as Alaska’s playground, this area combines spectacular marine life with rugged mountain terrain. Explore the Kenai Fjords by private yacht to see tidewater glaciers calving into the sea, or enjoy world-class fly-fishing in turquoise glacial rivers.
Katmai National Park
A premier destination for bear enthusiasts, where you can observe brown bears in their natural habitat. Our private floatplane excursions provide exclusive access to remote viewing platforms, ensuring an intimate and respectful encounter with these magnificent creatures.
Wrangell–St. Elias National Park
This massive park contains some of the largest volcanoes and glaciers on the continent. Experience the incredible scale of the landscape through private heli-hiking adventures and guided treks across ancient ice fields in total seclusion.
Alaskan Arctic Coast
Reach the very top of the world to witness the unique culture and wildlife of the high north. This remote region offers a powerful sense of isolation and the chance to see polar bears and migratory bowhead whales.
Inside Passage
Navigate a labyrinth of fjords and islands where whales and seals frequent the calm waters. This region is perfect for small-ship expeditions that can reach secluded coves and hidden glaciers far beyond the reach of larger vessels.
Denali National Park
Home to North America’s highest peak, this vast wilderness offers unparalleled views of grizzly bears, wolves, and caribou. Our experts curate private land-based adventures that allow for deep immersion in the subarctic tundra and mountain scenery.
Kenai Peninsula
Known as Alaska’s playground, this area combines spectacular marine life with rugged mountain terrain. Explore the Kenai Fjords by private yacht to see tidewater glaciers calving into the sea, or enjoy world-class fly-fishing in turquoise glacial rivers.
Katmai National Park
A premier destination for bear enthusiasts, where you can observe brown bears in their natural habitat. Our private floatplane excursions provide exclusive access to remote viewing platforms, ensuring an intimate and respectful encounter with these magnificent creatures.
Wrangell–St. Elias National Park
This massive park contains some of the largest volcanoes and glaciers on the continent. Experience the incredible scale of the landscape through private heli-hiking adventures and guided treks across ancient ice fields in total seclusion.
Alaskan Arctic Coast
Reach the very top of the world to witness the unique culture and wildlife of the high north. This remote region offers a powerful sense of isolation and the chance to see polar bears and migratory bowhead whales.
The natural wonders
Alaska is home to some of the planet’s most iconic wildlife. Humpback and orca whales migrate through their coastal waters, brown bears gather along salmon rivers and bald eagles soar above ancient forests. On land, moose and caribou roam vast tundra landscapes, while glaciers dominate the scenery, calving into fjords and shaping environments that feel timeless and profoundly powerful.
Bull moose
Denali, Alaska
Perching bald eagle
Tongass National Park, Alaska
The natural wonders
Alaska is home to some of the planet’s most iconic wildlife. Humpback and orca whales migrate through their coastal waters, brown bears gather along salmon rivers and bald eagles soar above ancient forests. On land, moose and caribou roam vast tundra landscapes, while glaciers dominate the scenery, calving into fjords and shaping environments that feel timeless and profoundly powerful.
Bull moose
Denali, Alaska
Perching bald eagle
Tongass National Park, Alaska
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FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about planning your bespoke journey to Alaska.
June to September offers the best conditions for wildlife viewing, expedition cruising and access to remote regions.
Yes. Alaska is an excellent introduction to expedition travel, offering expert guides, well-paced activities and high levels of comfort.
Depending on the region and season, you may see whales, bears, moose, sea lions, seals and a wide variety of birdlife.
Journeys are designed to suit a range of abilities, with activities that can be adapted from gentle walks to more active hikes.