Expedition Support & Logistics

Overview

Whether you are a first time visitor or a returning one, coordinating an Alaskan expedition can be overwhelming. Our relationships with local hoteliers, pilots, gear shops and other service providers make your transition from home to the field smooth and efficient.

Availability
On Request 
Duration
Begins In
Anchorage or McCarthy 
Ends In
Anchorage or McCarthy 
Accommodations
Contact Us 
Transportation
Shuttle and Bush Plane 
Difficulty
Intermediate, Advanced, Expert 
Priced From
Contact Us 

Hikers, climbers, skiers, research teams and film crews appreciate our meticulous attention to detail. We flawlessly execute every aspect of expedition logistics, from; building a custom budget, outfitting your team, transporting you to the field and overseeing your safety each step of the way.

A team of skiers unload gear before heading out on a multi-day ski mountaineering expedition.

 

Itinerary

As with all Wild Alpine adventures, the itinerary for your next Alaskan expedition is entirely unique and customized to your goals. Plan on spending less time behind the scenes and more in the mountains, gettin’ ‘er done. Our support team accommodates any length of stay and enables your expedition to originate in most Alaskan towns.

Contact us to flesh out the details of your next expedition.

About the Area

Alaska Range

Sweeping through the interior, the Alaska Range includes five smaller ranges and North Americas tallest peak: 20,320 ft Denali. Read more →

FAQs

What is the weather going to be like during my visit? When talking about weather, “summer” means late May through early September. Average summer temperatures range from 33 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. While rare, it has been known to snow in July, so be prepared for cold weather. June through August are the rainiest months, although yearly … Continue reading →

Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve FAQs

What is the difference between National Park and Preserve? A National Park is an area of unusual scenic or historic interest owned by the federal government and administered by the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior, to conserve the scenery, the flora and fauna, and any natural and historical objects within its boundaries … Continue reading →

Resources

About Anchorage

Anchorage serves as the gateway to most Wild Alpine adventures. Officially incorporated in 1920 (Alaska was granted statehood in 1959) this central hub is a relatively young community founded on the construction of the Alaska Railroad and North Slope oil revenues. All the comforts of major cities in the Lower 48 can be found here; … Continue reading →

About Valdez

Valdez is an Alaskan oil and harbor town at it’s finest. Crude oil from the North Slope is loaded onto barges here and shipped via Prince William Sound to refineries outside of Alaska. The people here are hearty and kind; the accommodations are comfortable and the food satisfies a big appetite. Valdez is a no-frills … Continue reading →

About Girdwood

Just 45 minutes from Anchorage, Girdwood is a quintessential Alaskan ski town. Town boasts 650+ inches of snow annually and summer’s highlight – the Forest Faire – plus seasonal crowds and a few nice places to eat and hear live music. The Alyeska Hotel is known for it’s mountain-side location, skiing, hiking and mountain biking … Continue reading →

About Talkeetna

Historically, Talkeetna has served at the primary jumping-off point for mountaineers accessing Denali (aka Mount McKinley) and other popular areas of the Alaska Range. Comfortable accommodations, a good selection of restaurants, a local brewery and the popular Fairview Inn make this place a favorite staging spot for climbing parties. Located just two hours north of … Continue reading →