November 2007 - National Geographic Adventure

November 2007 Backcountry Safaris was recognized by National Geographic as one of the Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth.

National Geographic conducted the world's first authoritative rating of adventure travel tour operators. Ratings for categories in educations in which clients learn about geology, culture and history. Sustainability, the ways outfitters help protect the planet's cultural and natural heritage. Quality of service. Sprit of adventure, outdoor activities and introducing guest to innovative experiences. And references where multiple clients were interviewed.

To learn more about the methodology used by the National Geographic to rate Backcountry Safaris and other Best Adventure Travel companies on Earth ... Continued

July 2003 - Healing Lifestyles & Spas
Bergie Bits and Growlers: Sea Kayaking in the Fjords of Alaska
Story and photography by Mary M. Brigham

"Watch out for growlers," our guide, Ron Clauson, said. "They can tip over on your kayak! Icebergs make a growling noise when they roll; that’s why we call 'em that. Don't get close to 'em."

That was two hours ago, and now we were picking our way through menacing herds of the oddly-shaped sculptures. I felt like a flea on a toothpick, trying to paddle through a snow cone. Our campsite was somewhere on the other side of this icy maze... Continued

Featured Alaska Adventures

Sea Kayaking 1 day to 7 day Trips Alaska Sea Kayaking adventures in Seward. Explore Aialik Bay in Kenai Fjords National Park or Resurrection Bay and see why others are saying it is the greatest sea kayaking location in Alaska. All-inclusive Alaska Sea Kayaking, Compare! Bear Glacier Camp. New for 2009 a unique deluxe eco-adventure camp. Paddle in a protected sea kayaking paradise with giant icebergs, naturalist-led hikes, outdoor photography, or try some birding. Bear Glacier is also a great location to just relax and enjoy the scenery from camp while others paddle or hike. A perfect one to three-day trip. 7-day Aialik Bay Kenai Fjords sea kayaking trip provides a complete Alaska sea kayaking wilderness camping experience. This is the best sea kayaking adventure we offer. Three tidewater glaciers flow into Aialik Bay, and the area is teeming with wildlife. A do-it-yourself sea kayaking trip that is accompanied by a highly skilled sea kayaking guide. We supply an experienced guide you save money by bringing your own camping gear, food, and doing your own cooking and camp chores. ** Private custom family and group sea kayaking adventures are also available.	Seward Alaska Hotels Birch Tree Cottage Local advise, recommendations for Seward hotels, lodging and B&B's. Backcountry Safaris is pleased to announce that we have purchased a new office in downtown Seward. Our new Seward travel & sea kayaking office features a cottage for overnight Seward lodging. Over the winter we'll be doing some remodel work and adding new furnishings. Birch Tree Cottage will be available for nightly rentals starting May 17. Seward Birch Tree Cottage Amenities: Newly furnished Birch Tree Cottage is a cute one bedroom cottage. Amenities include a queen size bed and a hideaway bed in the front room. The kitchenette features a stove and refrigerator and is stocked with tableware, utensils, pots, pans, coffee pot, and a microwave oven. For those that need to stay connected, free high-speed wireless Internet service is available. The cottage is within walking distance to the small boat harbor, shopping, the Alaska Sea Life Center, restaurants, and coffee shops. Backcountry Safaris has complimentary arrival and departure shuttle to and from the Seward Train Depot and the Seward Cruise ship docks. At our travel office we offer Alaska gift items, complimentary cups of coffee and friendly staff who are happy to answer your Alaska travel questions and help with your Alaska travel plans.
Alaska Bear Viewing 1, 2,3 and 7 day Trips Photograph Alaska's World famous Brown Bears Our 1 to 3 day adventures takes you to a private wilderness fly-in bear viewing camp in Lake Clark National Park. Few locations in Alaska can match the grandeur of this pristine bear viewing location. If you're wanting the ultimate bear viewing experience our 7-day includes a Katmai National Park wilderness river trip to see bears along the Savonoski river and ends at the world famous Brooks Falls. Brooks Falls is one of the locations where all the famous bear photos are taking with bears standing on a waterfall fishing for salmon.	Alaska Railroad Denali Star Train Coastal Classic Train GoldStar Train Transportation and tours to popular Alaska destinations Alaska Railroad Passenger Service You'll know from the very moment you climb aboard the Alaska Railroad you're riding on the best train in the world.The alaska train offers panoramic windows and historical narratives from lifelong Alaskan conductors and tour guides. • Anchorage, Denali Park and Fairbanks • Anchorage To Seward • Alaska Railroad Tours Visitors traveling on the Alaska Train can also choose to upgrade to the Gold Star service featuring upper-level dome car seating and a outdoor viewing deck - the only one of its kind.
Whale Watching Glacicer Cruises Kenai Fjords National Park Seward, Alaska SMALL BOAT Small Group Whale Watching, Wildlife, Glacier, and Natural History Tour If you want the best Alaska whale watching and glacier cruise experience our small boat tour is the ultimate. We limit our group size to 15 and can poition the boat so everyone gets a perfect view. Also private custom tours with as few as 2 people is possible. We take extra effort so you will never miss that photo opportunity of a lifetime. Trips depart for Seward at 8:00 am. Kenai Fjords Tours Alaska's No 1 Wildlife and Glacier Cruises Alaska’s most popular wildlife and glacier cruise! Kenai Fjords National Park offers alpine and tidewater glaciers and is home to a large variety of whales, sea lions, sea otters and more. Tours are fully narrated by an accredited wildlife interpreter. Departure options from Anchorage or Seward are available. Kenai Fjords Tours offers 6 different of day cruise options with number of departure times. Also there are overnight Fox Island stay options available.	Denali National Park Denali Park Lodging Backcountry Safaris has a working relationship with many Denali Park resorts, hotels, cabins and lodges. With years of experience at Denali we can take the hassle out of trying to arrange lodging at Denali National Park. We offer this service at no additional cost to you. Transportation to Denali National Park Denali Park transportation options include motor coach and the Alaska Railroad. One more option if your time is very limited, is by air charter to or from Denali Park. This option is not for someone on a tight budget and best suited for a small group. Denali National Park Tours and Packages To make your Alaska adventure vacation complete, a visit to Denali National Park and Mt. McKinley is a must add to your Alaska adventure tour or Alaska cruise. Give us a call to arrange a custom Denali Park Mt. McKinley tour package. Some options you might want consider is a Bus tour into Denali Park, Rafting, Dog Mushing, or a Denali (Mt. McKinley) flightseeing trip.

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