Alaska’s Untamed Wilderness

Explore Alaska from national parks to the energetic cities.

Alaska’s Untamed Wilderness

Explore Alaska from national parks to the energetic cities.

Highlights

  • Take a scenic rail journey from Talkeetna to Denali National Park, soaking in panoramic views of untouched landscapes, and see a special interpretive presentation offering insights into the park’s natural wonders and rich history.
  • Explore the vast expanse of Denali National Park, venturing deep into the heart of this 6 million-acre wilderness, and keep watch for iconic wildlife on guided tours, such as grizzly bears, moose, and caribou.
  • Experience the spirit of Alaska by visiting a local Iditarod sled dog kennel to learn about the storied history of the “Last Great Race on Earth” and meet adorable Husky puppies in training.
  • Embark on a scenic flight to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, home to the largest collection of glaciers in North America, and delve into the park’s icy wonders on a hike to Root Glacier to witness breathtaking vistas of pristine icefields.
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by Odysseys Unlimited.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart for Anchorage, Alaska
Day 2: Anchorage | Denali National Park
Day 3: Denali National Park
Day 4: Denali National Park
Day 5: Denali National Park | Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
Day 6: Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
Day 7: Wrangell-St. Elias NationalPark | Mat-Su Valley
Day 8: Mat-Su Valley | Anchorage/Seward
Day 9: Seward
Day 10: Seward | Anchorage
Day 11: Depart Anchorage

Host

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Knute Nadelhoffer

Professor Emeritus, University of Michigan, Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology

Fun fact

I am “retired” but I am finding effective ways to apply science to environmental stewardship and climate change policies through my work with not-for-profit policy organizations.

U-M Role

I retired as Director of the UM Biological Station and Professor in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology in 2020 after 18 years of administration, research and teaching (both at the Biological Station in northern Michigan and on the Ann Arbor campus).

Trip Experience

I conducted research on arctic tundra ecosystems for over 20 years from 1984 through 2004, mostly in Alaska, but also in northern Norway and Sweden. I look forward to introducing our group of Alaska travelers to how soils, plants, animals, and climate interact to form and sustain the diversity of arctic ecosystems.

Limited Availability
June 17-27, 2025

Starting price

$8,797

Deposit per person

$500

Countries Visited

United States

Activity Level

Medium
June 17-27, 2025

Starting price

$8,797
*Single supplement applies

Deposit per person

$500

Countries Visited

United States

Activity Level

Medium
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