Duration: 6 days
Equipment: Wet suit, helmet, life jacket, booties & paddle
Meals: All meals included throughout the trip (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks)
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Dates:
The Alsek River flows southward from its source at the confluence of the Dezadeash and Kaskawulsh Rivers, through large glaciated valleys of the St. Elias Mountains. Rugged glacial valleys are home for wild populations of grizzly bear and mountain goat. Arctic plant life clings to the light glaciated soils. Sand dunes and glacial till provide a contrasting environment for the diverse and fragile vegetation found here.
Breathtaking vistas of large valley glaciers such as the Lowell and Fisher offer the river visitor glimpses of the heart of Kluane.
Day 1
Make our way to Haines Junction and onto Jarvis River.
Day 2
Start on the Jarvis and Kaskawulsh Rivers until it meets the confluence of the Dezadeash which is the start of the Alsek River.
Day 3 – 6
Paddle down through the Upper Alsek River in open mountains and beautiful alpine scenery. Experience some fun whitewater before entering the breathtaking Lowell Lake. Hike Goatherd Mountain and paddle amongst the icebergs at Lowell Lake before flying out.
