I want to give them a 10/5 stars. This is by far the best trip I have ever been on. They give you…read moresuch an authentic experience with so many opportunities to get out into wild Alaska. They place a huge emphasis on sustainability, eco-tourism, and conservation, which makes my heart sing. All of the guides are incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. Each of the lodges is incredibly quaint and homey. They give you a backwoods vibe, but with all of the amenities. Every person we came into contact with won our hearts, especially Christine the guide, Kevin the hiking guide and ornithologist, Evan the chef, and Laredo the fishing guide. All the food is AMAZING by the way. Had such an amazing experience that I think I'll be trying to come back and work for them next summer if they'll have me.

Lucked out on Labor day weekend. Had clear blue skies and my gf and I were the only ones booked for…read morea scenic raft tour. Got see the wildlife, salmons, and learn new things about Alaska. Libby, our tour guide, was superb. She was knowledgeable and great. She even went above and beyond and sung entirely of 'That's Amore' while we floated down river. 5/5 would do it again.

We did the Jet Ski Tour. It was absolutely worth it! A little over 3 hours or riding along the…read morecoast with incredible views of waterfalls and glaciers. Our tour guide, Mark, was super chill and knowledgeable. Was super lucky and got to see whales too!

Our Whittier adventure was nothing short of Amazing. This was definitely an…read moreunforgettable experience!! We did the Glacier Jet Ski Adventure with Alaska Wild Guides! If you are thinking about going, be prepared for an experience that will redefine "breathtaking" Blackstone and Beloit Glacier jet ski tour with Alaska Wild Guides is an absolute must-do in Prince William Sound! This 4-hour, 50"ish"-mile adventure was by far one of the best experiences I've had in Alaska, offering a thrilling blend of exhilaration, raw natural beauty, and profound solitude. From the moment we set off, it was clear this wasn't just any tour. The day began sunny and absolutely gorgeous, painting the already stunning Prince William Sound in a vibrant glow. Our small, intimate group made the experience feel incredibly personal, and our guides were simply exceptional - knowledgeable, fun, and clearly passionate about this incredible environment. The jet skis themselves were a blast! Fully outfitted in comfortable dry suits, gloves, and boots, we were ready for anything. While gliding over calm waters provided serene moments to soak in the scenery, the real thrill came when the waves picked up, adding an exhilarating dimension to the ride. It's hard to put into words the feeling of piloting your own vessel through such a majestic landscape. Approaching Blackstone and Beloit Glaciers was truly awe-inspiring. Both were actively calving, a powerful reminder of nature's constant motion, creating booming sounds that echoed across the water. Getting up close to these icy giants was a humbling experience, making this trip even more magical was the surprising sight of sea lions basking in the sun. My absolute favorite moment was spotting an incredible array of birds and witnessing the stunning waterfall cascading near Blackstone Glacier. The sheer scale and beauty of the Prince William Sound as we headed out was simply breathtaking; words genuinely can't capture the sense of wild solitude I felt out on the water. While the weather shifted towards the end of our tour, bringing a touch of rain and wind, it only added to the drama

Our group did the Glacier Blue Kayak and Grandview Tour which started with a trainride from…read moreGirdwood to Spencer Glacier. Then we had a quick kayak lesson, then paddled across the water to get up close to the glacier. Once we walked up close to admire the view, we did a meaningful meditation, took some pictures, then headed down for lunch. The box lunch was plentiful and fresh. Just enough to keep us satisfied as the train went up to Grandview to see a few more glaciers and some waterfalls that you can't get to by road. All in all, Ryan and Caroline provided us with a safe and fun day that was unforgettable. Definitely the highlight of our time in Alaska.

We did the Spencer glacier tour and the weather was absolutely horrible…read more River was our float guide and was fantastic. The glacier and the lake were absolutely amazing. The tour was about two hours and we got soaked and were very cold - but if you want to see glaciers they exist in cold and wet places. Our waterproof gear was not good enough to stave off the rain. Our guide had hot chocolate for us about half way through and it was excellent and appreciated. This was a spectacular excursion. Highly recommended. Get warm and water prof gear and layer.

Don't know how to get in touch any other way so this is it. Hope you get it…read more. Anyway was going through my old cards, and found yours. Maybe you remember us, but its hard to forget you or the adventure you had us on. I am Jay Martin and I and my two sons visited with you about 25 years ago. Matt had seen your picture on a magazine, called and booked with you. Set us up at Sheep Mountain Lodge or something like that.. Just wanted to let you know we talk about our excellent ATVing and the pictures are great. Just to let you know that going through small rivers, up steep inclines, visiting the hermit that you bring beer to. And I almost forgot, we went fishing one afternoon. Obviously it was a great experience for all of us. We didn't forget. From your web site it looks like your doing alright too. I guess we caught you at your humble beginnings, and they were great. All the best in the future Jay

Local and still loved out day out. Bob was awesome. The adventure was top notch. He took his time…read moreto help us get pictures of the most stunning waterfall. Goes at your pace. I truly can't say enough good things about today. It was great fun for me and my 15 year old daughter. Highly recommended even if you're local

We decided on a last minute helicopter tour to land on a glacier. Our experience with Alpine Air…read morewas extremely smooth. After a quick safety overview, my 11 year old son and I were on our way in a private helicopter! The sites were amazing. Our pilot was experienced and had great control. We were able to spot some wildlife too! The glacier experience was amazing once in a lifetime thing. Highly recommended!

This was a great way to kickstart my adventure in Alaska! Lots of first just in the tour for sure…read more I got the dog sledding tour, which was so awesome! After gearing up, you get ready to ride on a helicopter to punch bowl glacier. The ride was so cool (one of my firsts)! If you've never been in a helicopter, it's an amazing way to sightsee since the viewing angle is way less restrictive than any other aircraft. The maneuverability can make it similar to a thrill ride! Once up there, while waiting to get set up or waiting for others before me to go on their tour, the staff introduces you to their vast arrays of dogs that were born and bred to be sled dogs. Love it or hate it, the dogs seem happy and seem well taken care of. It was amazing to see the 7 puppies that were 8 weeks old and teething. It's hard to not smile when they start chewing on the boots provided by the company. Lastly the piece de resistance is the actual ride. It was very fun and enjoyable being able ride in the sleds with dogs pulling you. They can go pretty fast and the mushers go into the history of dog sledding. Overall, it was a fun experience and a great way for people to enjoy a unique adventure!

I can't even describe how awesome our full day ATV tour was to Knik Glacier! It is probably my…read morefavorite tour I've ever been on. Our guide Jack was particularly amazing but everyone we met at Alaska Backcountry Adventure Tours were experts in their field, extremely friendly and accommodating. The Brand new ATV's were so much fun to drive in the Alaska Countryside! The guides do a great job of stopping and sharing knowledge about everything you see along the way! Everything is Included! Not only do they include lunch, snacks and water for the entire journey, they also outfit you with all the necessary outerwear you might need. As a larger guy I was a little nervous as most places don't carry my sizes. Not only could they accommodate me easily they even had sizes up to 5x. If you are on the fence about this tour definitely pull the trigger. They will take great care of you and this tour will be the highlight of your trip!

We really had an amazing day. Everything was top notch and overall perfect experience. Our tour…read moreguides Ian and Brady were the best. Where to begin. First we have done ATV in Mexico and in Hawaii on some amazing backdrops. This by far was the best. The machines were perfect and so was the equipment. They had great gear that kept a lot of the mud, dust and water out. It can't be avoided completely but they do everything in their power. I was hesitant about having to wear a helmet but have to say it is a must. As you fly through the trails at catch an errant tree limb this takes it like a champ. We loved getting to the glacier and then getting the option to polar plunge in the glacier. They made it easy and encouraged it. The food and snacks exceeded our expectations and we had the perfect amounts of stops. We saw 3 moose and two of the three were a mother/baby pair. So cute for sure. We saw eagles fly over head too. This was just amazing and the staff made us feel a part of their family. The sand dunes were a blast in these machines. So many good things to say.

- 10 star experience for northern lights tour - Dana is…read morefabulous - she knows! - she is dedicated to her craft - they were on time for pickup - snacks are good (chips, nuts, granola bars, water) - eat a hearty dinner before - the field is your pee break if you have to number 2, sorry for ya - our lights started at 11pm they were predicted to be highest between 1230/1 we waited until after 2, and they were still dim all the other people in the area had left - the lights REALLY started at 230, we stayed until 530 Dana had faith we believed in her it paid off - we got home at 6 - great photos by Dana - heated van all night

Mike and Shannon were the best guides for our one and only experience. Josh picked us up and we…read morewere off to their cabin where by 11 pm we're seeing auroras across the sky! The lights were so beautiful and the entire group got to experience VIP photo shoots! The skies were clear on our night and we enjoyed hot cocoa, snacks and even a small walking trail! Once clouds came along we picked up and drove to a few other locations in the area in our heated van! Nice and comfy with a great group of folks until 2 ish. I think my group would even say I got some zzz's in too Lol! We loved it!

I booked a winter tour with Salmon Berry that started in Anchorage and traveled to Fairbanks. This…read moretour was amazing. We packed so much in to our week but nothing ever felt rushed and we were able to genuinely enjoy each experience. Our tour guide Laura was so knowledgeable and professional and a joy to spend the week with. I have already recommended this tour to 4 friends and cannot say enough great things about this company, the employees, and the adventures.

Great time! They were able to help us out when we asked for a same-day tour. Got to go to the top…read moreof Alyeska resort with the tram. Also went to the wildlife conservation center and saw the moose, bears, musk oxen, elk, etc. the tour included lunch at our choice of two food trucks. I got the pork belly rice bowl at the Girdwood izakaya. A bit heavy on the salt, but overall an enjoyable meal. Love the blueberry kombucha at the brewery! V, our guide, was informative and helped take pictures of my family! They pick up and drop off at your hotel. Not too sure about the water bottles though. After you are done drinking the tap water, you have to return the bottles for them to recycle. Although they use a dishwasher, it seems a bit strange for me to share bottles with other people.

I had a fantastic rafting experience with the NOVA guides…read more Prior to driving by the sign on the road that says "NOVA rafting," I was lamenting about how I didn't think I was going to be able to raft due to my tight schedule while visiting Alaska. I drove by the sign and thought "I will just pop down there and see if they have any space." Lo and behold, that had some space on the trip that was starting ten minutes after I got there. They got me signed up and off we went! Adam did a great job driving our bus and photographing us along the way, Gavin kept us well entertained and got us excited on the bus, Coffee (manager) gave us a very informative safety speech, and my rafts personal guide, Maria (from Louisiana), was awesome. I felt safe and had a wonderful time with her guiding our raft. Getting a gla-cial (facial from the glacier water) was a top experience of my trip. I also thought the tour and photos were appropriately priced. Overall, a great experience and worth the money and I'm so happy I did it.

Amazing! That's the one word I would use to describe this company. The quality of guides this…read morecompany has sets the bar very high. Shoutout to David (for glacier trekking) and Jon (for whitewater rafting) for making the respective excursions memorable! Let me start with the glacier trekking. My buddy and I did the adventure trek.This was perhaps one of the most unique excisions over ever been on. The fact that you're exploring a glacier (the matanuska glacier) by walking on it and through it leaves you with a sense of wonder. It seriously feels like a whole new world that's not in earth. Our guide , David, took us to see a lot of features of the glacier and we got to see glacier crevasses and glacial pools. So beautiful and majestic. This left an imprint of Alaskan glacial beauty and I'll be sure to never forget. He even created a spout on the glacier so we can taste the freshness of glacier water! We felt completely safe with his knowledge of the glacier and he made sure to answer any questions we may have had. Thanks David! The next excursion was to whitewater rafting down the Matanuska River. For the second excursion, we did the lions head rafting tour. Let me start out by saying that it was utterly fun and unforgettable. Going through class 3 and 4 rapids is sure to excite any thrill seeker. The guide definitely makes this trip exciting especially since they are integral to your safety as well as fun. Jon made sure that we were all engaged and having a great time! Thanks Jon! I cannot recommend this company enough. Definitely do multiple activities (you'll get a discount for booking more than one)! This was the end cap for my Alaskan adventure as it was drawing to a close. I couldn't have chosen better adventures to end on! Keep it up Nova!