Kongakut River - Rafting and Hiking the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Though the exact number is unknown, it is estimated that the 19 million acre refuge receives approximately 1500 recreational visitors a year. Arctic National Wildlife Refuge lives up to its description as "America’s Serengeti" and this vast area supports more species and habitat diversity than any conservation area in the northern hemisphere. The US Fish and Wildlife Service calls the refuge, "The only conservation system unit that protects, in an undisturbed condition, a complete spectrum of the arctic ecosystems in North America." Caribou, polar bears, grizzlies and muskoxen wander the north slope of the Brooks Range and the highest concentration of nesting golden eagles in Alaska make the Kongakut River corridor their summer home.
Our schedule on the Kongakut River and our ten full days in the refuge will allow us ample opportunities to hike, fish, photograph, and savor this phenomenal ecosystem. Using inflatable canoes called SOARs, we’ll paddle the 75 miles of the Kongakut at a fairly leisurely pace, taking time at the put-in and along the river itself for day hikes and exploration. The river is mainly class II with short sections of class III whitewater. As we float and paddle our way down toward the Beaufort Sea, breathtaking scenery will accompany us. This interactive visit to one of Earth’s most spectacular conservation areas will allow you the opportunity to contemplate the inherent value of wilderness in your own life and those of future generations.
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- Highlights: Rafting and hiking in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is simply a trip of a lifetime. ANWR offers the opportunity for unparalleled exploratory adventure on the Kongakut River.
- Price: £2.00 ($4,450.00) to £2.00 ($4,450.00)
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Price is per person for package
- Price Includes: Guide, All transport during trip, Arrival/departure transfers, Activities as per itinerary, Equipment, Instruction, Permits/entrance fees, Meals as indicated
- Meals: All Meals
- Duration: 12 days
- Comfort Level: Basic
- General Notes: 2011 Dates:
June 8-19, Aug 10-21
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- Action Grade: Active - You will be on the go most of the time.
- Suitable for: Advanced, Beginners, Family Orientated, Intermediate
- Where:
North America
- Alaska-- Arctic Alaska--- Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
comfort zone
- Comfort level: Basic , Mid-Range , Luxury
- Accommodation during your stay on Kongakut River:
Backcountry Camping - We use top of the line equipment on all of our departures. We will provide backpacking tents, trekking poles, all cook gear, and food for our guests.
Food:
Our food is excellent – in fact it is something that clearly differentiates us from our competitors. We have spent the past decade fine tuning our backcountry menu. Breakfasts include pancakes, scrambles, various homemade granolas and cereals, French pressed coffee, assorted teas and hot drinks. For lunch we enjoy foccacia sandwiches, bagels and Alaska lox, hummus and toasted pita chips, and assorted wraps. We also have homemade snack mixes both salty and sweet and energy and candy bars available throughout the day. Dinners could include lasagna, pad thai, beef mole’ tacos, penne pasta with a roasted red pepper pesto, wild mushroom risotto, etc. And we ALWAYS enjoy one of Derek’s home baked desserts after dinner. - Property: Equipment storage available
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