Alaska – Discover the unexpected treasures of the majestic Grande Terre.
Alaska
Unexpected riches of the magnificent Grande Terre await discovery.
Alaska is a special place on Earth because of its remarkable natural beauty, enormous Ice Age glaciers, profusion of animals, and rich indigenous history. This northernmost state of the union has many things to do, and its cultural gems and natural beauties entice tourists to return year after year.
Animal aficionados will find utopia in Alaska’s enormous pristine regions, where they might be fortunate enough to see the magnificent brown bear or the magnificent bald eagle. To see the thousands of caribou that graze on the vast tundra or to sail among humpback whales at Kenai Fjords National Park, arrange a guided exploration. Zoos, aquariums, and wildlife centers are other places where you may see and learn about Alaska’s natural species.
Supernatural show
Dotting the interior Alaskan highlands and bordering the Inside Passage canal are about 100,000 glaciers. These ice giants will be up for admiration by visitors any way they like. Savour expansive vistas from above; you can even take a cruise to see them from the ocean or board a helicopter to land on a glacier. The bravest hikers can go on multi-day glacier treks where they will learn how to climb the ice and enjoy a view that is only seen on foot.
Hikes a plenty
To visit Alaska is to hike. From meandering past prehistoric petroglyphs at Petroglyph Beach State Historical Park in Wrangell to taking in breath-blowing vistas at the summit of the challenging Harding Icefield Trail in Seward, there are picturesque and challenging routes all over the state. All that’s not to mention, that outdoor enthusiasts can fish for salmon and halibut, bike along mountain trails, or kayak in isolated fjords.
Explore Native Alaskan Culture
229 official indigenous tribes with 20 different cultures within five main ethnic groups have their original home in Alaska. Discover their way of life at the state’s cultural sites and historic districts. See Tlingit dancers perform ancestor songs at the Sheet’ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi Community House in Sitka, or visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage to learn about Alaska Native customs through art exhibits and cultural events. There are many more chances to honor the richness and beauty of Alaska’s indigenous traditions.
Elegance of the Aurora
Known by many as the “northern lights,” the Northern Lights illuminate the Alaskan sky from August to April. Alaska is the best site to see this phenomenon because of its long evenings and isolated locations free from light pollution. To find fantastic locations to watch the sky, book a guided tour; many of these trips include nights in lodging created especially to take in the Northern Lights show.
Winter leisure pursuits
Year-round beauty abounds in Alaska, but winter is particularly lovely. You won’t have to travel far to locate picturesque places to snowshoe, ski, and snowmobile because the snow falls all around the state. Among Alaska’s most well-known yearly events, the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race starts on the first Saturday in March. You can try your hand at exercising with dog sled tours, which are offered by several mushers all year round.