Grand Alaska Journey
The "Grand Alaska Journey", guided by naturalist and photographer Hugh Rose, includes the best of Alaska's scenery and wildlife. The journey begins in Anchorage and the nearby world-famous Prince William Sound on a five day voyage aboard the M/V Discovery. From there, travel by road into Alaska’s interior for an intimate three-day tour of Denali National Park, overnighting deep into the park at a comfortable lodge. The trip concludes in Fairbanks, Alaska's "Golden Heart City".
Space is limited to eight people to keep the group size small while traveling by van in Denali. From the welcome dinner in Anchorage through our days in Prince William Sound and Denali Park, photo opportunities will abound. Professional photographer and naturalist guide Hugh Rose provides photographic insight and advice along the way.
Sea otters, photo by Patrick J. Endres
Kayaking near Knight Island, photo by Patrick J. Endres
The trip begins by traveling from Anchorage to Whittier for a five day cruise in Prince William Sound on board the M/V Discovery. The time in the Sound will be full of kayaking, hiking and endless photo opportunities.
Shoreside hikes in Prince William Sound, photo by Gerald Corsi
Following the voyage in Prince William Sound, head north by road to the homey cabins at Earthsong Lodge, near the entrance of Denali National Park. The next morning begins an all day journey in deep into Denali Park and the Wonder Lake area for a three-night stay at Skyline Lodge. Days in Denali will be filled with photo opportunities, observing wildlife, independent hiking, and just absorbing the magnificent surroundings! A highlight for many visitors is flightseeing around Mt. McKinley in a small bush plane and photographing the mountains and glaciers from overhead (included in the trip)!
Mount McKinley, Wonder Lake, Denali National Park, photo by Hugh Rose
The journey ends with a restful night in Fairbanks at the comfortable and elegant Grand View Lodge Bed and Breakfast, and farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Guided by Naturalist Hugh Rose
Hugh Rose has lived in northern climates most of his life and currently makes Fairbanks, Alaska home. Compelled by Alaska's natural beauty, he left a 10-year career in geology to explore and photograph the vast landscapes and wildlife of the north.
Both nature and a camera have intrigued Hugh since childhood and he continues to explore these worlds through photography and guiding. Hugh is a skilled birder, and with a masters degree in geology, blends a keen mix of natural history with his people and photography skills. He travels worldwide sharing the the wonders of the natural world with his clients.
