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4 Days Active Wilderness Escape in Klawock

By Prince of Wales Island Multi-Day Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $4,646 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 4d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

For travellers seeking an immersive, self-directed adventure off the beaten track, this four-day journey blends guided expertise with the freedom to explore at your own pace. Based in Klawock, you’ll hike through old-growth forest, kayak across a pristine freshwater lake, and venture underground into the remarkable El Capitan Cave system, all while discovering the vast road network and raw beauty of Prince of Wales Island.

This itinerary combines structured outdoor experiences, including guided hikes and kayaking, with ample independent time to explore the Tongass National Forest by rental vehicle. Ideal as a standalone Alaska getaway, this active programme delivers authentic wilderness, solitude, and true backcountry access in one of Southeast Alaska’s most remote and scenic destinations.

Activity location

  • Klawock
    • Klawock, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Klawock
    • Klawock, Alaska, United States

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Klawock: 4-Day Active Wilderness Escape in English

  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • Opening hours: Fri 8:00am-5:00pm
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
CA $4,645.98 x 1 TravellerCA $4,645.98
Total
Price is CA $4,645.98
Until Sat, Jul 25

Jeep Rental Upgrade in English

  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • Opening hours: Fri 8:00am-5:00pm
  • English

Jeep Rental Upgrade: Upgrade to a four-door Jeep Wrangler
Must be booked with 4-Day Package
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
CA $8,401.92 x 1 TravellerCA $8,401.92
Total
Price is CA $8,401.92
Until Sat, Jul 25

What's included, what's not

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    Vehicle Rental for duration of stay
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    Accommodation based on double occupancy
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    Sunnahae Trail Hike (not guided)
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    Swan Song Wilderness Hike (guided)
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    El Cap Cave Interpretive Site (self-drive but guided in caves)
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    Free time to explore Prince of Wales Island at your own pace
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Kayaking at Klawock Lake (included)
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    Airfare or ferry to/from Klawock
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    Meals
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    Travel Insurance
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Guide Service charge

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for children under 10 years
  • For the kayaking tour the minimum height is 4’10”; the maximum height is 6’6″; the maximum weight is 275 lbs.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Wilderness Introduction

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Klawock River Inn

Klawock

  • 5h
Arrive in Klawock where a local representative greets you at the airport or ferry for an orientation drive through town before escorting you to your accommodation. Your rental vehicle will be ready for independent exploration. If time allows, set the tone with a guided wilderness hike along the scenic Swan Song Trail, offering rich forest ecology and coastal views.

Day 2: Paddle & Backcountry Trek

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Klawock River Inn

Klawock

  • 3h
Begin the day with a guided kayaking excursion on Klawock Lake, paddling through calm waters framed by old-growth forest.

Sunnahae Trail

  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Take on a more strenuous hike at your own pace, the 7.2-mile Sunnahae Trail is a rewarding backcountry hike showcasing the rugged beauty and solitude of Prince of Wales Island.

Day 3: Caves & Open Exploration

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Klawock River Inn

El Capitan Cave

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Today is dedicated to independent discovery. Drive across Prince of Wales Island to the El Capitan Cave Interpretive Site for a guided subterranean tour through one of Alaska’s most remarkable karst cave systems.

Prince of Wales Island (Pass by)

Explore the extensive road network of the Tongass National Forest, ideal for scenic drives, wildlife viewing, and spontaneous stops.

Day 4: Explore and Head Home

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Klawock

  • 3h
Enjoy one final adventure before departure, a guided hike on Swan Song Trail (if not done on the first day), or continued self-guided exploration of the island’s vast landscapes. Return your vehicle and transfer to the airport or ferry, departing with a deep connection to the wild character of Prince of Wales Island.

Location

Activity location

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    Klawock
    • Klawock, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Klawock
    • Klawock, Alaska, United States

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