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Denali ATV Explorer

TOUR DESCRIPTION

Ready to set your own adventure? The explorer tour is a great option for those who want to drive fast, or instead maybe take their time, those who want to focus on photos, or searching for wildlife away from the crowd? Maybe you just want to learn how to ride an ATV with the help of someone experienced. Whatever you are in search of, the Private Explorer ATV tour will be form fit to you!

Our Explorer Tours are personalized guided Denali area atv tours catered to your group’s preferences – where to stop, tour speed, search for gold, pick berries – you decide!

Highlights

  • Make any of our ATV tours a guided private event
  • Ride the trails at your own speed and experience level
  • Great for groups, parties, and other special events
  • Departures offered throughout the day

Pricing Info

2.5 hour Tour:

  • Single Rider Kodiak ATV: $260
  • 1–2 Rider Wolverine SXS ATV: $410
  • 3 Rider Viking SXS ATV: $495
  • 4 Rider Wolverine X4 SXS ATV: $595
  • 5–6 Rider Viking VI Crew SXS ATV: $740

 

3.5 hour Tour:

  • Single Rider Kodiak ATV: $385
  • 1–2 Rider Wolverine SXS ATV: $550
  • 3 Rider Viking SXS ATV: $670
  • 4 Rider Wolverine X4 SXS ATV: $810
  • 5–6 Rider Viking VI Crew SXS ATV: $995

All prices per ATV, regardless of the number of rides in the Side by Side ATVs

Details

  • TOUR LENGTH: 2.5 or 3.5 hours
  • DAILY DEPARTURES: 2.5 hour Departures: 8 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm, 7 pm, 9 pm
  • 3.5 hour Departures: 10 am (other times available, please contact us)
  • TOUR LOCATION: Although we are surrounded by Denali National Park on three sides, the trails are located just outside the park.
  • SKILL LEVEL: Beginner to Experienced – trails can be challenging for all skills levels depending on unit selection and previous experience.
  • WEATHER POLICY: ATV tours depart and continue in all conditions. Weather changes quickly in the Alaska Range so it’s best to be prepared for everything!
  • CANCELLATION POLICY: We require a 48-hour (2-day) notice for cancellations and rescheduling of tours. We will work with you to reschedule another more appropriate date. Under 48 hours, changing the reservation day or time will incur a fee, 25% of the total tour bill. If you need to cancel entirely, we will provide a full refund with a 48-hour (2-day) notice.
  • DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: Alaska State law requires all ATV drivers to be 16 years of age or older. Our policy is: Single ATV – 18 to drive, but 16 with parental permission and a valid Driver’s License. Side by Side ATV – 18 to drive with a valid Driver’s License.
  • COMPLIMENTARY SHUTTLE SERVICE: We offer complimentary transportation to and from most Denali area accommodations. See our SHUTTLE SCHEDULE for locations and pick-up times. Also, parking is available at our Tour Office and Tour Launch Site.
  • RESTROOM AVAILABILITY: There are portable toilets available at the tour launch site for you to use before and after your tour. While there are no restrooms during the tour, you can simply alert your guide and they will help you find a secluded spot in the wilderness.
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OPTIONS

OUR ATVS

Kodiak

1 Rider

  • 1 rider – Single ride on style ATV
  • Drivers must be 16 with ID to ride
  • Difficulty: Intermediate – Experienced riders
  • Physicality: Moderate – Strenuous
  • Handle Bar, Thumb throttle, Hand Brakes, Fully Automatic, Power Steering
  • Must be able to pass safety course

Wolverine X2

up to 2 Riders

  • 1-2 Riders – most popular ATV
  • Drivers must be 18 with valid ID, or 16 with valid ID and guardian in vehicle.
  • Passengers must be 1 year old, at least 35 lbs and fit in a forward-facing car seat.
  • Difficulty: Novice – Experienced riders
  • Physicality: Easy
  • Roof, Windshield, bucket seats and half doors
  • Drives like a car: Foot Pedals, Steering Wheel, Fully Automatic, Power Steering

Viking

up to 3 Riders

  • 1-3 Riders – more spacious
  • Drivers must be 18 with valid ID, or 16 with valid ID and guardian in vehicle.
  • Passengers must be 1 year old, at least 35 lbs and fit in a forward-facing car seat.
  • Difficulty: Novice – Experienced riders
  • Physicality: Easy
  • Roof, Windshield, bucket seats and half doors
  • Drives like a car: Foot Pedals, Steering Wheel, Fully Automatic, Power Steering
Wolverine X4 ATV near Denali

Wolverine X4

up to 4 Riders

  • 1-4 Riders – most popular family unit
  • Drivers must be 18 with valid ID, or 16 with valid ID and guardian in vehicle.
  • Passengers must be 1 year old, at least 35 lbs and fit in a forward-facing car seat.
  • Difficulty: Novice – Experienced riders
  • Physicality: Easy
  • Roof, Windshield, bucket seats and half doors
  • Drives like a car: Foot Pedals, Steering Wheel, Fully Automatic, Power Steering
Viking VI Crew ATV

Viking VI Crew

up to 6 Riders

  • 1-6 Riders – great for large families
  • Drivers must be 18 with valid ID, or 16 with valid ID and guardian in vehicle.
  • Passengers must be 1 year old, at least 35 lbs and fit in a forward-facing car seat.
  • Difficulty: Novice – Experienced riders
  • Physicality: Easy
  • Roof, Windshield, bucket seats and half doors
  • Drives like a car: Foot Pedals, Steering Wheel, Fully Automatic, Power Steering

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Yes! Private tours require additional staff so the sooner we know about your interest in booking a private tour, the easier it will be for us to accommodate your group.

Yes, we will do our best to accommodate your group.  If you have your own transportation and can drive to our Tour Launch Site, tour start and end times can be flexible. If you need shuttle service, we typically stick to our regular tour times.

Because you get to curate your experience!  Want to go fast or slow?  No problem.  Want to stop for an hour to look at a moose?  We will do what we can.  Want lessons on how to ride?  This might be the trip for you.  Ultimately the benefit to the private tour is getting to shape it into the exact experience you’re hoping for.

Yes, you do.  If you are interested in a non-guided ATV experience, check out one of our ATV rental options from Denali Toy Rentals.

Wear clothing appropriate for all weather and trail conditions. Layers are best in Denali, including a wind/rain layer. Choose clothing that can get dirty or wet. Closed-toe shoes are required, and sturdy sneakers or boots are recommended for the tour.

Our tour office is open from 7am to 9pm during the summer season. In 2025, we will operate tours May 16 – September 13.

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