About Alaska Active Travel - Experienced Alaska Vacation Specialists

Alaska Active Travel is a locally focused Alaska travel specialist and custom Alaska vacation planner with more than 20 years of experience planning authentic Alaska vacations. We help you plan unforgettable Alaska vacations with real local expertise - customised for your interests, schedule, and budget. Since 2002, we have helped travelers explore “The Great Land” through carefully designed Alaska tour packages built on real, first-hand knowledge of Alaska’s regions, seasons, and logistics.

We are not a generic booking platform or offshore call center. We are Alaska travel professionals who live, work, and travel throughout the state - and who understand what it truly takes to plan a successful Alaska vacation.

Real Alaska Experience You Can Trust
Our Alaska itineraries are created by experienced travel consultants who have personally traveled the routes, visited the destinations, and worked directly with local suppliers across Alaska. Every tour is refined using traveler feedback and operational experience to ensure realistic pacing, reliable transportation, and meaningful experiences.

Almost all photography on our website is captured by our own team while traveling in Alaska. We believe accurate representation is essential to honest travel planning and helps our travelers book with confidence.

Professional Alaska Travel Expertise
We specialize in professionally planned Alaska vacations for individuals, families, and groups. Every recommendation we make is based on knowledge - not algorithms or paid placements. Our expertise includes:

• Alaska railroad tours, road trips, and guided travel
• Glacier, wildlife, Alaska bear viewing, and national park experiences
• Seasonal travel planning, including peak summer, winter and shoulder seasons
• Custom-designed Alaska itineraries tailored to traveler interests, schedules, and budgets
  
  

Authority Through Trusted Partnerships
Alaska Active Travel works exclusively with established and reputable Alaska-based travel providers. We maintain long-standing relationships with trusted hotels, transportation companies, tour operators, and activity providers throughout the state.

We are proud to work within Alaska’s recognized tourism network and maintain affiliations with professional organizations such as the Alaska Travel Industry Association (ATIA) and local Convention & Visitors Bureaus. These affiliations reinforce our commitment to ethical business practices, accountability, and responsible tourism.

Transparent Pricing & Reliable Planning
We believe trust begins with transparency. Our pricing is clear, dependable, and based on negotiated supplier relationships - without daily dynamic pricing or hidden uncertainty. The itinerary you book is the itinerary you receive.

From initial planning to post-booking support, your Alaska vacation is managed by a dedicated consultant who serves as your single point of contact before, during, and after your trip.

Why Travelers Choose Alaska Active Travel

• Over two decades of Alaska travel planning experience
• Locally based Alaska expertise
• First-hand destination knowledge
• Honest itineraries and real photography
• Trusted Alaska travel partners
• Personal service and ongoing trip support

Our reputation is built on long-term trust, repeat travelers, and referrals - not short-term sales.

Meet Our Alaska Travel Experts: 

Simon Gibson, Sales Team Manager: The team is lead by Simon who has over 15 years’ experience in the travel industry. Simon has lived in Alaska for the past 20 years and has travelled this state extensively. His insight has emerged not only from organising tours, but is also the result of having personally escorted many group tours throughout Alaska and the Yukon Territory. In his free time he will most likely be found outdoors. His passion is backpacking and kayaking – no surprise!

Donna Sanders: Programs Manager Having spent several months working and travelling around the US, Donna discovered her passion for travel. She has travelled across Alaska many times. Before having a small break to spend more time with her family she managed a couple of inbound tour operators which has provided her with profound knowledge, experience and lifelong connections both internationally and domestically. She loves the outdoors and is a keen photographer who never misses an opportunity to experience another part of this beautiful state.

Karen Hunt: Travel Consultant She discovered her love for travel when she and her family ventured on trips across North America, where she developed a passion for the country’s incredible nature and its rich cultural heritage. After high school, Karen completed an advanced diploma in hotel management and has been in the travel industry for 4 years and counting. She has found Alaska to have the perfect surrounding nature to enjoy all the outdoor activities she loves. Karen spends most of her weekends hiking, cycling and fishing.

Ready to Start Planning?
Planning an Alaska trip can feel overwhelming, especially with so many options and distances involved. Our role is to simplify the process and help you make informed choices based on real Alaska experience. We focus on honest advice, realistic itineraries, and personal support—so you can move forward with confidence. Whether you’re just starting to plan or ready to book, we’re here to guide you through every step of your Alaska journey.