ARCTIC
JOURNEY #4
Gates of
the Arctic Nat’l Park & Nunamiut Eskimo Village at Anaktuvuk Pass
Ancient mountains,
arctic tundra, Eskimo culture; a truly memorable Arctic Journey, far
above the Arctic Circle. The most dramatic scenery in Alaska on this
full-day tour from Fairbanks, flying into the heart of the central
Brooks Range, the northern-most mountains in North America and the
geologic backbone of Alaska. Land within the Gates of the Arctic
National Park at Anaktuvuk Pass,
nearly 100 miles north of the Arctic Circle. Far above the northern
tree line at the Arctic Continental Divide, glacially carved
mountains rise to 6400’, offering dramatic views. The Pass is a
major migration route for the world’s largest herd of 450,000 Barren
Ground Caribou; where Grizzly and black bear, wolf, moose, Dall
sheep, wolverine, and fox abound.
In the Eskimo village, meet people whose rich, ancient heritage
guide them as they work to blend modern ways with traditional
subsistence life. Learn of the Nunamiut, inland Eskimo, way of life.
Visit the National Park ranger station. After lunch, experience how
the people travel, hunt, and use the land. Explore subsistence
hunting trails across the treeless Arctic tundra, traveling tribal
lands. Travel with an Eskimo guide as today’s Nunamiut do, on an
8-wheel ARGO all-terrain vehicle. Anaktuvuk is a unique ecosystem
where ancient mountains, arctic tundra, and Eskimo culture come
together for an unforgettable arctic journey.
Depart 8:00 a.m. -
Full day guided exploration of Anaktuvuk Pass, including lunch and
fees
