Know Before You Go
Whether you're preparing for your upcoming Alaska photo adventure or just want to learn more about the last frontier, we've got you covered. We've rounded up an array of useful resources, from wildlife guides and packing tips, to nature quizzes and travel stories to inspire your wanderlust. The links below open each article in a new tab.
Travel Tips
Why Go to Alaska?
Explore Alaska’s wild frontiers on an immersive nature and wildlife tour—spot brown bears, whales and eagles, cruise glacier fjords, and hike tundra trails with expert naturalist guides in one of the planet’s most remote and biodiverse regions.
Where Should I Go on an Alaska Adventure?
From the vast backcountry of Denali National Park to the rugged coasts of Kenai, Katmai and Lake Clark, Alaska is a premier destination for nature travel and wildlife adventure.
When Should I go on an Alaska Adventure?
Summer and early fall offer the best Alaska wildlife viewing, with long daylight hours, active bears and whales and vibrant tundra colors in September.
The Ebbs and Flows of Grizzly Bear Season
Discover the "ebbs and flows" of grizzly bear migration patterns in Katmai National Park, gleaned from more than a decade of operating brown bear trips in Alaska.
Average Temperature & Rainfall by Month
Find out about typical weather conditions in Katmai National Park in this month-by-month breakdown of average temperatures and precipitation.
What Wildlife Will I See on an Alaska Adventure?
Alaska is a top wildlife destination, where tundra and rainforest habitats host grizzlies, moose, whales, caribou, eagles, wolves and more for unforgettable encounters in the wild.
Where Will I Stay on an Alaska Adventure?
Alaska’s accommodations include secluded ecolodges, intimate wilderness camps and remote backcountry cabins, ranging from refined luxury to rustic simplicity, all set in spectacular natural settings.
How Do I Get Around on an Alaska Adventure?
Alaska’s vast size and limited roads make travel a mix of planes, boats, trains and guided vehicles, with many parks and coastal areas accessible only by bush plane, ferry or scenic rail.
Alaska's Bears and Climate Change
Changes in Alaska’s climate are affecting its bears in some ways that are predictable, and some that have come as a surprise to the scientists who are studying them.
Photography Tips
Whether you're an experienced photographer or just getting started, you'll want to read these essential photo tips from our Natural Photographer blog before your Alaska grizzly adventure.
Packing List | Grizzly Ship Itinerary
Browse our helpful packing guidelines, which contain gear and clothing recommendations for an encounter with Katmai's coastal grizzlies during the months of June through September.
Alaskan Wilderness Trivia
Take our Alaska wilderness quiz to put your knowledge to the test, then share it with friends to see who knows the most about the Last Frontier!
Travel Stories & Articles
New Nat Hab Short Film Offers Mesmerizing Portrait of Alaska’s Brown Bears
—By Nat Hab
Watch Nat Hab's short film, "The Bear Coast: An Alaska Conservation Story," directed by Andrew Ackerman!
Behind the Scenes With Andrew Ackerman, Director of ‘The Bear Coast’
—By Megan Brief
Join us in going behind the scenes and farther afield with Andrew Ackerman, director of Nat Hab’s newest short film, The Bear Coast: An Alaska Conservation Story.
A Wildlife Photographer on Social Media, Saving the Planet and Getting the Perfect Grizzly Shot
—By Joel Centano
Good Nature Travel caught up with Nat Hab's Social Media Manager Dana Cama soon after she returned from her first adventure, our Alaska Grizzly Encounter: Kodiak to Katmai.
Mothers & Cubs: Spectacular Grizzly Photos from Alaska Adventures
—By Emily Goodheart
Few things are more powerful than witnessing the bond between mother and child—or in this case, cub! In the wilds of Alaska, travelers will observe and photograph fascinating bear behavior and will be treated to affectionate displays between protective mothers and playful cubs.
