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> For probably under 1k. 1. Fly out to Anchorage, Alaska You are greatly underestimating that cost

• jungletime 6y ago
  I drove by car and camped along the way. Definitely don't stay in hotels in Alaska, if you're not rich. Its crazy expensive (like $400/night for Holiday Inn) The way to do it cheaply is to fly in late June/July and camp in Denali park. The weather is warm enough for camping and its fantastic. I actually feel camping is the best way to do it! Assuming you already own camping gear. And can pack some food. Here's how it can be done: $100 - Camping in Denali Park: $45 (entrance fee) + $17/night x 3 $200 - $50/day * 4 days car rental $50 - Fuel / Snacks ( 300 miles round trip from Anchorage) $50 - Denali Bus Ticket $50 - Firewood/Misc _____ $450 - 4 days/3 nights. Budget left for flight $550 . Depending where you fly in from you could come in under 1k. Seattle round trip flight in June $400. NY/Alaska is $620 round trip. Which would push you over 1k. But if you convince a friend to go with you, you could split the car/camping costs. You can also do wild camping for free, and if you're into trying fly fishing, I definitely recommend getting a fishing license. Fishing License Costs: 1 day - $25 / 3 days - $45. A basic Fly fishing kit can be bought < $100.
  • xondono 6y ago
    Thank you for the detailed info, but at this point you could have started your list by: 1- Live close to Alaska. I could try driving there, but the Bering strait might be an obstacle.