Welcome to Chilkat Guides!

Chilkat Guides is a 30-year old company based in the picturesque town of Haines, Alaska. We specialize in daily and extended river expeditions. You can expect the highest level of knowledge and professionalism whether you are on a day trip to the face of the Davidson Glacier by canoe or rafting the class 3 rapids of the Tatshinshini and Alsek Rivers. From the serene waters of the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve float to the arctic landscapes of the Kongakut River, let us take you on the adventure of a lifetime!

Relax to the gentle sounds of nature.

Expeditions

One of the reasons Chilkat Guides offers more than one expedition trip is because people’s preferences are different. You get to choose which expedition most suits you. Wildlife, incredible scenery, and fun are all included on each trip.

  • The Tatshenshini is the premier Alaska introductory experience.
  • The Alsek is the big sister to the “Tat” and is a bit more rugged.
  • The Kongakut is our exclusive northern trip in Alaska, traversing the plains of the Alaska National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR).

 

Trips are fun, and educational.

Day Trips

While shorter in duration, Chilkat Guides’ day trips still feature fantastic scenery of, wildlife viewing, and plenty of good times which make our longer trips so popular.

“Best Guides in the Business.”

Chilkat Guides has a Guide School, where men and women can go through a demanding hands-on guide training. We exceed all safety standards and our guides are some of the most talented and qualified rafters in the business. Our guides are locals to the region and can share with you the “inside story” that guides from elsewhere may not understand.

What our guests are saying:

Praise for Chilkat Guides. Check out more guest comments, here.

“Nature at it’s best… like a National Geographic live seminar!”

The Taiya Inlet links Haines and Skagway.

 

Just a few awards Chilkat Guides have won over the years.