Itinerary Notes
Included
Accommodations as listed or similar, roundtrip flights from Anchorage to Brooks Lodge, entrance fees and permits.
Exclusions
Airfare to Alaska; Anchorage room taxes ($53 per person double occupancy in 2020); airport taxes, excess baggage charges; any additional hotel nights in Anchorage; items of a personal nature such as alcoholic beverages, and insurance of any kind. Please note meals are not included at Brooks Lodge in Katmai National Park. Buffet dining is available and may be purchased in advance or upon arrival.
Payment & Cancellation
In order to confirm this trip, a deposit of 50% of the total trip cost is required per person at the time of booking. The balance of the trip price is due 90 days before the departure date. Guests who must cancel their trip for any reason must do so in writing. Cancellations are subject to the following per-person penalties, based on number of days prior to departure:
Up to 91 days – $400 fee
31-90 days – 50% of total trip cost
0-30 days – 100% of total trip cost
Terms & Conditions
This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A Traveler Information Form, which includes a release of liability, must be completed and signed by all travelers. Your Adventure Specialist will send you a unique link to complete this form along with a packing list and extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information upon booking confirmation.
Arrival & Departure
The Brown Bears of Katmai adventure begins and ends in Anchorage, Alaska (ANC). Plan flights to arrive to Anchorage anytime on day 1 of the itinerary. Plan flights to depart Anchorage anytime on day 5. Transfers will be provided both upon arrival on day 1 from Anchorage International Airport and on day 5 for your return flight home.
Internal Flights
All internal flights on this trip are included in the rate, including round-trip Anchorage-King Salmon and King Salmon-Brooks Lodge flights. The flights between Anchorage and King Salmon allow 1 checked bag up to 50 pounds and one carry-on bag per person; an additional checked bag is $25 and a third checked bag is $50. The flights between King Salmon and Brooks Lodge are booked aboard small planes. While these are regularly scheduled flights they are almost like a flightseeing excursion and we feel this is part of the Alaska experience. Baggage limits on these flights are 50 pounds per person and travelers will be charged $1 per pound for additional luggage.
Activities
Whether you are looking for light activity options or more challenging outdoor pursuits, the guides can tailor most excursions to suit your skill level. Adventure activities may include bear viewing, fishing, nature walks, a guided bus tour, flightseeing, canoeing and kayaking.
Room Configuration
Cabins and prices are listed for single, double, triple and quarduple use.
Families & Children
Child discounts are not offered.
Travel Insurance
Protect your travel investment with insurance. Our partners at Travelex Insurance offer a variety of plans and policies to fit every trip and budget. You must purchase your travel insurance policy within 15 or 21 days of booking (depending on plan) for it to cover pre-existing medical conditions; refer to plan details. Learn more about travel insurance or get a free quote.
Itinerary Notes
Use the itinerary as a guide only. Itineraries may be altered due to weather, wildlife, National Park regulation or at the guides’ discretion. The ability to be flexible makes this type of adventure travel unique.
