WILDERNESS ADVENTURES BLOG

Chasing Aurora: The Best Time to See Northern Lights in Alaska Alaska’s position within the auroral oval creates some of Earth’s most reliable Northern Lights viewing opportunities [...]

When is the Best Time to Visit Alaska for Wildlife? If you’re reading this, you’re probably dreaming about witnessing Alaska’s most iconic wildlife scenes like brown bears [...]

There is never a shortage of things to do in Juneau, but if you are looking for an activity that is beyond the usual adventures and hikes, Above and Beyond Alaska does an awesome trip Norris [...]

Certain destinations leave a mark on you, and Alaska is one of those places. It's the kind of destination you appreciate before you even land, taking in views of the mountains, glaciers, and [...]

What Are the Best Juneau Shore Excursions for First-Time Visitors? Stepping off your cruise ship in Juneau puts you right in the heart of Alaska’s most accessible wilderness adventures, [...]

Above and Beyond Alaska operates on the principle that the best wilderness experiences create lifelong advocates for the places they explore. For over 20 years, we’ve guided adventurers [...]

Adventure Green Alaska's Sustainability Spotlight series is aimed at broadening the conversation surrounding sustainable tourism for visitors and businesses by sharing the stories of our [...]

The Ultimate Guide to Juneau, Alaska Juneau is different in ways you don’t always expect. Despite being Alaska’s capital, there’s no road connecting it to the rest of the state or the Lower 48. [...]

Jennie and Jay are joined by Becky Janes and Liz Barlow from Above and Beyond Alaska to discuss ways to get away from it all in Juneau as well as some of their favorite hikes and restaurants in Juneau.