Fall Adventure Tours in Alaska
Adventure Tours on the Seward Peninsula
Alaskan Northwest Adventures offers fall adventure tours on the Seward Peninsula, located in Northwestern Alaska. This is a region of stark beauty and resilient life. Despite its extreme conditions, both plant and animal life have adapted remarkably well to this subarctic environment. Nome, the largest city on the peninsula, sits along the southwest coast near the Bering Sea.
The ecological richness of the Seward Peninsula is matched by the deep cultural and subsistence traditions of the people who live there. We are proud to offer fall adventure tour in Alaska that reflect a close relationship with the land and its resources.
Fishing Trips in Alaska
White Fish Netting
In fall, locals begin the traditional white fish harvest. White fish netting coincides with the fish's migration upstream to spawn. Rivers come alive with activity as communities seine net fish in large numbers, ensuring food security for the coming winter.
Beluga Whale Hunting
Fall is also beluga whale hunting season because it is the start of the beluga whale movement along the coast, typically from late September through October. If the weather allows, whales can be spotted from trucks or ATVs, and nets are used for traditional harvesting. Tom, a community leader, plays a significant role as chairman of the Alaska Beluga Whale Committee.
Ice Fishing Trips
As winter deepens, ice fishing trips become a key activity. Holes are drilled through thick ice using augers, sometimes creating 6–10 holes to find the best fishing spots to access fish such as Dolly Varden trout, arctic grayling, whitefish, and northern pike. Fishing techniques vary, from large spoons for pike to small lures and salmon eggs for other species.
ATV Tours
Throughout the seasons, especially during fall, ATV tours provide a means to explore the vast wilderness, the rugged terrain of the Seward Peninsula, old mining areas, and wildlife habitats. These vehicles can traverse nearly any terrain, making them ideal for accessing remote spots, observing nature, and viewing wildlife up close.
Wildlife Viewing Tours
Moose are commonly seen throughout the year on wildlife viewing tours, often appearing in daily life. Their presence is a reminder of the thriving wildlife that has adapted to this unique environment. Wildlife has adapted remarkably well to what might seem like a harsh environment, but as long as natural resources are respected and sustainably harvested, nature and wildlife continue to flourish.
An example of some of the unique environments that can be experienced on wildlife viewing tours or ATV tours is the land between Nome and the community of Council, which is dominated by the arctic tundra, a treeless expanse where low vegetation clings to thin layers of soil above the permafrost. As you head east along the Nome-Council Highway, short Black Spruce begin to appear, eventually giving way to the Boreal Forest biome. This forest of hardy conifers is well-adapted to withstand the region's long, cold seasons and provides shelter for a variety of wildlife.
Lodges in Alaska
We host a variety of lodges in Alaska, including two homes and five distinct camps, each with its own unique atmosphere and seasonal offerings. From remote, off-the-grid camps to cozy lodges with all the modern comforts, you'll be greeted with genuine hospitality, hearty homemade meals (think reindeer sausage and sourdough pancakes!), and constant immersion in the great outdoors. Whether you're looking for a quick day tour or a fully customized 5-day wilderness journey, we’ve got an Alaskan adventure to suit every style.
Book Your Fall Adventure Tour in Alaska
Whether you're looking for fishing, wildlife viewing, or cultural immersion, every fall adventure tour in Alaska is tailored to fit your interests. Call Tom at (907) 304-2003 or fill out the contact form below to find the right adventure tour for you.
Ultimately, the Seward Peninsula in Alaska is a place where climate and ecology shape life in profound ways—and where tradition, adventure, and nature go hand in hand.