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Alaska

Wild About Alaska: Glaciers & Wildlife With Your Grandchild

Program No. 24149RJ
Alongside your grandchild, explore Alaska by foot, train, raft, dog sled and boat to get up close to towering glaciers and awesome wildlife.
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  • A porcupine sits on a bed of straw at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in Alaska, holding a piece of lettuce to its mouth.
  • A large muskox with shaggy brown fur and a tag on its ear stands in a grassy field in Alaska.
  • A group of visitors, including children, watch large brown bears from behind a fence at a wildlife center in Alaska.
  • A young man demonstrates a traditional high kick at the Alaska Native Heritage Center in Alaska as a group of people watches.
  • A grandfather and his grandchildren watch and photograph musk oxen at a farm in Alaska.
  • A group of smiling children sit on the ground and play with sled dog puppies in Alaska.
  • Grandparents and two grandsons smile for a family photo in front of a rugged, snow-dusted mountain in Alaska.
  • A group of children in jackets stand on a railroad track in Alaska with mountains in the background.
  • A multi-generational group on a guided raft tour floats past icebergs on a calm, tree-lined lake in Alaska.
  • Three smiling children on a tour in Alaska hold a large pair of moose antlers with a snow-capped mountain in the background.
  • Three children on an observation deck in Alaska look through viewers at the water and lush, green mountains on a sunny day.
  • Two young people stand before a large glass enclosure, taking photos of a swimming sea lion at an Alaska aquarium.
  • A man in a black rain jacket holds a piece of glacier ice with a large glacier in the background in Alaska.
  • A massive blue and white glacier meets the water next to a steep, rocky mountain in Kenai Fjords, Alaska.
  • Jagged, tree-topped sea stacks rise from the ocean along the misty coast of Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska.
GrandparentNational ParksOutdoor AdventuresSmall GroupNature & EnvironmentAges 8 – 12
Length
7 days
Rating (5)
Activity Level
Starts at
4,699 / ADULT
2,699 / CHILD
Participant Reviews
5
Based on 16 Reviews
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This participant did not give a star rating.
Ruth – Class of 2023 | Mitchell, SD
This is an awesome, must-do program! Our Group Leader, Lee Vale, was beyond excellent. His Masters in Anthropology and his fabulous talent for "Story Telling" brought the adventure alive. Levi, my grandson, really enjoyed him, he was so patient with the kids. We both learned so much, leaving us with a hunger to learn more about Alaska and the people who inhabit this beautiful State. The schedule was perfect! I would not change anything. The timing, length, order of activities was well thought out and flawlessly executed. Thank for a wonderful adventure. Ruth Haidle
— Review left August 23, 2025
Marlies – Class of 2023 | Los Angeles, CA
What an exceptional program we experienced! We had the best leader, Lee Vale, who introduced our group to his Alaska home state. From wildlife to glaciers, nothing was left out ! Our two grandchildren (10 and 12) couldn’t stop talking about all the excitement that they attained!
— Review left August 2, 2025
Bonita – Class of 2010 | Victor, NY
This program met my every expectation and was a great experience for my almost-13 year old granddaughter too. The group leader, Lee Valle, made the program extra special with his storytelling and ability to manage the intergenerational aspect of the program. While you only see a tiny portion of Alaska, the length and size of the program was excellent and enough to help one understand the allure and beauty of Alaska.
— Review left July 23, 2025
Jeffery – Class of 2025 | Hattiesburg, MS
Road Scholar gave us and our grandchild the best experience of Alaska anyone would ever want. It was educational and well as fun. Our grandchild, age 9, really enjoyed meeting new people and the group leader, Lee Vale, as awesome. He was very engaging for us and our grandchild we will go again with the next grandchild when he reaches age 9 or 10. Very age appropriate for anyone age 8-12.
— Review left July 21, 2025
Anne – Class of 2018 | Savannah, GA
My grandson and I very much enjoyed the Alaska adventure. I loved the float to Spencer Glacier and the Resurrection Bay and Aiaika Bay cruise. Seeing a large number humpbacks bubble net feeding and a lone orca cruising about were experiences I cherish. One highlight for my grandson was interacting with the Alaskan husky dogs, particularly the puppies.
— Review left July 31, 2024
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Clare – Class of 2024 | Carpinteria, CA
The whole trip, from beginning to end, was so much fun. Very engaging for my 8 year old grandson, and for me as well. We both loved the wildlife cruise and the dogsledding - although be warned that you can expect your grandchild to go home asking for a puppy. Particular highlights were the other kids on the trip - a wonderful group of curious children. The trip was so well organized and our guide, Sheila, was outstanding. She had a knack of getting the kids to really listen to and learn all the information she had to impart. I highly recommend this trip.
— Review left July 31, 2024
This participant did not give a star rating.
Carol – Class of 2023 | Green Valley, AZ
An action packed week with lots of variety of things to see and do. The kids all had a great time and the leader was superb.
— Review left July 30, 2024
Jane – Class of 2014 | Altadena, CA
The Grandparent-Grandchild programs offered by Road Scholar are unique. I have taken six grandchildren on these trips one at a time. I believe I have contributed to their curiosity, independence and desire to see the world. It has allowed me to share a special experience with each of them. Parents are important but they change the dynamic. Grandparents and grandchildren are united by the common enemy! (Margaret Mead)
— Review left July 17, 2024
Diane – Class of 2022 | Meadow Vista, CA
My grandson and I enjoyed this trip immensely,enjoying wonderful adventures and learning experiences and building memories for a lifetime. We saw two pods of orcas and watched a glacier calve four times. Simply amazing! All of the tour details were beautifully planned and then carried out by our wonderful tour guide Sheila Moloney.
— Review left June 20, 2024
Kenneth – Class of 2010 | Madison, WI
Wild about Alaska was an extraordinary introduction to Alaska.We had a unique opportunity to bond with other participants and enjoy seeing our grandson bond with his peers. We will long remember the experiences we gained on the many field trips included in this Alaskan adventure.
— Review left August 7, 2023
Elizabeth – Class of 2006 | Scottsville, NY
We had lots of Alaska experiences in our six days! Sleeping overnight in an aquarium and waking up among seals and seabirds was a high point. Our grandchildren loved the train, float, and dog rides.
— Review left August 3, 2023
Richard – Class of 2006 | Scottsville, NY
Please let us know where to post our photos.
— Review left July 29, 2023
Lynn – Class of 2017 | Ypsilanti, MI
The Alaska program was terrific for my 9 year old grandchild. Definitely a fabulous trip for 8-11 year olds and teens who have a real interest in wildlife and conservation.
— Review left June 17, 2023
Janice – Class of 2019 | Albany, CA
My grandson and I had a wonderful time! The wildlife boat trip out of Seward rewarded us with more wildlife than I'd ever dreamed I'd see. The dog "sledding' on wheels was what the kids all wanted to do more than anything else, of course, and playing with puppies, and it didn't disappoint. And if you've ever wanted to stay the night in an aquarium, now's your chance. I drifted off to sleep watching puffins paddling around. That's another first for me. I'll always remember that.
— Review left August 15, 2022
Sharon – Class of 2009 | Fairfax, VA
My favorite Road Scholar Trip so far. My grandson (12 years old) was excited to go and the trip met his expectations. So many fabulous activities were included. I really can't see how you could improve this trip. It was the best!!!
— Review left August 1, 2022
Margaret – Class of 2013 | Ocean View, DE
This was a great trip, especially for the kids. A nice taste of Alaska. We especially enjoyed the rafting trip and the Kenai fjords boatride
— Review left July 30, 2022