Price from:
290 USD
Experience the best of both worlds on this unforgettable adventure! This 22-mile journey seamlessly combines the serene beauty of the Wilderness Wave with the thrilling rapids of the Canyon Wave, giving you the full spectrum of Alaskan rafting in one epic day.
Duration
- 5.5 Hours
- 8am Start Time
About
As you drift along, your guide will point out the landmarks—Mount Fellows, Sugarloaf, and Mount Healy rising majestically in the distance, while wildlife like harlequin duck and maybe even a moose quietly move along the riverbanks. The calm waters give you time to relax, soak in the sights, and listen to the peaceful sounds of the wilderness.
But the adventure doesn’t end there. Once you’ve taken in the scenic wonders, get ready for an adrenaline-pumping ride through the Canyon Wave section! The river picks up speed, and soon, you’ll be tackling a series of action-packed rapids like Razorback, New Wave, and Train-wreck. Feel the rush as you plow through the foaming waters, the spray catching the sunlight and the cold splash of the river hitting your face. Each rapid is a thrill in itself, with the current challenging your team to work together to navigate the twists and turns of the canyon.
Whether you’re paddling hard as a team or riding the waves as an Oar Boat Rider, this trip offers a perfect blend of peaceful wilderness and exhilarating whitewater action. It’s the ultimate way to experience Denali’s wild beauty and heart-pounding rapids, all in one epic day.
*In Preparation for Your Trip.*
**What we provide & what we recommend you wear/bring**
***We Provide:***
- *Dry Suit* to keep your clothes dry
- *River Shoes* You will leave your shoes behind, so you return to a nice dry pair of shoes.
- *PFD* This is a personal Flotation Device also known as a lifejacket
- *Helmet* This adjusts like a baseball cap, you can wear hats under the helmet, preferably hats without a pompom on them.
**What you Should Bring/Wear:**
We highly recommend wearing ***warm layers*** and definitely a pair of ***warm socks*** to keep your feet warm. You will be rafting on a glacial river.
- **Warm layers** would include, thin ***base layer*** light long sleeve shirt or thermals if you have them, ***mid layer***- long sleeve sweater, sweatshirt, fleece or a vest, ***outer layer*** light puff, jacket (without a hood if possible), rain jacket.
- A ***thin glove*** layered by a pair of ***dish gloves*** is a great way you keep your hands warm.
- ***Warm socks*** could be a ***wool*** pair of socks or an ***extra thick*** pair of winter socks for skiing, or you can layer ***two socks*** and slide in a toe warmer in between the socks.
***Just remember- Your clothes keep you warm our suits keep you dry.***
**Please Contact New Wave prior to your trip to ensure:**
**- Pickup time**
**- Important trip updates**
**- Access to your waivers**
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You can also get access to your specific waivers via text and sign them right on your phone.
We look forward to rafting with you.
Please see our policies concerning the Canyon Section
***High-water / Wind Policy
(Canyon Wave Only)***
If New Wave cancels a Canyon Wave trip due to high water, wind or other safety reasons you will automatically be rebooked to the ***Wilderness Wave*** at the same time slot. We will send **texts** and **emails** for notification, but it is always a good idea to call us before your trip.
Booking Notes
# Your booking was just confirmed and we’re not exaggerating when we say the office went absolutely wild!
##The moment the confirmation came through:
📄 Tom (aka Chicago) launched papers into the air like it was the Fourth of July.
🔊 Someone cranked the music up to 11.
💪 Peacock hit the floor and knocked out 20 push-ups — in record time.
🪅 Sheila’s now parading around with the kids yelling, “TODAY is the day [First Name] made their adventurous dreams come true!”
###We're THRILLED you’re coming. Get ready to experience something unforgettable, because this is more than a trip — it's a full-on memory in the making.
🎯 What to Do Before You Arrive:
📄 Sign your waiver ahead of time
Skip the paper shuffle and head straight for the fun. Signing your waiver early means a smooth, contactless check-in — and more time to mentally prepare for the awesomeness that awaits.
***📌 Important (but not boring, because we made it snappy):***
🕒 Arrive 10–15 minutes early — give yourself time to get suited up, meet the crew, and soak it all in.
🧣 Dress in warm layers — Our gear keeps you dry, but you bring the heat. Cozy base layers = happy rafters.
😷 Masks? Optional.
**😢 Need to Cancel or Reschedule?**
We’ll cry a little, but we get it — life happens.
📞 Call us at 907-683-2040
📧 Or email: info@newwaveraft.com
**🚨 Cancellation Policy (aka the fine print you should totally read):**
✅ Cancel 2 days in advance = FULL refund.
❌ Cancel within 1 day = no refund.
🌧️ Trips run rain or shine — we’re hardcore like that.
⚠️ No refunds will be issued after participation in the activity.
📍 Location and Refunds
🚗 We are located just outside Denali National Park at Mile 239 on the Parks Highway.
***Heads up:*** No refunds will be provided if guests arrive at the wrong location or at a different time than selected. So double-check those details or call us for directions.
If we cancel and can’t reschedule you = full refund (minus the booking fee, per our platform’s policy).
***Safety is always our #1 priority.*** We may adjust trip times or river sections if needed. Your adventure = epic. Your safety = essential.
**✍️ Final Must-Do:**
Every rafter must sign a Liability Waiver to participate. No signature, no splashy fun — and we really want you to have splashy fun.
That's it for now, [First Name].
We’re counting down the days and can’t wait to see you out there on the water. Bring your energy, your layers, and your sense of adventure — we’ve got the rest covered.
Catch you on the waves,
The New Wave Adventures Crew 🌊💃🔥
