Skagway Shore Excursion Chilkoot Trail Hike and Float Tour
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
The Chilkoot Hike and Float Tour is an active, family-oriented hiking adventure along the world famous Chilkoot Trail. This wilderness hike takes place in the heart of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. Learn about the Gold Rush, Native Alaskan, and natural history of the region.
Depart Skagway for a 10-mile (16 km) scenic van tour along the coastline to the Chilkoot Trail trailhead and then enjoy 1.5 to 2 hours of hiking and 40 minutes on the raft. The hike is moderately strenuous so please be in good condition. Have your camera ready for occasional wildlife sightings both on land and in the water. Get away from the crowds in Skagway and get immersed in the natural beauty of the Dyea valley during the coastal forest hike and while floating down the peaceful river.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Please see voucher for details regarding your departure point
Please note: this is an active tour, so it is recommended to be in good physical condition and wear sturdy walking shoes with good traction
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Maximum per raft/group is 11
Minimum age is 5
No Joint problems or balance issues
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Chilkoot Trail
Hike first 2 miles of historic Chilkoot Trail.
Travel to and from the Chilkoot Trail on the Dyea road from Skagway. Distance is about 9 miles each way.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Snacks
Chilkoot trail hike and float tour
Port pickup and drop off
Gratuities
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Chilkoot Trail Hike and Float
Chilkoot Trail Hike and Float Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
513 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice outdoor activity combination
David E,,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The first half of the 2 Mile hike is arduous but can be done with a decent level of fitness. Dom., our guide was very knowledgeable and courteous. We learned about many different varieties of mushrooms, berries and other plant life in the rainforest. The raft float back to the starting point was fun and we saw eagles and other wildlife.
Nice hike
Amber C,,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice short hike. Guide was funny and informative (Dominic). Float was short but a nice experience with beautiful views. I would recommend this tour
Fun Guy!
Cecilia W,,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The trail was not hard to walk. There is a little ascent with rock steps.. Maybe for someone elderly with mobility issues it would be difficult.. other than that I enjoyed the trail and fungus finding with Shaggy..😉 The float was enjoyable and a nice finish to hike..
More strenuous for some...
Donald L,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00More strenuous for some with limited mobility or over weight. The trail and rafting were great. The foliage was amazing.
The Perfect "2-fer"
Kim L,,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tuesday September 9th 2025. Loved the whole experience! Danny (our guide) was great! He was born and raised in Skagway and had countless stories and a ton of knowledge about every question that was asked. The weather was perfect, cool but no rain. You do work up a sweat during the 1st half of the hike. Definitely wear sturdy footwear. Beautiful lush forest! Be sure to get things that you might need out of your backpack BEFORE you get on the raft, all backpacks will be stored in a giant bag. The float was beautiful and relaxing. The whole experience having 2 different parts for an excursion was perfect! Thank you so much!
Well-organized, informative, active and stunningly beautiful!
Chelsea P,,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a beautiful day we had hiking and rafting back! The hike on the Chilkoot trail with Joe was super informative and so incredibly beautiful! We saw fauna that we haven’t seen anywhere else and we live in a forest! The hike was active but not difficult if you are dressed correctly. The river float required nothing from us except to sit and enjoy what Joe was telling us and showing us. It was about a 4 hour excursion and we had a blast!
Skasgard trail hike and float
Compass747701,,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Troy was so good. He was informative, attentive, friendly, professional. He had us engaged throughout the whole experience. The hike was fantastic, and the rafting was an amazing experience with our guide Troy loving every minute of it.
Awesome Hike & Float with Rachel!!
Daniel A,,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent & informative hike! Followed by a peaceful float. We saw a variety of mushrooms and two bald eagles. Our tour guide, Rachel, was helpful, patient, and really knew her stuff. Dropped us off at our cruise. Thanks for making it a great experience Rachel!!
The hike through the...
Rachel L,,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The hike through the rainforest was strenuous part of the way, but not too taxing. We got lucky with beautiful weather and views. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about the outdoors and Alaska. The float was very scenic and the color of the glacier water is beautiful.
Great guide
KeepMovn,,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kat was our guide and she added greatly to the experience. She made sure that everyone was enjoying the experience. The hike was enjoyable and was more of a stroll through a beautiful forest. The float trip was the highlight with great views of eagles. Brian
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