Trekking for kids

Experience the splendor of Alaska with TFK and help Trekking for Kids continue its impactful, global work!

Our Adventure

Join Trekking for Kids and Planet Earth Adventures on a week-long, whirlwind Alaska adventure on bikes, kayaks, and your own two feet as we explore the amazing wonders of the wilds of Alaska. From a boat tour on the Kenai Fjords National Park, to sea kayaking, whale watching, glacier hiking, and a grand finale on the flanks of Mt. Denali, this trip will be one you’ll always remember. An optional pre-or post-trip add-on to watch bears in the wild will complete your Alaska dream!

No previous trekking experience needed, but we require that all Trekkers be in good physical condition. It’s important that a good physical conditioning program be undertaken at least two months before departure.

Participants will be asked to raise $500 in tax-deductible donations to help Trekking for Kids continues its work to help at-risk children around the world.

Please contact Cindy Steuart, Executive Director, for more information

Expedition Costs

Trip Cost: $3,800

Optional Bear Watching Tour: $995
The 1 hour flight passes by 3 active volcanoes, salmon streams, glaciers, and incredible Alaska scenery; this area is becoming known as the best bear viewing in Alaska.

Fundraising Commitment: $500

Included

• TFK trip leader and Planet Earth Adventures guide
• 7 nights hotel accommodation
• Glacier trek
• Cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park
• Sea kayak tour
• Scenic flight to Denali National Park
• Train ride
• Some meals
• All in-country transportation, except airport transfers
• Park fees

Not Included

• Round trip airfare to Anchorage
• Some meals
• Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, or bottled water
• Travel insurance
• Gratuities for local guides

Included Optional Bear Watching Tour

• Flight to and from Cook Inlet
• 1 day guided bear watching
• Lunch
• Park fees

Not Included Optional Bear Watching Tour

• Tips to guide
• Hotel
• Dinner

Expedition Requirements

• 16 years or older
• Good health
• Physically fit
• Willing to raise minimum $1000

3 Step Process

1. Apply • Fill out the online application
• Pay $500 deposit ($50 non-refundable)

2. Prepare • Read Information and Fundraising Packet from TFK
• Start a training regimen if not already exercising regularly
• Fundraise for TFK
• Gather all necessary gear
• Pay remaining Expedition fees
• Arrange flights

3. Experience • Arrive to starting point.
• Enjoy a trip of a lifetime!

We are committed to supporting you every step of the way, both before and during your Expedition.

Click here to read about TFK’s Registration and Cancellation Policies.

Download Schedule here.

Download Gear List here.

Fundraising Resources

After signing up for an Expedition, Trekkers receive access to the Trekker Resource Center, with online tips and tools to help you succeed.

TFK Brochures • brief version of the website in printed form
• great introduction to TFK for your donors

Personal Fundraising Page
• solicit donations on your page
• set fundraising goals
• track progress in real time
• post a message to your donors
• donors can send a message to you

Other Resources • Ideas for raising your $1000
• form letters to help you get started
• fundraising logs
• receipts and forms
• project flyer

Contact our Director of Operations, Tricia Donaldson, for more information.