About This Tour
Experience the rush of SIX MILE CREEK 3-CANYON! This exciting run features 4 hours of pool-drop style Class V rapids through the lush terrain of Chugach National Forest. A truly world-class section of whitewater that happens to be half-day accessible and gives a one-of-a-kind Alaskan adventure in just a few hours. Join the original guiding company, with over 40 years of experience on Six Mile Creek, leading the way through this iconic stretch of whitewater. Outfitted with top-of-the-line gear and expert guides, we continue to set the standard for safety and professionalism in the industry. Photos are available after your adventure to relive the action!
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Meeting Point
THE TRIP MEETING POINT AND CHECK-IN IS LOCATED NEAR THE TOWN OF HOPE. You meet our guides at a public rest area parking lot 100 yards down the Hope Road from the junction of the Seward Highway and Hope Road intersection. The public rest parking lot is on the right side of the Hope Road.
Special Instructions
Please call the office at 907-745-5753 prior to your trip’s date to check water levels and reconfirm the trip is running. Check-in location is at a public rest area 100 yards down the Hope Road from the Seward Highway intersection. DO NOT drive the extra 16 miles to the town of Hope. We are located back at the main junction of the Hope and Seward Highway. Please remember that Alaskan highways can cause delays with road construction, motor homes, and vehicle accidents. Please plan on these potential delays and leave early enough to make sure your party is not late for trip check-in time! We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to sign Nova's trip waiver. What to Wear Whitewater Rafting: Our Dry-suits are shells that keep you dry and dry only, with room to wear your own warm clothing underneath. Alaska rivers are cold so please dress warm even on hot days. Remember layers of clothing will help keep you warm and comfortable (we go rafting rain or shine). NOVA provides everything you need besides warm layers for the river including Dry-suits to wear over your clothes, PFD (Personal Floatation Device), river boots, & helmet. Layers made from fleece or wool (Not cotton) Long warm pants (no shorts) Tall warm socks (no cotton) Long sleeve warm top layer Sweatshirt or jacket (No hoodies) Sunglasses with ear strap Please make sure you meet our trip limitations stated on our website. If anyone is outside these limitations, please email our office so we can evaluate the information. Please have your booking confirmation # prepared at trip check-in. See our website for more trip details. www.novalaska.com. Thank you! Nova team
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather
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NOVA Alaska Guides, Whitewater Rafting & Glacier Tours
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