SUMMER ADVENTURES AT THE TORDRILLO MOUNTAIN LODGE - ALASKA RANGE

:: introduction
Join Chugach Adventure Guides for luxury and adventure in the heart of the Alaskan wilderness at the Tordrillo Mountain Lodge.  Located on a quiet mountain lake in the Alaska Range, the Tordrillo Mountain Lodge offers deluxe accommodations, gourmet dining and a peaceful, picturesque atmosphere combined with some of the finest adventure activities for all ages and abilities found anywhere in Alaska. The lodge is situated at the headwaters of the Talachulitna River, a blue ribbon trout stream with solid runs of King Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, Coho Salmon and trophy rainbow trout. Fish and explore the lake and creek with canoes and kayaks or take a helicopter accessed guided fishing excursion with one of our professional guides. Our unique proximity to amazing mountain terrain is a springboard to a variety of helicopter assisted guided hiking, glacier exploring and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Allow us to build you a customized adventure itinerary that gives you just the right combination of excitement and relaxation. Activities can be arranged or changed on short notice to accommodate weather and budget considerations.

:: dates of operation
July 6 - October 15

:: location
The Tordrillo Mountain Lodge is tucked in between Mt.McKinley towering at 20,320 feet and two smoldering volcanic peaks: Mt. Gerdine (11,258) and Mt. Torbert (11,413 feet). The surrounding terrain also lays out massive glaciers and towering peaks that go on and on and on. The entire Tordrillo complex sits on top of a large granite batholith, surrounded by sedimentary deposits that result in fantastic hiking and glacial exploration. Denali National Park, just 30 miles away, offers panoramic views of the largest peak in North America. In a word—this place is humbling. Expect it to soon become known as one of the most remarkable adventure locations in the world.

:: accommodations
The Tordrillo Mountain Lodge is on the banks of the Talachulitna River and Judd Lake. This cozy 5,600-foot log structure has all the typical modern creature comforts, as well as amenities that exceed the guest services of most urban properties: wireless internet, a lakeside oversized cedar hot tub and sauna, top quality mattresses and bedding and private in-room baths. Our resident chef prepares regional Alaska cuisine that is hearty and decadent and pairs well with an extensive selection of award-winning wines from all over the world. At the end of the evening, guests enjoy playing table games in our full service après adventure bar, watching videos on the large flat screen TV. or pampering themselves with a massage.

:: options for guided activities
Rafting- The surrounding creeks and the Talachulitna River offer scenic and whitewater rafting opportunities. Choose paddle-rafting on Class III rapids with friends, or meander down a slow brook while fishing from an inflatable kayak. All river access is via helicopter.

Fishing- Depending on your preference there are several fishing options. Our helicopter drops you and your guide off in secluded creek carved canyons with rafts or inflatable kayaks, allowing you to navigate the creeks at your own pace and fish the areas that prove to be red hot with a heli-pickup back to the lodge. Or utilize the chopper for the day and hop from hole-to-hole in search of the very best fishing action. Either way, the Talachulitna River drainage and other surrounding rivers are teeming with Sockeye Salmon, Coho Salmon, late King Salmon, Dolly Vardon and trophy sized Rainbow Trout. 30 inch rainbows are not uncommon in this area. When you’re not out in the helicopter, Rainbow, Char and five species of salmon are available out the front door of the Lodge!

Glacier Exploration- Travel by helicopter to the bases of some of the greatest glaciers in Alaska including the Triumvirate, Trimble and the Hayes Glaciers. Our guides will lead you along routes directly on the ice so that you can view the crevasses, kettles, moulins and other glacial features. Explore blue ice tunnels and take lunch above the amazing Hayes River Valley. 

Heli-Hiking - Spend a day hiking amongst the heather in North Americas largest mountain range. Whether you have a taste for a casual backcountry stroll or an aggressive climb, our guides will show you spots that you will remember forever, always with your safety and comfort as our top priority. 

Flightseeing and Wildlife Viewing - Choose between the helicopter or a float plane and experience the wonders of the awe inspiring Alaska Range. Home of Mt. McKinley and a number of active volcanoes including Mount Spurr. Visit the amazing Kichatna Spires with surrounding 3,000 foot walls of pink and golden granite. Fly over the never-ending ice sheet of the Triumvirate Glacier or see the rich geology of the amazing river valleys carved out over millennia of glacial movement. Keep an eye out for wildlife including bears, moose, fox, ermine, mink, bald eagles, hawks, mountain goats, Dahl sheep and more.

:: getting there
Your summer adventure begins and ends in either Anchorage or Talkeetna. The scenic float-plane flight includes views of active volcanoes, Mt. McKinley and Denali National Park, several major mountain ranges including the Tordrillo and Aleutian Ranges, and the cityscape of Anchorage surrounded by rugged peaks and a stunning backdrop.

• 3 days, 2 nights - $1300 / person plus guided activity fees
• 5 days, 4 nights - $2100 / person plus guided activity fees
• 7 days, 6 nights - $2900 / person plus guided activity fees

• Premier accommodations at the Tordrillo Mountain Lodge (TML)
• Round-trip float-plane transportation from Anchorage or Talkeetna
• Use of recreational equipment including canoes, kayaks and fishing waders
• Meals and dinner wine (meals for special dietary concerns upon request)

• Fishing tackle
• Alaska sport fishing licenses
• Alcoholic beverages
• Massage services
• Helicopter guided activities