Explore Your National Parks With REI Adventures

Alaska Wilderness & Wildlife Kayaking

• Days: 8
• Price: $2,999
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Sea Kayaking, Hiking

On this exciting new paddling and hiking adventure, we'll explore the remote islands of Alaska's Inside Passage by kayak and on foot, always on the lookout for breaching whales and soaring eagles. Our week concludes with a full day cruise in Glacier Bay National Park, one of Alaska's scenic and geological wonders.

Capitol Reef & Escalante Hiking

• Days: 7
• Price: $1,799
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Hiking

Comprised of over 2.1 million acres of unspoiled Southwestern wilderness; Capitol Reef National Park and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is a vast landscape of high plateaus, multicolored sandstone cliffs and narrow twisting canyons. Our hiking routes through this geological playground, personally selected by REI Adventures' top guide Steve Kasper, are decidedly off the grid and absolutely unforgettable.

Death Valley Hiking

• Days: 6
• Price: $1,299
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Hiking

Death Valley's backcountry offers a variety of unique hiking opportunities for the active traveler: narrow, labyrinthine slot canyons cut through polished marble and challenging trails that climb to remote desert summits. Our schedule allows for hiking excursions to many of this vast national park's geological highlights and our springtime departures are timed to catch the wildflower and cactus blooms. View Slideshow

Denali & Prince William Sound Multisport

• Days: 11
• Price: $2,999
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Hiking, Kayaking, Rafting

The highlights of our largest state with the great hiking and paddling opportunities you're looking for — explore the stunningly distinct ecologies of Alaska's coastal and interior regions. View Slideshow

Exploring Alaska's Coastal Wilderness

• Days: 8
• Price: from $5,390
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Cruising, Kayaking, Hiking

The waters off Alaska's coast are among the best for whale watching, with good chances of finding humpback and orca whales. Kayak, beachcomb and explore forest trails under the guidance of expert Naturalists. You may also join an optional land extension to Denali National Park.

Gateway to the Arctic

• Days: 10
• Price: $2,699
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Hiking, Canoeing

On this unforgettable hiking adventure in northern Alaska, top guide Jody Young leads us on an active exploration of some of North America's most remote and magnificent wilderness regions including Gates of the Arctic National Park and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR).View Slideshow

Glacier Bay Cruise & Kayak

• Days: 6
• Price: $3,599
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Cruising, Sea Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing

From snow-capped mountain tops to deep fjords, tidewater glaciers and freshwater streams, Glacier Bay National Park is a land of contrast. We explore the many small inlets and coves aboard our comfortable, 12-passenger vessel, making time each day for walking and kayaking.

Grand Canyon & Sedona Hiking

• Days: 7
• Price: $2,299
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Hiking

Explore the Grand Canyon's best day-hiking routes from our deluxe campsite then discover stunning Sedona and enjoy a relaxing stay at the Sky Ranch Lodge. View Slideshow

Grand Canyon Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $625
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

To experience the sheer magnitude and quiet vastness of the Grand Canyon, one must travel by foot through the backcountry. Our small-group journey deep into the heart of the canyon takes us on a challenging and stunning loop from Yaki Point to Grandview along the magnificent Tonto Platform.

Grand Canyon New Years Adventure

• Days: 6
• Price: $2,499
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Hiking

New for 2010. Ring in the New Year on this very special winter adventure at the Grand Canyon featuring cozy lodging, spectacular day hikes, and a memorable New Year's Eve celebration. Space is limited!

Grand Teton Summit Climb

• Days: 4
• Price: $1,245
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Mountaineering, Hiking

Grand Teton National Park boasts some of the most diverse climbing in North America amongst an idyllic setting in northwestern Wyoming. Join us for this epic climb of a lifetime!

Great Smoky Mountains Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $625
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

The Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains offers fantastic hiking and expansive mountain views. We backpack from one primitive shelter to the next on this short section of a classic route to experience a taste of the Appalachian Trail thru-hiker life.

Joshua Tree Backcountry Climbing

• Days: 3
• Price: $550
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking, Rock Climbing

Marvel at the exposed granite monoliths and rugged mountains of twisted rock in the surreal Joshua Tree backcountry, then rope up and climb them! This one-of-a-kind backcountry climbing getaway in Joshua Tree National Park is as unique and inspiring as the landscape itself.

Mt. Rainier Classic Hikes

• Days: 3
• Price: $450
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Hiking

Our experienced guides show you the best day-hiking routes at the foot of this iconic Cascade volcano, featuring sweeping views of the surrounding mountain ranges, waterfalls, wildlife and alpine meadows. Enjoy a weekend of classic hikes and comfortable camping in this wonderful national park!

Backpacking Mt. Rainier

• Days: 7
• Price: $1,499
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Our 40-mile backcountry route along the Northern Loop trail in Mt. Rainier National Park is through gorgeous wilderness where rugged peaks studded with massive glaciers tower over alpine meadows, sparkling lakes and ancient forests where deer, marmot and bear flourish.

Olympic Wilderness Coast Adventure

• Days: 3
• Price: $550
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Kayaking, Hiking

Featuring some of the most breathtaking wilderness coastline in the world, Olympic National Park is a perfect place for beginning backpackers to get their "feet wet." A relaxed kayak tour on Ozette Lake is followed by a 2-day backpack of the Ozette Loop, one of the most stunning and accessible routes on the coast.

Sequoia Classic Backpacking

• Days: 3
• Price: $575
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Among the greatest icons of American wilderness are the awe-inspiring giant sequoia trees. As no camera can ever hope to capture the grandeur of even a single one of these ancient giants, our Sequoia Classic Backpack is a great way for backpackers to experience this amazing place, as we travel above, below and through the giant sequoia groves.

Shenandoah Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $460
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Join us for a remarkable backpacking adventure along the storied Appalachian Trail, touring alongside beautiful mountain streams, through lush dense forest, and atop ancient majestic peaks of the Blue Ridge.

Yellowstone Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $685
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Explore the wonders of the world's first National Park with a fun, safe and experienced naturalist guide. Yellowstone National Park is so vast that we visit different sections of the park during each section's own special prime season.

Yellowstone Lakes Kayaking

• Days: 4
• Price: $695
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Kayaking

Paddling the lakes of Yellowstone is one of the most exciting and unique adventures in North America! Break away from the crowds and paddle to the remote corners of this stunning environment, take a deep breathe and enjoy one of America's great natural adventures.

Yosemite Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $625
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Learn the basics of backpacking in this introductory course. While enjoying the beauty of the Yosemite backcountry, learn route finding using map and compass, establishing a camp while employing minimal impact practices, the basics of packing light, outdoor cookery and menu planning, natural history and personal care. View Slideshow

Yosemite Half Dome Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $675
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Yosemite's Half Dome is considered the most iconic rock face in the country! REI Adventures has designed the perfect itinerary for your big climb! Join us for a four day hike along Yosemite's most spectacular ridgeline overlooking the Yosemite Valley, destination: Half Dome.

Zion & Bryce Canyon Hiking

• Days: 7
• Price: $1,799
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Hiking

After each day's hike through the natural wonders of Utah, relax with a bountiful meal and settle in to a comfortable lodge on a private 1000-acre ranch. View Slideshow

Zion New Year's Adventure

• Days: 6
• Price: $1,799
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Hiking, Snowshoeing

Our mid-winter Zion & Bryce Canyon hiking and snowshoeing adventure provides a unique opportunity to discover these magical national parks when visitors are few and the landscape is filled with an air of tranquility and renewal.