Supported Expedition: $1,600 to $2,450

If you want to climb the mountain unguided, but would like help arranging for certain supplies and transportation once you’re in Alaska, there are companies set up for just that purpose. Depending on the level you choose, a support program will provide you with transportation from the airport to your hotel, will help you pick up supplies in Anchorage, drive you to Talkeetna, and arrange for your air taxi to Base Camp. They will also plan and purchase 15 days of food, give advice when asked, pay your Denali National Park Entry fee and your Base Camp fee, and provide you with a sled that you’ll use to ferry your supplies.

• $400 to $550 – Round trip airfare, lower 48 to Anchorage
• $1,000 to $1,700 – Expedition Support Team
• $200 – Denali National Park Service climbing permit fee

Independent Expedition: $1,225 to $1,375*

You and your team members are responsible for all the advance arrangements, reservations, fees, etc. For instance, you must obtain permission to do your climb 60 days prior to your arrival at the park. Once in Anchorage, you will need a day or two to assemble your gear and purchase food and supplies for approximately 2-3 weeks on the mountain.

• $400 to $550 – Round trip airfare from lower 48 to Anchorage
• $100 – Round trip shuttle drive to Talkeetna
• $200 – Denali National Park Service fee for climbing the mountain
• $10 – Denali National Park & Preserve entrance fee
• $500 – Round trip air taxi to Kahiltna Glacier (Base Camp) – price often includes sled rental and fuel for stoves (note: 125 lb. per person weight limit on plane)
• $15- Base Camp fee

*plus food, supplies, meals & lodging