Traveling During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Travel Requirements for Visitors to Alaska
Beginning February 14, 2021, Alaska visitors are not required to arrive in Alaska with a negative COVID-19 PCR test. However the State of Alaska is advising visitors to follow health protocols. This is a changing situation and you should always check current State of Alaska entry requirements and airline requirements prior to your flight to Alaska. For current State of Alaska information please check: The State of Alaska Covid-19 Traveler Information page.
Please note that any person currently positive with COVID-19 cannot travel to Alaska until they have been released from isolation, or cleared for travel, by a medical provider or public health agency.
Consider a Covid Test or be fully vaccinated prior to arrival in Alaska
Why? While it is not required, getting a Covid-19 test prior to travel does provide a level of security and peace of mind. Please consider taking a pre-travel molecular-based test for SARS-CoV2 within 72 hours of departure. Being fully vaccinated will also give you peace of mind. However, currently, the State of Alaska recommends testing prior to arrival also for fully vaccinated persons.
Offering a safe experience is the top priority for Alaska tour companies. Tour companies will follow health advisories and protocols and may require a negative Covid test or proof of vaccination for participation in their tour.
If you cannot obtain a test for travel purposes at a local doctor’s office or testing site, you can also take a Covid-19 Home Test. Here are some FDA approved home test kits that we can recommend:
– Pixel System from Labcorp
– Everlywell COVID-19 Test Home Collection Kit
– Vault Health
– Picture Genetics
– The COVID Consultants
– ImmunitiRx
– Azova
Currently, there is also the option to obtain a free Covid-19 test upon arrival in Alaska at the airport. Strict social distancing is recommended while you wait for test results, unless you are fully vaccinated (two weeks have passed since receiving your final dose of vaccine).
Travel Confidently!
Your health and safety are the top priority of the united travel industry! From transportation to lodging, dining and attractions, expect to see health and safety standards when you travel to Alaska. Expect encouraged physical distancing, enhanced sanitation, increased touchless solutions, health screening measures and extra precautions when dining! Please wear your mask when in public and indoors even if you are fully vaccinated.
Make Alaska happen in 2021!
Alaska is the place where you can easily social distance, experience pure nature without any crowds, see jaw-dropping landscapes, and watch our amazing wildlife!
Our team is here for you!
We are here to assist you! If you have questions about traveling in Alaska, any of our great tours or your upcoming trip, never hesitate to reach out.
If your trip is affected in any way by new restrictions, closures, or changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic we will contact you promptly to discuss options.
Travel safely!
