All buses that go into Denali Park are modified school buses. The shuttle buses are a reasonable option if you are looking just for basic transportation into the Park. Reservations can be made in advance through the Park Service or in person at the Denali Park Visitor Center. The two most popular bus tours are the tundra wildlife tour and the Kantishna Wilderness Trails bus tour . The wildlife tour is 6 to 8 hours long and travels roughly 53 miles into Denali Park.
Tours depart in early morning or early afternoon.
Your trip will be fully narrated and includes a snack box meal. Frequent stops are made for photos and restroom breaks. The most extensive bus tour of Denali is the Kantishna Wilderness Trails tour. This full day trip travel all the way to the end of the Park road, and features a two hour stop at the famous Kantishna Roadhouse for a hearty lunch and interpretive activities. This trip will give you your best views of Mt. McKinley and the best chances for seeing wildlife.