Our Adak Travel Guide is Live!
At the mid-western reach of the Aleutian chain, where the wind speaks loudly and seabirds outnumber people, lies a place unlike any other: Adak. And now, there’s a new way to prepare for your journey to this one-of-a-kind destination.
Aleut Ventures is proud to announce the release of Adak: A Travel Guide, a free resource to help travelers make the most of their experience on Adak Island.
Whether you’re visiting for work, recreation, or reflection, Adak: A Travel Guide has everything you need to know—from travel logistics and land use permits to activity suggestions, community resources, and cultural context. With this guide in hand, you’ll be able to explore Adak with a better sense of how to navigate one of Alaska’s most remote communities.
Rooted in Purpose & Place
Developed by Aleut Ventures—a wholly owned subsidiary of Aleut—this guide is part of a broader effort to support responsible access, economic revitalization, and cultural stewardship on Adak Island.
Aleut represents more than 5,000 Unangax̂ shareholders and descendants with ancestral ties to the Aleutian and Pribilof Islands. After Adak Island was taken from the Unangax̂ people by Russian colonizers in the 1830s, it wasn’t until 2004 that Aleut was able to regain a portion of the land through a federal Land Transfer Agreement. Today, Aleut and Aleut Ventures together play a key role in the island’s revitalization—supporting infrastructure, promoting sustainable tourism, and investing in local businesses.
What's Inside
Inside the guide, you’ll find:
How to get to Adak and what to expect upon arrival
Local services and where to stay (hint: start with Adak Island Inn)
Hiking, birding, fishing, and paddleboarding tips
Guidance on land use, weather, safety, and respectful travel
Historical background on Adak and the Unangax̂ connection to the land
A map to help you navigate the island
And much more!
Start Planning Your Trip
Ready to experience Adak for yourself? Download Adak: A Travel Guide now and begin your adventure with confidence and intention.
While you’re at it, be sure to explore our blog right here on Venturing Beyond, where we share stories, travel tips, and (eventually) highlights from visitors who’ve made the trek. You can also check out the Adak Travel Map for additional navigation help and read more about Aleut’s revitalization efforts on Adak at aleutcorp.com/lands/adak-revitalization.
Adak is more than a destination—it’s a place of heritage, history, and limitless exploration. We’re honored to help you experience it responsibly.
Don’t Miss the Adak Travel Map – Your On-the-Ground Companion
In addition to everything included in the Adak travel guide, we’ve created a standalone Adak Travel Map to help you explore the island with ease. Whether you’re navigating WWII-era bunkers, finding the best birding lookouts, or locating community resources, this map is your go-to reference for getting around.
The map is included in the full guide, but it’s also available as a separate download—perfect for printing, sharing, or saving to your phone before you head out.
Download the Adak Travel Map below and take the guesswork out of your adventure.
