RV rental in Alaska
We are thinking about flying to Alaska and renting a small class C for two weeks. I know it will be pricey, but so would be driving the bus at 7 mpg round trip 5000 miles or so. And we figure we can g...
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2gypsies wrote:
First, you might consider taking the Alaskan Ferry from Bellington, WA
First, just for clarity, that's Bellingham, WA.
Second, I agree with the sentiments already expressed. We spent an entire summer in AK. We hauled our rig and the experience through BC and the Yukon was worth way more than the price of admission. :)
If I'm reading correctly that you only have 2 weeks, by all means don't even think about taking your RV. We left the states from N Washington and it took us 4 weeks just to get to AK. Even doing the ferry thing, you'll still have only a week left.
AK is worlds away from anything you've likely ever experienced. My unsolicited advice? Wait until you have the time to do it right.
In direct response to your original query, do NOT think about renting an RV in Skagway unless you have unlimited funds. Whitehorse, YT would be a better choice, although still pricey. NOTHING in AK and the surrounding area is inexpensive.
