Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

Overview

Experience the natural wonder of Alaska's Matanuska Glacier with our full-day guided tour. Beginning with a convenient pickup from downtown Anchorage, you'll embark on a scenic two-hour journey, driving through landscapes of towering mountains. Along the way, we'll stop at local eateries, offering you the chance to purchase lunch.

Upon reaching the glacier, a seasoned guide will equip you with crampons, making glacier navigation safe and manageable. Then, an all-terrain vehicle will transport you to the glacier's base. Here, you'll set off on foot to explore the glacier's icy expanse, discovering fascinating ice formations and gaining insight into the glacier's natural history from your knowledgeable guide.

After this unforgettable experience, we'll journey back to Anchorage, ensuring a comfortable drop-off in downtown. This tour is a perfect blend of adventure, education, and scenic beauty, offering an in-depth encounter with one of Alaska's most impressive glaciers.

City: Anchorage

Tue 24 Jun

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Starting at $310.00

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Tue 24 Jun

Starting at $310.00

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What's Included

Transportation From Downtown Anchorage

Knowledgeable Glacier Guides

Bottled water

Snacks

Glacier Walking Equipment

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Matanuska Glacier

Matanuska Glacier is a valley glacier in the US state of Alaska. At 27 miles long by 4 miles wide, it is the largest glacier accessible by car in the United States. The drive to is approximately 2 hours each direction with 4 hours total along the scenic Glenn Hwy.

Glenn Highway

The Glenn Highway National Scenic Byway follows a path carved by ancient glaciers. Following the braided Matanuska River for over half its length.

Palmer

During the tour we will stop in Palmer Alaska and allow you time to purchase lunch at a local grocery store. Just 45 minutes from Anchorage, this picturesque little town has agriculture flair. Start your adventure in this ‘country' at the Palmer Visitor Information Center. Don't forget to pick up a downtown walking map while you're there.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (187)

Joo_C

Oct 2024

The tour was amazing! Starting with Ina, she was a very kind guide and a very smooth driver. On the way to the glacier, she explained a bit about the Glacier and gave some insights about Alaska, Anchorage and some small towns we drove by. We stopped at Fred Meyer around 1 hour after we left Anchorage to grab something for lunch. Nick was our tour guide on the Glacier, and you could really see that he is very knowledgeable about it and has been doing these tours for quite some time. He explained things in great detail and was always willing to answer questions. The tour didn't disappoint me and although the price is a little bit in the expensive range, at the end of the day I was very happy and amazed by the tour, so I think it was all worth it!

Jesus_P

Oct 2024

Would definitely recommend to everyone our guide Nick was very well experienced and very knowledgeable of the area. Despite the disrespectful others since our guide was delayed they all kept it very professional! Our driver was very kind and informative she was very accommodating

desireemP3157RB

Oct 2024

Ina was the guide that drove us out and Chris was the guide at the glacier and they were both above and beyond wonderful! This tour was a bucket list item for me and it did not disappoint.