Matanuska Glacier Ice Fall Trek from Anchorage

Overview

Glacier hiking is a fun activity for virtually anyone with the proper equipment and an experienced guide. Explore the hidden treasures of the Matanuska glacier on this 7-hour day trip from Anchorage. Use mountaineering crampons to actually "walk on water" as you hike the glacier with a professional guide. See close-up views of the best accessible features of the glacier including crevasses, seracs, unique ice formations as well as the high point with views of a beautiful ice fall. With round trip transportation, proper instructions, and the equipment necessary you will have a fantastic experience on an actual glacier.

City: Anchorage

Mon 09 Jun

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Starting at $299.00

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Mon 09 Jun

Starting at $299.00

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What's Included

Professional guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off (airport drop-off also available at the conclusion of the tour)

Helmet

Light snacks and bottled water

Crampons (for walking on ice)

Trekking pole (optional)

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 10 years old; children may not be carried in arms, backpacks, strollers, or anything else. For children under the age of 10, you can book a private trek. Minimum Age for private trek is 8 years old. Please contact us for more information.
Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately; if canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
No Refunds under 72 hours. This activity is operated in partnership with MICA guides.

What To Expect

Matanuska Glacier

You’ll have plenty of time to explore the wonders of the glacier in this three-hour trek. Strap on your crampons and get ready to discover incredible features of the glacier, including beautiful crevasses and startingly blue ice. The glacier is constantly changing, so your route will depend on conditions of the day, as well as the abilities of your group. You’ll come away with stunning photos and a deeper knowledge of glaciers and how they form.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (9)

kasuresh

Jul 2019

This is my first trip to Alaska and I love Glaciers ever since I learned about them at school. Planet Earth arranged a pick up from my Hotel to the trekking spot. Albert the person who helped me book the trip is so customer centric that he followed up once the trekking time has been changed and then the day before the trekking. They would provide all the gears like helmet, crampons etc. Seeing the Glacier for the first time and then trekking on it was an awesome experience. If you love nature, don't miss this trip Overall very satisfied with the trip and Planet Earth.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Suresh, Thank you for reviewing here on Trip Advisor. Much appreciated. I enjoyed talking with you and taking you on this activity. Thanks for visiting Alaska!

cjmorris2009

Aug 2018

We booked the Turnagain Arm Tour, Matanuska Glacier Ice Fall Trek, Dog Sledding, and Prince William Sound Kayaking Tour through Planet Earth Adventures and they were amazing! We had never been to Alaska before and had no idea what we were getting into. They made sure every detail on every tour was taken care of. I will book all our future tours through Planet Earth Adventures. They made our trip everything we wanted it to be.

Salem27RKSS

Jul 2018

Our tour and hike today with Plant Earth was awesome. Scott did a superb job. They set this up with Mica guides. Scott provided a lot of history about the area on our journey to the Glacier. We will use them again if we find ourselves in Alaska again.