Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour

Overview

Visit Alaska's largest road accessible glacier on this wonderful full day tour.

Glacier Park Entrance Fee and Lunch Included.

City: Anchorage

Fri 26 Dec

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Starting at $376.05

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Fri 26 Dec

Starting at $376.05

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Lunch at Local Eatery

Round Trip Transportation from Anchorage

Services of Professional Local Glacier Guide

Hotel Pick Up

Glacier Travel Equipment-Ice Cleats

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What to Bring:
Warm Layered Clothing
Sunglasses
Camera or Cell Phone Camera
Warm Hat and Gloves
We require that participants wear sturdy, stiff-soled footwear while on this tour
Our minimum age to join the tour is 8 years old.
A full water bottle (we do not provide single use containers)

What To Expect

Greatland Adventures

The Matanuska Glacier is one of Alaska's premiere destinations. At 27 miles long and 4 miles wide it is Alaska's largest glacier accessible by road. It also is boasts one of the most accessible areas to walk on of any glacier in Alaska. Marvel at ice that formed thousands of years ago high in the Chugach Mountains.

Matanuska Glacier

Your day will start with a magnificent scenic drive along the Glenn Highway with stunning mountain vistas and plenty of time for photo stops. Next we will drive to the toe of the glacier to dawn our ice cleats and begin exploring the glacier by foot. Each day is unique due to the dynamic nature of the glacier. We generally spend two hours and walk three miles on the ice. After exploring the glacier we will have lunch at a local eatery with stunning views of the glacier and surrounding scenery. Each tour will be customized to suit your groups interest. This is a once in a lifetime bucket list opportunity to explore glacial ice!

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (111)

Xinye_Q

Nov 2023

A lifetime experience. The glacier views in winter are legendary. Highly recommend. It can be quite cold in some parts of the hiking trip. Consider using hand and toe warmers to increase the comfortable level.

Response from Host

Nov 2023

Thank you for the awesome review of our Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour! Good advice on the hand warmers, we want you to be as warm and comfortable while exploring Alaska's largest glacier accessible by road! During the winter months (November - March) you'll want to wear plenty of cold-weather gear. We recommend: synthetic or wool long underwear, snow boots, warm socks, winter coat, neck gaiter or scarf, and hat and gloves. Thanks again and we hope to adventure with you should you return to Alaska!

jessbecause808

May 2023

I didn't think glacier hiking was on my bucket list until I went on this adventure. Highly recommend since this glacier if very accessible by road. It was cold (-2 degrees F) but with the hiking, the body does warm up... eventually. There was a small crevasse that I was not about to squeeze through so that was the one thing I didn't do on the tour. Otherwise, just to see up close and personal the different shapes and patterns of ice was incredible. A little pricey but it does come with transport and lunch.

Response from Host

May 2023

Thank you so much for joining us on our Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour! The glacier is always a changing landscape with so much to see and explore. We are so glad you had fun viewing one of Alaska's most scenic glaciers!

rstewartnpr

Apr 2023

Sean with Greatland Adventures was outstanding - we had a great experience touring the glacier and having Sean explain various features along the way. Our great experience started with Sandy who helped answer many questions and assisted us with scheduling everything. We would highly recommend this company to anyone!

Response from Host

Apr 2023

Thank you for the review. We at Greatland Adventures pride ourselves on hiring guides who are Alaskans and are safe, fun, and knowledgeable. They love their home and enjoy sharing the Matanuska Glacier with anyone who wants to venture out on a glacier.