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

Wed 23 Oct

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Starting at $325.00

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Wed 23 Oct

Starting at $325.00

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. For groups with younger individuals, explore our Private Matanuska Glacier option.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

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 (58)

annbV1063FX

Nov 2022

This trip was super fun, memorable, and well organized. Our guide, Bill, was awesome!! He picked us up from our hotel right on-time, and from there we had a beautiful scenic 2 hour drive to the glacier. Bill had lots of fun facts about the area which made the trip both entertaining and educational. The glacier was beyond amazing!!! It is a “must do” experience for anyone staying in the area. I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

We are so glad to hear that you had a great day on the glacier! We will be sure to pass your kind words along to Bill. Have a great rest of your trip!

ramadurair2016

Aug 2022

It was so great to experience thousands of year old glacier up close and personal! The tour guide Matt was awesome - so careful and at the same time making sure we enjoy every aspect of the glacier. Walking around can be tricky as the terrain is so deceiving - looks flat but your feet can sink in. Amazing view of the surrounding Chugach mountain range

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Alaskan glaciers truly are amazing to experience! We're so happy you had a great time with Matt on the Matanuska Glacier Summer Tour. Thank you for sharing!

Nostalgiyeah

Jul 2022

We had the chance to go on the Matanuska Glacier Tours with Greatland Tours. The tour van arrived on time at our hotel, which was the pick up point. We took on a few more guests before making our way on to the glacier. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. Once we reached the glacier, the guide gave us some extra winter gear including a few parkas, hand gloves and warmers and we had the choice to keep our gear or use the ones provided based on our comfort level. The walking tour through the glacier was absolutely amazing! We walked for roughly 90 minutes on the glacier, and stopped at regular intervals to take some photos and enjoy the scenery around us. Post the glacier tour, we also went for lunch at a nearby restaurant, paid for by Greatland Adventures. All in all, a fun and memorable trip to the glacier, thanks to the wonderful guide from this tour company!

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Wow! Thank you for your stellar review, we couldn't be happier that you enjoyed your time out on the Matanuska Glacier. We take pride in our guides, they truly have a passion for what they do. We are so honored to be a part of your life-long memories. If you find yourself in Alaska again let us know, we'd love to show you some of our other favorite things! Cheers,