Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Overview
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.
Inclusions
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Glacier Walking Equipment
- Transportation From Downtown Anchorage
- Knowledgeable Glacier Guides
- Entry/Admission - Matanuska Glacier
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Matanuska Glacier, 66500 S Glacier Park Rd, AK 99674
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.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Glenn Highway, AK
The Glenn Highway National Scenic Byway follows a path carved by ancient glaciers. Following the braided Matanuska River for over half its length.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Palmer, Palmer, Alaska
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Getting to listen to Jason I feel I have become a little Alaskan because I learned so much about the Alaskan way of life. The Glacier walk was spectacular. Definitely an adventure!
Getting to listen to Jason I feel I have become a little Alaskan because I learned so much about the Alaskan way of life. The Glacier walk was spectacular. Definitely an adventure!Jason was amazing. Very informative and fun tour guide. Very helpful and we didn't feel rushed at Hurry up and see things.
Jason was amazing. Very informative and fun tour guide. Very helpful and we didn't feel rushed at Hurry up and see things.Jason was a great guide. We drove out first to a grocery store to pick up food then we went to the glacier, at which we had another guide. Then we had lunch at a near by picnic spot and then back to Anchorage. Jason is knowledgeable and he showed us some breath taking photos he’s taken. The walk ...
Jason was a great guide. We drove out first to a grocery store to pick up food then we went to the glacier, at which we had another guide. Then we had lunch at a near by picnic spot and then back to Anchorage. Jason is knowledgeable and he showed us some breath taking photos he’s taken. The walk on the glacier is not hard, and how many chance do you get for that??Excellent! The driver Jason was super friendly and very knowledgeable. He was very helpful throughout the entire journey, making sure that I was comfortable in the bus, during the drive, and on the glacier. He truly gave me a VIP treatment, since I was the only passenger that day. He even stopped...
Excellent! The driver Jason was super friendly and very knowledgeable. He was very helpful throughout the entire journey, making sure that I was comfortable in the bus, during the drive, and on the glacier. He truly gave me a VIP treatment, since I was the only passenger that day. He even stopped the bus on our way, so I could finish an important phone call before I lose signal at the glacier. He is full of knowledge about the area and animals. He is a great photographer of wildlife also. Jason helped me also with climbing the glacier, and so much more... super cool experience and host!Absolutely one of the most EPIC things I've done in my life. The glacier is beautiful its like being on another planet. The guide was fantastic, so knowledgeable. We really felt safe and marveled at the beauty of the glacier. I will warn that people who are a little unsteady on their feet that th...
Absolutely one of the most EPIC things I've done in my life. The glacier is beautiful its like being on another planet. The guide was fantastic, so knowledgeable. We really felt safe and marveled at the beauty of the glacier. I will warn that people who are a little unsteady on their feet that the ground is not even, you will need to be extra careful, but it is really worth it. So much fun. Make sure you check out the ice cave (if its still there, the glacier is always changing!) LOVED IT! Worth every penny and more.Wonderful experience! Once in a lifetime opportunity! Loved every minute of it! The guide was so helpful and informative!
Wonderful experience! Once in a lifetime opportunity! Loved every minute of it! The guide was so helpful and informative!