Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour
Description
Visit Alaska's largest road accessible glacier on this wonderful full day tour. Glacier Park Entrance Fee and Lunch Included.
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Itinerary
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.
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!
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up at Downtown/Mid Town Anchorage Hotels. We do not pick up from Airbnb, Alyeska, Springhill Suites University Lake, Dimond Hotel, or other private accommodations.
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Important Information
- 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)
Reviews(153)
Wonderful experience! Would definitely book this trip again! We saw beautiful glaciers, tool lots of pictures and rode a sleigh halfway to the glaciers. Unforgettable experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such an unforgettable experience and that you would definitely book this trip again. Your recommendation means the world to us! Safe Travels and we hope to see you again!
We were fortunate to have great weather. The guides got us to the destination ahead of other groups, allowing us to experience the area without interruption. The guides' geographical knowledge was key to our wonderful experience. We spent 2 plus hours on the glacier walking an easy 2.65 miles.
Thank you for sharing your experience of our Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour! We’re so glad the weather cooperated and that our guides were able to get you out ahead of the crowds, those quieter moments on the glacier really make it special. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the pace and had plenty of time to explore while learning along the way. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to have you back for another adventure!
We had a wonderful expedience. Our guides were amazing and the glacier experience was perfect. Highly recommend!!.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review of our Matanuska Glacier Tour! We are thrilled to hear you had such an amazing experience out on the ice. Our guides are truly passionate about sharing the glacier with every guest, and it means the world to us to know that came through for you. Reviews like yours remind us why we love what we do! We hope to welcome you back to the Matanuska someday — there is always something new to discover out there. Thank you again for the kind words and the recommendation!
The view is fantastic. The guide, Diego, is nice and knowledgeable. The service is great. I have to add an extra person to the tour only a day before the trip, Rochelle moved quickly to make it happen. Strong recommendation.
Thank you for the wonderful review of our Matanuska Glacier Tour! We’re so glad you enjoyed the fantastic views and had a great experience with Diego—he truly loves sharing his knowledge out on the glacier. We’re also happy Rochelle was able to quickly accommodate your last-minute addition and make everything seamless for your trip. We really appreciate the strong recommendation and hope to have you join us again for another Alaska adventure!
Jason was a fun and knowledgeable guide. He answered all of our questions and taught us so much. The glacier was so beautiful and fascinating. I'd go back! They'll help if you don't have super warm gear. The staff were all wonderful and helpful.
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad to hear you had such a great time on the Matanuska Glacier. It's awesome that you found the glacier beautiful and fascinating, and that we were able to share so much knowledge with you. We're also happy to hear that our staff could assist with your gear and made the experience even better. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Great experience! The only glacier that is highly accessible. Lunch is also great. I would recommend this tour.
Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you enjoyed the experience and that the accessibility of the Matanuska Glacier made it such a special visit. It’s also nice to hear the lunch hit the spot after the hike. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again on another Alaska adventure!
We had a wonderful time with Adam and Diego. 1000% recommend. It was not too hard for someone slightly out of shape. The hike was 2.68 miles/9800 steps.
Thank you so much for this fantastic review of our Matanuska Glacier Tour! We love that you had such a wonderful time, and we'll make sure Adam and Diego hear your kind words — they are a phenomenal team and truly passionate about sharing this incredible experience with guests. We also really appreciate you mentioning the trail details! Knowing the hike is around 2.68 miles and 9,800 steps is such helpful information for future guests who may be wondering what to expect. We always want everyone to feel confident and welcome on the glacier, regardless of fitness level. We hope to see you back out on the ice again someday!
So glad I took this tour to hike Mantanuska Glacier with knowledgeable and well trained professionals. They kept our group safe while still providing for breathtaking panoramic and close up views of the glacier. Guides kept the hiking pace comfortable with plenty of time for photographs and glacier discussion. The meal after the hike was delicious and offered a choice of Alaska Delicacies. Fabulous experience.
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re glad you enjoyed hiking the Matanuska Glacier with our guides and that the pace, views, and glacier insights made the experience memorable. It’s great to hear you also enjoyed the meal afterward. We appreciate you joining us and look forward to more adventures in the future!
My wife and I joined the Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour, and it was one of the most memorable experiences of our trip to Alaska. After all, how many people can say they've actually hiked on a glacier? Our guide, Victoria, was excellent-friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable. She picked us up at our hotel right on time and, during the two-hour drive, patiently answered all of our questions about glaciers, wildlife, and Alaska. She also made sure we felt safe and comfortable during the hike. Walking on the glacier was an incredible experience. Lunch, water, and snacks were provided, and everything was very well organized. Overall, it was an amazing experience, and we highly recommend this tour.
Thank you for the thoughtful review! We’re so glad you and your wife had such a memorable experience on the Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour. Victoria will be happy to hear your kind words. She loves sharing her knowledge and making sure guests feel comfortable and safe on the glacier. We appreciate the recommendation and are glad you enjoyed the hike and lunch along the way!
Great experience with knowledgeable tour guides, Victoria and Adam. I got the halibut sandwich for lunch, it was well seasoned and cooked to perfection. Onion rings were ok.
Thanks for joining us on our Matanuska Glacier Walk tour and taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate you traveling with us, and glad you enjoyed the day with Victoria and Adam!
