From our driver to our glacier guide, the entire day was an incredible experience from beginning to end. There was something for everyone, and throughout the glacier hike, we felt completely safe and well taken care of.
The views were absolutely breathtaking, and walking across the glacier with the spikes gave me the confidence to truly enjoy the experience without worrying about my footing. Our guide was fantastic and made the hike both fun and incredibly informative. We learned so much about glacier geography, formations, composition, and how glaciers continue to change, all while taking in the amazing landscape around us.
The stop at the small local honey and wine maker on the way back was the perfect way to end the day. We learned that they keep their bees in a school bus, which was such a fascinating and unexpected detail! The honey was delicious, and I ended up purchasing several jars as gifts for friends.
I highly recommend this tour, especially for anyone who wants the incredible experience of actually walking on a glacier but may not be able to do a helicopter tour. It was an unforgettable day and an experience I will always remember!
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danielrB7026IR
September 16, 2026
Wonderful walk on a glacier
Our group of four did the Matanuska Glacier Tour. There were three groups totaling 9 individuals on our tour. Our driver, Jimmy, did the pick up and drop/off at our homes. He was great on the drive up and back providing us with additional information history or regional information as well as pointing out wildlife.
The hike itself on the glacier lasted about two hours with Addy and it was fantastic. I was not sure what to expect, but Addy did a great job showing us the glacier and crevasses and providing appropriate knowledge along the way. It was clear she enjoyed her work. We even got to hear an ice quake on the way down that sounded like thunder.
Overall, a very enjoyable experience, and a unique day trip from Anchorage.
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TechChick
September 5, 2026
Overall a fantastic...
Overall a fantastic experience! The glacier hike was amazing, fun and safe. The wine tasting and honey tasting was a bonus.
The only improvement I would recommend is the pick up: my instructions said "meeting point" but it was literally a pick up from the street. If you are a bit late, they are gone. This was not properly communicated. Also no information on parking at the pick up point. We thought we are meeting at the tour company HQ and we thought there will be parking. That's not the case! So budget 10-15 more minutes for parking and walking to the pick up location.
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Anne_M
August 29, 2026
Great trip. Walking on...
Great trip. Walking on the glacier was amazing. Our guide was very good and, even though I sprained my foot, we had a wonderful time. The honey and wine tasting was of limited value
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AngelGarciaCarballer
August 23, 2026
The best option for visiting and walking on a glacier
It is the best experience for visiting a glacier and walking on it safely with an experienced guide; ours was young Fred and he made us enjoy it a lot.
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elizabethoV8783PL
August 21, 2026
Amazing 😍
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful Matanuska Glacier Experience!
What an incredible experience! From beginning to end, our trip to Matanuska Glacier was wonderful.
Our tour driver, Christ, was exceptional—kind, professional, entertaining, and very informative. He made the drive enjoyable and shared so much interesting information along the way. His friendly personality and professionalism made us feel comfortable and well taken care of throughout the trip.
Our glacier hiking guide, Lena, was absolutely amazing! She is a strong and experienced hiker, but what impressed me most was her passion and patience. For those of us hiking on ice for the first time, she explained everything clearly, helped us feel confident, and was always attentive and encouraging. You could tell that she genuinely loves what she does.
Walking on Matanuska Glacier was already an unforgettable experience, but having Christ and Lena as part of the adventure made it even more special. I felt safe, informed, and able to truly enjoy every moment.
Highly recommended—especially for first-time glacier hikers! Thank you, Christ and Lena, for helping make my Alaska adventure so memorable! 🏔️🧊❤️
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Stella_O
August 13, 2026
A sweet way to enjoy Alaska
This experience met our expectations. Our guide, Kris, was knowledgeable & shared stories about life growing up in Alaska. Glacier hike was super fun, along with delicious local honey, wine, and of course - coffee! Moose sighting was an added treat.
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Sarah_H
August 12, 2026
Great experience from the...
Great experience from the drive through the mountains to the yummy honey tastings. This exceeded my expectations
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Shahnaz_P
July 20, 2026
New experience
The guide was great and this was our first time. We enjoyed thoroughly. We collected some water from the glacier too😍
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davecL7777XK
June 27, 2026
Glacial hike at Matanuska!
We had an incredible time on this tour and guided hike from White Raven Tours. Joan did a wonderful job with Alaskan history and her cultural knowledge during the drive to the glacier. Her love for Alaska is very apparent. Hiking on the glacier is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Our guide Chris was amazing especially if you are interested in any of the science behind glaciers. The local honey and wine was an added treat that set this tour apart from other operators.