Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion
Anchorage, USAby Alaska Adventure Guides
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 14 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
The Matanuska Glacier is the largest and most magnificent glacier in Alaska with road access. We will drive you to within about 1/2 mile of the face of the glacier, where we'll start our hike. We'll be hiking on the glacier for two to two and a half hours, and walk about 2 to 3 miles. There is little elevation change, and the hike difficulty is rated as moderate. The glacier is about a two-hour drive from Anchorage. We will stop about half way there for a restroom break, where you will also have the opportunity to purchase coffee and whatever you'd like to have to eat while we're out. Bottled water is provided.
What's included
- Use of Microspikes for traction while on the glacier.
- Available at our half-way stop in the morning.
- Pictures from your guide. Any photos we take will be made available to you free of charge.
- Gratuities for your guide on the glacier are included.
- We'll stop on our way to the glacier, where guests will be able to purchase lunch. There is a cooler onboard the van to keep food fresh while we're on the glacier.
Itinerary
- 1
Matanuska Glacier
2 hours
Along the 2 hour drive to the Glacier, bear, moose, owls, eagles, foxes and porcupines are all possible to see. And along the way there are also many beautiful panoramic pictures to take.
- 2
Stop 2
Pass by
The Alaska Native people of Chickaloon are a mixture of Ahtna and Dena'ina Athabaskan. This is a small town where we will see a few shops, churches and homes.
- 3
Stop 3
Pass by
Sutton is a small town located on the Glenn Highway between Palmer and Glennallen, and a convenient place to fill up on gas and snacks for visitors headed to attractions like Matanuska Glacier and Sheep Mountain.On our way to the Matanuska Glacier
Meeting and pickup
We will be in contact the day before your tour to confirm your reservation, pickup location and pickup time. We drive a Silver Ford Econoline van labeled, or red Chevy Express van, labeled Alaska Adventure Guides. If you're not at a hotel, we can meet you at the Fred Meyer store at 1000 E Northern Lights in Anchorage, or 13401 Old Glenn in Eagle River. Pickup MAY be available at Airbnbs in the Anchorage area. Please check with us when you have the address if this applies to you. **Pickup is NOT available at the Alyeska Resort**
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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