Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion
from $319.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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.
8 hours
Pickup offered
Itinerary
- 1Matanuska Glacier
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.
- 2Stop
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.
- 3Stop
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
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.
Not 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.
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
