Matanuska Glacier Ice Fall Trek

555 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA

Duration

7 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

11 people

Languages

English

Overview

Walk on an Alaskan glacier on this day trip from Anchorage to the Matanuska Glacier. With an instructional guide and provided mountaineering equipment (crampons and a pole), you'll 'walk on water' as you hike across the ice. Check out physical features such as seracs, crevasses, and ice formations, and enjoy a view of an ice fall.

Matanuska Glacier hiking tour from Anchorage
Trek the glacier with a guide who provides instruction
Get close-up views of the accessible glacier features like crevasses, seracs, and ice formations
Hotel pickup and drop-off and the necessary equipment included

What To Expect

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You’ll have plenty of time to explore the wonders of the glacier in this three-hour trek. Strap on your crampons and get ready to discover incredible features of the glacier, including beautiful crevasses and startingly blue ice. The glacier is constantly changing, so your route will depend on conditions of the day, as well as the abilities of your group. You’ll come away with stunning photos and a deeper knowledge of glaciers and how they form.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Highlights

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Minimum age is 10 years old; children may not be carried in arms, backpacks, strollers, or anything else. For children under the age of 10, you can book a private trek. Minimum Age for private trek is 8 years old. Please contact us for more information.
Not wheelchair accessible
Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately; if canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
No Refunds under 72 hours. This activity is operated in partnership with MICA guides.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

Included/Excluded

Hotel pickup and drop-off (airport drop-off also available at the conclusion of the tour)
Professional guide
Crampons (for walking on ice)
Helmet
Trekking pole (optional)
Light snacks and bottled water

Food and drinks (this tour does not stop for lunch)
Pickup from private homes, apartments, or B&Bs; if this is your case, please contact the tour operator for the nearest pickup location

Durations

7 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

555 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA

from 289 $