McCarthy/St. Elias Alpine Guides
Ice Cave Exploration
Starting at $438 • Private Only • Strenuous Hike Requiring a Sense of Adventure!
McCarthy
Overview
- Meeting point
- McCarthy
- Group size
- Up to 12 passengers
Rates
| $438 | Group Leaders |
| $438 | Private Groups |
| $438 | Private Group (2027) |
| $438 | Custom Trips For previous clients only. |
Details
Explore below the Kennicott Glacier!
Duration:
3-5 hours
Rates
Private Only
- One person - $420 total
- Two people - $640 total
- Three people - $660 total
- Four people - $800 total
- Five people - $925 total
- Six people - $960 total
About
Click here to learn more about this adventure and see more photos!
Before you go
Review **our map** of the area to get the lay of the land before you visit! Also available in paper on site.
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Equipment List
**Required:**
- Layered clothing that you don't mind getting dirty
Including rain gear - both jacket & pants, warm sweater and/or jacket, and good pants for hiking.
- Light gloves
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Hiking boots** or other sturdy walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Snacks
We do not provide snacks for this trip, unless you have purchased Snack Packs as part of your trip.
- Backpack
Please make sure it is big enough to carry your extra layers, snacks, water, and the helmet and headlamp we will lend you. Helmets can also be strapped to the outside of your pack. You are welcome to bring your own headlamp if you have one.
**Recommended:**
- Hat
- Camera/phone to take pictures
- Trekking Poles
These can be helpful on some portions of the trail, but your guide may ask you to put them away once in the cave. If you choose to bring poles, please make sure they are collapsible and can be easily stored away
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Activity Disclaimer
I have acknowledged that:
This is a strenuous hike that goes off-trail over **extremely** steep loose rock. I understand that even experienced hikers find this trip difficult. I may need to cross creeks and I will enter small dark spaces with dripping water and falling rocks. I will likely get wet and dirty on this trip. This is not recommended for those who experience claustrophobia, are unstable on their feet, or are afraid of heights. I understand that I will not be issued a refund if my group is physically unable to make it to the caves.
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Tipping your Guide
Tipping makes up a large portion of a guide's income, allows them to pursue guiding as a sustainable career, and is extremely appreciated!
If you didn't leave a prepaid gratuity for your guide, that's ok - you can tip your guide by cash or credit card on the day of your trip with us.
A normal tip range is 10-20% of your trip total, but if you feel your guide went above and beyond, then the sky's the limit!
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Additional Information
Our trips go out rain or shine! In the rare event that we have to cancel a trip due to dangerous conditions, you will be notified and receive a full refund.
You may want to print this confirmation for your reference, as cell phone reception can be spotty in the McCarthy area, and only Verizon cell service reliably works.
If you have any questions, please visit our FAQ page.

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