Private Matanuska Glacier Tour: Small Group

Once-in-a-lifetime bucket list opportunity to explore glacial ice with your group!

Duration

8 Hours

Departure Time:

• Tours generally depart between 7:30 - 8:00 am and return between 4:00-5:00 pm
• Hotel pick-up is available at Anchorage hotel locations only and NOT available for private residences (ie Airbnb or VRBO) or at Alyeska Resort. If staying at one of these locations, our office will reach out to confirm pick up location.
• Your expert guide will contact you between 7:00 AM – 7:15 AM with your exact pick-up time

Rates

Tour Rate starting at $1350 per group + $175 per person

Small Group Tour is designed for groups of up to 6 people.

If your group is larger than 6 people, please book the Large Group tour.

About

The Matanuska Glacier is one of Alaska’s premier destinations. At 27 miles long and 4 miles wide, it is Alaska’s largest glacier accessible by road. Marvel at the ice that formed thousands of years ago high in the Chugach Mountains. It also boasts one of the most accessible areas to walk on of any glaciers in Alaska. Each day is unique due to the dynamic nature of the glacier.

Your day will start with a magnificent scenic drive along the Glenn Highway with stunning mountain vistas and plenty of time for photo stops. Next, we will drive to the toe of the glacier to don our ice cleats and helmets and begin exploring the glacier on foot. We generally spend two hours and walk a total of three miles on the ice. After exploring the glacier we will have lunch at a local eatery with amazing views of the glacier and surrounding scenery. Each tour will be customized to suit your group’s interests. This is a once-in-a-lifetime bucket list opportunity to explore glacial ice!

What's Included

• Explore Alaska’s largest glacier accessible by road.
• Wonderful photo opportunities of the majestic blue glacial ice.
• Services of a professional Alaskan tour guide for just your group!
• Private transportation in a clean and comfortable tour vehicle
• All glacier equipment
• Lunch at local eatery
• Snacks and bottled water
• Hotel pick-up/ drop-off

Please Note

• Our minimum age to join the tour is 5 years old.
• We require 2 guests minimum to operate a tour
• We require that participants wear sturdy, stiff-soled footwear while on this tour

We can't wait to see you soon!

What's Included

• Explore Alaska’s largest glacier accessible by road.
• Wonderful photo opportunities of the majestic blue glacial ice.
• Services of a professional Alaskan tour guide for just your group!
• Private transportation in a clean and comfortable tour vehicle
• All glacier equipment
• Lunch at local eatery
• Snacks and bottled water
• Hotel pick-up/ drop-off

What to Wear

Winter Tour

• Winter at Matanuska Glacier is cold! Search the weather report for "Glacier View, AK" for daily temperatures.
• Wear insulated boots comfortable for walking over snow and ice. Ice cleats will be provided.
• Dress in layers. Wool or polyester base layer. One or more mid-layers. Plus fleece or sweater. Winter parka over top. You can remove any clothing, if necessary, and leave it in our van during the glacier walking portion of the tour. Wear long underwear under comfortable pants OR snow pants on top of pants.
• Winter hat and gloves

Summer Tour

• Summer at Matanuska Glacier can be warm and sunny or cool and wet! Search the weather report for "Glacier View, AK" for daily temperatures. Be prepared for all weather conditions!
• Wear comfortable footwear with good-quality soles. The glacier can be wet with melting ice. Waterproof hiking boots or tall rubber boots are ideal. Ice cleats will be provided.
• Dress in layers. You can remove any extra clothing, if necessary, and leave it in our van during the glacier walking portion of the tour. Usually a cool breeze blows off the glacier. You'll have a chance to assess the weather conditions at the trailhead and decide what to wear or leave in the van.
• Sunglasses are recommended. You might want to wear a baseball cap or winter beanie under your helmet to protect from sun, and wind.

Please Note

• Our minimum age to join the tour is 5 years old.
• We require 2 guests minimum to operate a tour
• We require that participants wear sturdy, stiff-soled footwear while on this tour
• Gratuities for Guides is NOT included in tour cost and is appreciated at the conclusion of the tour. 10% of tour price per person is recommended.