Knik Glacier Off Roading and Hiking
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
The Knik Glacier off-roading and hiking tour stands out because it combines two adventures in one—an exciting ride through true Alaskan wilderness in a specially modified Jeep, followed by an up-close hike to one of the state’s most dynamic and impressive glaciers. Unlike crowded trails elsewhere, the Knik area is remote, quiet, and constantly changing, with shifting icebergs, bright blue melt pools, and dramatic mountain views that make every visit unique. Guests get the thrill of rugged off-road travel, the beauty of glacier trekking, and unforgettable photo opportunities—all without needing technical skills—creating an authentic, immersive Alaska experience you won’t find on other tours.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hiking Cleats
Itinerary
we pick up all customers from Anchorage
Strap in! Our custom-built Jeep will take us across a rough off-road trail as we adventure toward the spectacular Knik Glacier.
The Knik Glacier offers one of Alaska’s most spectacular wilderness experiences. After an exciting off-road ride to the trailhead, we set out on foot across open tundra, braided riverbeds, and glacial moraine. The landscape shifts with every step—towering ice walls, deep blue crevasses, drifting icebergs, and the echoing crack of moving ice. This hike is moderately challenging but incredibly rewarding. Along the way, you’ll walk close to ancient ice that’s thousands of years old, feel the cool glacier breeze, and see colors of blue you didn’t know existed. The closer we get, the more dramatic the scenery becomes: shimmering ice fields, crystal-clear melt pools, and panoramic mountain views. It’s not just a hike—it’s an immersion into Alaska’s raw, powerful nature. Perfect for adventure seekers and anyone wanting a front-row look at one of the state’s most impressive glaciers.
Customer Drop off
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
5.0
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Ratings come from 12 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Alaska Horizon Adventure
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- bumpy rdies.
How it compares in Anchorage
- Its from-price is 37% above the median of the 58 day trips we list in Anchorage.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 31 of 58.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Anchorage
Anchorage is Alaska's largest city, set on Cook Inlet beneath the Chugach Mountains, with coastal trails, wildlife and long summer daylight.
Anchorage sits between Cook Inlet and the Chugach Mountains in south-central Alaska, and it is the state's largest city. It began as a railway construction camp in 1915, and the Good Friday earthquake of 1964, among the strongest ever recorded, reshaped it; Earthquake Park marks the story. The Anchorage Museum covers art, history and science, and the Alaska Native Heritage Center presents the state's Indigenous cultures.
Top-ranked sights in Anchorage: Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Earthquake Park, Lake Hood.
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