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Matanuska Glacier Guided Hiking from Anchorage with Gear Included

Day trips

  • 8h 30m
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

More Than a Glacier Hike — A Personalized Alaska Adventure What sets the tour apart is the experience beyond the glacier itself. Travel in a small group through the spectacular Matanuska Valley, enjoy amazing sceneries along the way, and experience the glacier at a relaxed pace without feeling rushed. Once on the Matanuska Glacier, join an experienced glacier guide to explore brilliant blue ice, fascinating formations, and the ever-changing glacial landscape. With personalized attention, plenty of time for photos, and a friendly local touch, we want you to experience Alaska — not simply visit it. Small group. More personal. More time to explore. More Alaska.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Admission fee
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Booster seat
  • Snacks
  • Spike, Helmet, Jacket, Mitten
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's not

  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Walk on one of Alaska’s most spectacular glaciers! Step onto the breathtaking Matanuska Glacier and experience Alaska from a whole new perspective. Explore brilliant blue ice, dramatic crevasses, towering ice formations, and an ever-changing frozen landscape with an experienced glacier guide. More than just a hike, this is a true Alaska adventure — unforgettable, exhilarating, and absolutely picture-perfect.

    2.3 hAdmission included

  2. Matanuska Valley is one of Alaska’s most spectacular scenic regions, surrounded by the rugged Chugach and Talkeetna Mountains. Carved by ancient glaciers and shaped by the winding Matanuska River, the valley offers breathtaking views of towering peaks, vast forests, and dramatic glacial landscapes. It is also known for its rich agricultural heritage and serves as the scenic gateway to the magnificent Matanuska Glacier.

    Passes by

  3. Palmer is a charming Alaskan town nestled in the beautiful Matanuska Valley, surrounded by the Chugach and Talkeetna Mountains. Known for its rich farming heritage, spectacular mountain scenery, and famous giant vegetables, Palmer offers a wonderful glimpse into Alaska’s small-town life and agricultural history.

    20 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 13 travellers
Operated by
Alaska Porcupine Tours
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

How it compares in Anchorage

  • Its from-price is 13% above the median of the 58 day trips we list in Anchorage.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • 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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