Matanuska Glacier Ice Fall Trek

4.4
(10 reviews)

7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Glacier hiking is a fun activity for virtually anyone with the proper equipment and an experienced guide. Explore the hidden treasures of the Matanuska glacier on this 7-hour day trip from Anchorage. Use mountaineering crampons to actually "walk on water" as you hike the glacier with a professional guide. See close-up views of the best accessible features of the glacier including crevasses, seracs, unique ice formations as well as the high point with views of a beautiful ice fall. With round trip transportation, proper instructions, and the equipment necessary you will have a fantastic experience on an actual glacier.

What's Included

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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please look for our silver Mercedes Sprinter van along the curb in front of the Egan Center.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
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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

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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.
  • 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.
Supplied by Planet Earth Adventures, LLC

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Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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