Matanuska Glacier Hiking Day Tour: Explore Impressive Ice Sheets and Deep Crevasses | Small Group Tour
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• Guided by Experts: Uncover the Secrets of Glacier Landscapes and Ecology
• Worry-Free Departure: Includes Hotel Pickup, Entry Fees, and Glacier Gear
Itinerary
Date Availabilities: 9/1/2025 - 4/1/2026
Tour Duration: 8:00-17:00 9 hours
Pick-up: Pick-up service available for hotels in downtown Anchorage, not available for Airbnb, VRBO or Alyeska Resort.
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Itinerary:
Matanuska Glacier is the source of the Matanuska River and the largest glacier in the United States that can be reached by car. The Matanuska Glacier hiking allows you to explore blue-and-white glaciers, impressive ice sheets and deep crevasses for spectacular scenery you'll never forget. All equipment and safety equipment will be provided for this tour.
- 08:00 Departure from the hotel, drive about 2.5 hours to the park. Follow one of our guides on a once-in-a-lifetime excursion from the lodge out to the terminus of the Matanuska Glacier. Guides will narrate the tour, share their knowledge and are more than happy to stop for photos along the way. The tour takes up to 3 hours.
- 17:00 We will be back to the Anchorage Hotel.
Matanuska Glacier
Meeting & Transfer Info
08:00 AM | Anchorage
Hotel Captain Cook 939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501
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08:00 AM | Anchorage
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Anchorage Midtown 3401 A St, Anchorage, AK 99503
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08:00 AM | Anchorage
Hyatt Place Anchorage-Midtown 101 E Tudor Rd, Anchorage, AK 99503
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08:00 AM | Anchorage
Home2 Suites by Hilton Anchorage/Midtown 4700 Union Square Dr, Anchorage, AK 99503
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08:00 AM | Anchorage
Hampton Inn Anchorage 4301 Credit Union Dr, Anchorage, AK 99503
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08:00 AM | Anchorage
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa 401 E 6th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501
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08:00 AM | Anchorage
Hilton Anchorage 500 W 3rd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501
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What’s Included
- Round trip transportation between Anchorage hotels and glacier
- Glacier admission
- Glacier hiking equipment
- Local professional guide services
- Lunch and other expenses for personal reasons
- Optional gratuity: Suggest gratuity, $20/pp (driver and guide), $20/pp (hiking guide)
Special Notes
- Peak season (Dec 18, 2025-Jan 5, 2026; Feb 16-22, 2026)(based on actual service dates, not tour dates): may use 25-seat or larger vehicles.
- Off-peak season: small groups up to 14 guests.
- Professional guide service. A minimum of 4 pax is required.
- If there is any discrepancy between the scheduled times listed in the itinerary and the times announced by the tour guide on site, please follow the tour guide's instructions.
- Small Group Policy: For tours during the shoulder season, we guarantee a group size of no more than 14 guests (excluding "fly-in, drive-out" packages). During peak seasons (e.g., Christmas), larger vehicles with 25 seats or more may be used. Vehicle size is determined based on the specific calendar dates (not the tour duration). Please refer to the published shoulder season and peak season dates in the product description. For example, if you join a 5-day tour starting on December 17 (shoulder season), and December 18–21 fall within the peak season, larger vehicles may be used during those peak dates. Final arrangements are subject to the actual on-site situation.
- Please be prepared for your own hiking equipment, such as sunglasses, hiking boots, spare pair of socks, insulated jacket, snow pants etc.
- Helmets and anti-skate claws are provided free of charge.
- It is strongly recommended that guests purchase travel insurance in advance.
- This is a shared tour, and you may be traveling with other guests who have booked different itineraries. We appreciate your understanding.
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10–15 minutes in advance and ensure the contact number you provided is reachable. Due to traffic conditions and multiple hotel pickups, your patience is appreciated. If you are not present within 10 minutes of the scheduled time and cannot be reached after multiple attempts, it will be considered a voluntary cancellation with no refund or compensation.
- During the trip, if there is a stop for sightseeing, guests are strictly prohibited from standing or lingering in the middle of the road. In the event of a traffic accident or personal injury caused by individual actions, the guest will be solely responsible.
- In the event of force majeure or unforeseen circumstances that threaten the safety of guests or prevent the tour from proceeding as planned, we reserve the right to take appropriate measures. This may include adjusting the itinerary, changing the order of visits, or even canceling part or all of the tour. Related costs are non-refundable. Any additional expenses incurred (such as extra accommodation, transportation, meals, or flight changes) will be the guest's responsibility. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to minimize potential losses due to such events.
- Due to the unpredictable weather in Alaska, the tour guide may adjust the itinerary order as needed to ensure the best possible experience. However, no part of the itinerary will be omitted unless necessary. In the event of forced cancellations, we will offer refunds based on the affected portion of the tour and the actual circumstances. Final interpretation rights belong to the company.
- This tour operates on a join-in/shared group basis and is handled by a local operator. For operational efficiency, the local operator may transfer guests between vehicles during the tour and assign different guides and drivers, while ensuring that all services remain consistent with the agreed standards and itinerary.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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