Matanuska Glacier Adventure: Full Day Hiking & Scenic Tour in Alaska

Embark on a full-day guided tour of Alaska’s Matanuska Glacier. Explore the icy expanse, learn about its natural history, and enjoy breathtaking scenery on this adventure-packed experience.

Duration: 8 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Matanuska Glacier - Located in the US state of Alaska, Matanuska Glacier is a valley glacier that stretches 27 miles in length and 4 miles in width, making it the largest glacier in the United States that can be reached by car. The scenic drive along the Glenn Highway takes about 2 hours each way, totaling 4 hours.
    During the winter months, tour…
What's Included
  • Transportation from Downtown Anchorage
  • Expert Glacier Guides
  • Complimentary Bottled Water
  • Assorted Snacks Included
  • Glacier Walking Gear Provided
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Join us for a daylong expedition to Alaska’s majestic Matanuska Glacier, starting with a stress-free pickup from the heart of Anchorage. Our journey of two scenic hours will take us through stunning mountainous terrains. There will be pit stops at local dining spots where you can grab a meal.
When we get to the glacier, our experienced guide will…

Location
509 W 3rd Ave
West 3rd Avenue
Please check in at our new location: 509 W. 3rd Ave, directly across from the Hilton Hotel. Parking is available across the street. Check in at the concierge desk, then wait in our garden or indoor lobby. Please arrive 20 mins before departure. Look for the gray van with a bear!
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Abhishek_s
Dec 28, 2025
Amazing experience - We had a very wonderful experience. Everything from pickup , drive there, guided tour was very well planned. Our driver Corey, and guide Jason were very good. We totally enjoyed. Highly recommend.
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Manuel_d
Dec 26, 2025
What a beautiful place to... - What a beautiful place to visit, an experience I'll never forget. Planing to return next winter.....
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Cheyenne_d
Nov 30, 2025
Genuinely magical - Absolutely amazing in the winter, it was magical! The tour provided incredible views of the landscape on the way in and the guide Petra hiked us all over the glacier and in between crevices in a way more in depth manner than I expected, I was floored by how incredible and immersive it was. Ina our driver and guide until we got to the glacier was fantastic, super knowledgeable and fun, she answered all my numerous curiosities and made sure we saw incredible views along the way. Genuinely the best tour I’ve ever been on and I’ve been on dozens over the years.
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Weisiang_k
Oct 1, 2025
We really like the tour... - We really like the tour and guide is really knowledgeable and friendly!! Highly recommended!!! Will definitely join the tour again next time!
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Gary_d
Sep 6, 2025
Great Tour - The experience is wonderful and both our van driver a glacier guide were very knowledgeable. Be aware that there are some very uneven surfaces so this is not for someone who is not steady on their feet
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Kellye_s
Jul 24, 2025
Fantastic Family Experience - Seeing a glacier up close was truly an experience! Our guide Jacob was very engaging and patient, showing us how to use the spikes and making sure we were comfortable during the tour. He was also very knowledgeable about the glacier and surrounding area. Highly recommend this tour and Jacob
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Easte
Jul 15, 2025
Matanuska Glacier with parents - Shea was wonderful and helpful while navigating the glacier with my elderly parents. Very accommodating and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
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Scott_g
Jul 27, 2025
Glacier hike was... - Glacier hike was amazing!! Loved Sophie's guided hike. Good fun, very knowledgeable and helpful. We were supposed to have 1 hour in Palmer. We only stopped very briefly for a toilet break. Bus driver was ok but very concerned that everyone pays their tips. 2 stops to take a quick photo along the way. We were also told that snacks would be provided which wasn't the case. Overall still a great experience!
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Sheryl_t
Jul 27, 2025
Proceed with caution. - The glacier tour guide was fabulous. She was very informative, kind and warm. Safety was her number one objective and that we had a good time. The tour operator was nonresponsive and and rushed us with shorter stops. Compared to our other excursions that were almost the same price. The transportation was below expectations. This would not be recommended. I would highly recommend the glacial cruises instead. The reason for the review was for the tour operator not for the guides on the glacier. Have fun whatever you choose.!
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Rahulrana_g
Aug 31, 2025
Description is... - Description is inappropriate. Please update description with out palmer. Rest everything is good same package with out palmer is offered at very less price
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From $310
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).