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 - Matanuska Glacier is a valley glacier in the US state of Alaska. At 27 miles long by 4 miles wide, it is the largest glacier accessible by car in the United States. The drive to is approximately 2 hours each direction with 4 hours total along the scenic Glenn Hwy.
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
546 W 4th Ave
West 4th Avenue
We meet all travelers at the Visit Anchorage Log Cabin Visitor Center in Downtown Anchorage. Street parking downtown is limited to 2 hours so we suggest parking at 5th & B Street Garage (420 B St Anchorage, AK), within a 10-minute walking distance of our pickup point.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Travellinggrammynh
May 4, 2025
Once in a lifetime opportunity - Incredible once in a lifetime experience. Didn’t realize until saw photos what we accomplished. No matter your age or ability our tour guide helped all of us to succeed. At 77 years old I enjoyed every minute of the hike as did my daughter and the 2 teens with us. Spectacular views with multiple opportunities for photos.
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Denesia_h
Apr 7, 2025
Best excursion ever! - This was the ABSOLUTE best day! We loved everything about this experience. Our driver Jim was super friendly, knowledgeable, understanding and helpful. The tour was listed on viator with the wrong start time but he was kind enough to wait on us. The drive up was gorgeous, but nothing could have prepared us for the breathtaking experience of actually hiking the glacier under the backdrop of majestic mountains! Our guide on the glacier (the nephew of the owner) was the perfect blend of informative and funny. The glacier itself, with those blues and blacks running through the ice took our breath away. The hike was easy, with plenty of photo opportunities. The snow machine ride back included a fast extra loop to get our adrenalin pumping even more as if the beauty of the day didn't do that enough. Highly highly recommend! 100% worth the money. Plan to tip both your guide and your driver.
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Kali_b
Apr 2, 2025
A great day trip leaving... - A great day trip leaving from downtown Anchorage. Transportation is easy and provided! You will stop at a grocery store on the way to Manatuska for lunch. The glacier is a fun easy hike. The guides are knowledge and a lot of fun! Its a round trip!
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Karen_s
Apr 1, 2025
We had a nice two hour... - We had a nice two hour drive from Anchorage to Matanuska Glacier park. Our knowledge and friendly guide provided interesting trivia on Alaska and recommendations for Anchorage dining options. Instructions for the pick up location and time were easy to follow. We had a 20-minute stop at Palmer to use the restroom and pick up lunch at a chain supermarket. The supermarket had a Starbucks if you needed a cup of coffee. When we first got to Matanuska Glacier park, we first stopped at the gift shop to sign waivers. The building where we met our guide had plenty of restrooms. They had extra snow pants and gloves available if you forgot to bring your own. Our glacier tour was led by a knowledgable and friendly guide. The hike itself was nice and easy, with a little elevation and a few narrow crevasses. The landscape was incredibly beautiful and serene. There were multiple stops for instagram worthy photos. The visit to the glacier was well worth the fee and time. I would do this tour with again if we find ourselves back in Anchorage.
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Kimberley_w
Mar 25, 2025
Amazing experience. - Absolutely amazing. Fantastic scenery. Tour guide was great. He gave us a lot of information. Highly recommended this tour.
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Kenna_s
Mar 14, 2025
Do it! - So much fun and so beautiful!! I was so glad we did this. The scenery was amazing and a very unique experience.
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Mark_s
Mar 5, 2025
Fabulous experience with... - Fabulous experience with very nice people. Wonderful good times. Both glacier guide and travel guide were excellent Thank you
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Chengbin_y
Mar 3, 2025
It was a wonderful trip... - It was a wonderful trip and the glacier mountain was really awesome. The guide was friendly with us and I recommend to other tourists to book this tour.
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Christopher_l
Feb 17, 2025
Immersive Experience on Glacier - Such an amazing opportunity. We first drove to where the glacier was at, while stopping at many scenic spots. Carl, the driver and tour guide, was amazing :) He made sure the group was comfortable and prepared for the glacier hike with clothing preparations. At the glacier itself, we had Johnson who led the hike expedition, where we saw unique ice formations, ice caves, and beautiful snow with the scenic background. The ice slide was amazing. Shoutout to both Johnson and Carl! Highly rec!
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Lily_m
Mar 14, 2025
The company I booked with... - The company I booked with told me less than 24 hours before my booking that it wouldn't go ahead due to the fact that I was the only one that signed up. However, they were quick to get me in with another group doing the same hike and with them, I had an amazing experience! I think they are partner companies so it was no trouble and Lauri was amazing!
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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).