Matanuska Glacier Ice Fall Trek
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.
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Matanuska Glacier Ice Fall Trek
What's included in Matanuska Glacier Ice Fall Trek
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Matanuska Glacier
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.
Inclusions
- 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
- 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.
- No Refunds under 72 hours. This activity is operated in partnership with MICA guides.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please look for our silver Mercedes Sprinter van along the curb in front of the Egan Center.
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Ticket Redemption
NO CANCELLATIONS UNDER 72-HOURS FOR THIS TOUR. NOTE: The standard VIATOR 24 hour cancellation policy does not apply for this product. No refunds if canceled 72 hours or less. Leaving a phone message or sending a text or email to us does not constitute a cancellation. No exceptions! PLEASE READ: • No experience needed. Minimum age: 10 years (No Exceptions) • Not recommended for pregnant women. • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions • Not recommended for participants with back problems. • Participants should know their limitations. This hike requires that you walk 2-3 miles. • This hike is rated: EASY/MODERATE • Lunch is NOT included on your tour. We provide light snacks and water. • If you need to cancel your tour, please read cancellation policy. We CANNOT cancel the tour on your behalf since you booked this tour online through Viator. Please don't call us but contact Viator if you need to cancel the tour. • Standard VIATOR cancellation policy DOES NOT apply to this tour. If you need to cancel this tour, notification must be made in writing via email to [email protected]. No cancellations will be accepted 72 hours prior to the tour. • This activity goes rain or shine. WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING: • Hiking boots that come over the back of your ankle, if you don’t own a pair we have some available for your use! • A small backpack with room for gear, if you don’t have one we have some available for you to use! • Sunglasses (it can get very bright at the glacier on sunny days) • Sunscreen • Heavy Snacks (lunch is NOT included and we do not stop for lunch) • Bottled Water • Gloves • Warm hat • Warm Layers (no cotton) • Rain Gear (even if its not raining. This activity goes rain or shine) • Long Pants Planet Earth Adventures (907) 717-9666 Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time
