Matanuska Glacier Family Tour
Overview
It’s not every day you get the chance to hike along the base of a 26-mile-long advancing glacier! Join the original guiding company on the Matanuska, founded over 30 years ago, and explore the awe-inspiring beauty of one of Alaska's most accessible glaciers on foot with NOVA’s new Family Glacier Tour—perfect for all ages!
Our expert guides will tailor the experience to your abilities, ensuring that everyone from kids to grandparents enjoys a memorable and fun adventure on the Matanuska Glacier.
This relaxed-paced tour offers the ideal way to share the beauty of Alaska’s glaciers with your whole family. You’ll be outfitted with the necessary gear and transported by vehicle to the glacier’s terminus at the edge of the park. From there, our guides will lead you through the rocky fields of the massive terminal moraine, all the way to the stunning 'Ice Falls.' Be sure to stop by the on-site coffee shop to warm up and unwind after your adventure.
What's Included
- Shuttle transportation to and from activity.
- Helmet, boots & boot spikes
- Professional tour guide
- Matanuska Glacier Park entrance fee: Teens (13-16): $25 , Adults (17+): $45 , Alaska Residents, Military and Seniors (65+): $30
- Gratuity for Guide
Meeting Location
Glenn Highway
Glacier View, AK 99674, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Discover the wonders of Matanuska Glacier on this unforgettable family tour!
Begin your adventure with a full gear outfitting, then enjoy a comfortable ride as you’re transported by vehicle to the glacier’s terminus at the park’s edge. From there, your expert guide will lead you across the rugged rock fields of the terminal moraine and into the stunning 'Ice Falls' area of the Matanuska Glacier.
Marvel at the striking spire formations (seracs) as the glacier’s dense ice cascades over the submerged rock below, creating natural towers. At the base of the Ice Falls, enjoy views of a pristine lake—the source of the powerful Matanuska River flowing downstream.
As you explore, your guide will share fascinating insights about glacier formation, the surrounding environment, and the dynamic geology that shapes this incredible landscape. Along the way, you may encounter deep crevasses, flowing moulins, and an ever-changing terrain. Don’t forget to hydrate—there’s even the chance to fill your bottle with fresh glacier water!
After your exploration of the glacier, you'll return to the starting point, having experienced the scale and geology of this stunning natural landscape.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers under 8 yrs, over 75 yrs
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Shoe size: Min US 4M, 5W
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-453454P2
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