
Walk on ice formations and learn about glacial history
Take a guided trip departing from downtown Anchorage to visit the Matanuska Glacier located north of the city. Travel through scenic areas while listening to informational narration. Meet specialized guides who will provide equipment such as helmets and microspikes and lead you safely onto the glacier to survey its surface and learn about its historical and environmental significance. Walk along its ice formations while understanding its features and impact. Afterward, return to nearby accommodations to have a meal and beverages while viewing the glacier. Your return trip concludes in the city with transport ending near major downtown locations.