Anchorage
The ice days from Anchorage: Matanuska hikes with crampons on the glacier itself, Portage cruises to the calving face and the 26-glacier day through Prince William Sound. Alaska’s ice is commuting distance here; the tours pick your proximity.
Discover Alaska’s wild side on this full-day tour from Anchorage, featuring wildlife encounters, glaciers, scenic viewpoints, and expert-guided photo tips.
Most Popular“Philip was a great guide- very knowledgeable and personable. Excellent day trips from Anchorage! Saw wildlife and learned a lot about the area.”
Discover Alaska’s wildlife, glaciers, and rainforest on a 4.5-hour guided tour from Anchorage. See bears, belugas, and glaciers with expert insight.
“It was easy and you could relax and learn about Alaskas changing landscape. What was great was he planned out bathroom stops without us asking for it.”
Discover Alaska’s stunning Matanuska Glacier on a guided hike outside Anchorage. Experience breathtaking views, wildlife sightings, and expert-led safety—great value for nature lovers.
“The Matanuska Glacier Hike was truly unforgettable—especially for us coming from the Philippines, where glaciers are unheard of. Being up close to the ice was surreal. Our guide, Hunter, was incredibly knowledgeable and made sure everyone felt safe while sharing fascinating insights about Alaska’s history…”
Experience the breathtaking Matanuska Glacier with a guided hike from Anchorage. Enjoy expert guides, stunning vistas, and a full day of adventure for $309.
“Best tour we’ve been on during our whole trip, and one of the best I’ve ever been on! Lori was our guide, and she also owns the company, so it felt very special. You can tell how much she loves the outdoors by the energy…”
Discover Alaska’s stunning wildlife, Portage Glacier, and scenic drives on this 5.5-hour guided tour from Anchorage, perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
“Fabulous experience. What a great way to spend a day in Alaska. Matt was so knowledgeable and really provided a great experience.!! Highly Recommend!!”
Discover Anchorage's wilderness with this small-group Glacier View & Wildlife tour, featuring glacier walks, wildlife encounters, scenic drives, and local charm.
“The tour was informative, Brooks was a knowledgeable guide and the views were spectacular! However, the transportation (basically a shuttle van) was extremely uncomfortable and is the main reason for the rating. There were 10 of us on the van and my husband and I…”
Discover Alaska’s glaciers and wildlife on this full-day tour from Anchorage, featuring boat cruises, wildlife conservation, and mountain vistas for an unforgettable experience.
“You must try the rain deer polish at the animal conservatory after watching the awesome animals. And dive into a steaming bowl of clam chowder at the portage lake gift shop. Cheyenne was a great tour guide for the day.”
Experience Alaska’s stunning glaciers and wildlife on this full-day tour from Anchorage, combining scenic coach travel with an up-close glacier cruise.
“Perfect taste of Alaska! The bus driver, guide William was super knowledgeable and friendly sharing stories on the way up to Whittier. Beautiful drive as well! The boat ride was unbelievable, so many wonderful sights. The staff were super helRead more”
Experience Alaska’s stunning glaciers and abundant wildlife on a 7.5-hour Kenai Fjords cruise from Seward, with expert guides, good food, and memorable sights.
“We saw so many animals. It was an incredible experience.”
Discover Alaska's stunning Matanuska Glacier on a full-day guided tour from Anchorage, combining scenic drives, glacier hikes, and local culture for an unforgettable experience.
“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…”
Experience a scenic helicopter flight and exhilarating dog sledding on Punchbowl Glacier, led by expert mushers. A memorable Alaska adventure.
“We chose this trip based on feedback available on Viator. I did not have safe trip. The base camp team were excellent, very supportive and took utmost care. The helicopter ride was good. At the glacier, the musher Whitney and Lucas were very warm &…”
Experience the stunning glaciers and wildlife of Alaska on a small-group tour from Anchorage, featuring boat cruises, wildlife centers, and scenic viewpoints.
“I booked this small group tour instead of the large group excursions offered during our cruise. There were just 4 of us (we traveled with 2 friends). Christina was incredibly flexible with the itinerary. We had tickets on the first glacier boat trip of the…”
Experience breathtaking views of glaciers and mountains on a private helicopter tour from Girdwood, including a walk on ancient ice—an unforgettable Alaskan adventure.
“My daughter and I had a lifetime experience taking this helicopter_ glacier landing tour.I will never forget the scenery around and walking on the glaciers for a while! Scott, our pilot was excellent!”
Discover Alaska’s largest accessible glacier on this guided winter tour from Anchorage, featuring scenic drives, glacier walks, and local dining.
“Incredible experience!! One of the most unique and cool excursions I have ever done, definitely the highlight of our trip to Anchorage. Our guide was Tim, and he was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. We felt completely safe and in good hands. He provided some really…”
Discover Alaska’s stunning glaciers and wildlife on the self-drive 26 Glacier Tour from Anchorage, including a scenic boat cruise and flexible exploration.
“The beauty of the glaciers was amazing! But to get up close and to see and hear the calving was phenomenal! The crew and our guide Zoe were delightful and informative. Wish I could do it again!”
Glaciers at commuting distance and sled dogs in training.