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15 Best Anchorage Glacier Tours

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.

1.Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

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★ 5.0

“Hunter was personable, knowledgeable, and made the wildlife refuge, Turnagain Arm, and glacier tour both fun and educational. He even taught us new smartphone camera tricks that made our photos incredible. A great experience, well worth the time!”

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3.Glacier Hike on Matanuska Glacier – Best Vacation Value

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.

★ 5.0

“Great. Bring gloves! Patrick was great. Experience awesome. Bring gloves. Not for the timid or elderly.”

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4.Matanuska Glacier Hike Day Tour

Experience the breathtaking Matanuska Glacier with a guided hike from Anchorage. Enjoy expert guides, stunning vistas, and a full day of adventure for $309.

★ 5.0

“The Matanuska Glacier hike was a great experience! Tony our driver and Shay our guide were the best. I would definitely recommend this trip!”

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5.Portage Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Explorer Tour

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.

★ 5.0

“Very informative as well as entertaining. The two most important Alaskan experience is rolled into one - glazier and wild life! Matthew is accommodating and knowledgeable also. Everyone visiting Alaska should do this lifetime experience.”

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6.Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

Discover Anchorage's wilderness with this small-group Glacier View & Wildlife tour, featuring glacier walks, wildlife encounters, scenic drives, and local charm.

★ 5.0

“Our tour guide, Christopher, was fantastic! He went above and beyond, even planning around the weather so we could soak in all the beauty of Alaska. We had such a great time and would happily tour with him again. Truly an amazing experience from start…”

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7.Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage

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.

★ 5.0

“We were the only ones in the tour that day and had a great time! Johnny and Deb were amazing hosts and even squeezed in a few extra stops! Weather was not the best that day but we had a great cruise to see the…”

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8.26 Glacier Cruise and Coach from Anchorage, AK

Experience Alaska’s stunning glaciers and wildlife on this full-day tour from Anchorage, combining scenic coach travel with an up-close glacier cruise.

★ 4.5

“Just gorgeous. Nice leisurely cruise, great in any weather. Stunning views, terrific park ranger input. Tons of photo opportunities. Great staff. By the way, the meal is yummy and they have free coffee throughout the trip.”

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9.Seward: Kenai Fjords National Park Extended Glacier Cruise

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.

★ 4.9

“Captain Gary and his crew were wonderful!!! Knowledgeable, friendly and fun. The day was filled with amazing things to see- whales, otters, seals, puffins, glaciers. Would do this trip in a heartbeat. Thanks!!”

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10.Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

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.

★ 5.0

“Lots of fun hiking up and around the glacier. The tour guide was fairly knowledgeable and the views of the glacier was extraordinary. My wife and I were joined by two other hikers, appreciated the small group.”

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11.Summer Glacier Dogsledding Tour from Girdwood

Experience a scenic helicopter flight and exhilarating dog sledding on Punchbowl Glacier, led by expert mushers. A memorable Alaska adventure.

★ 5.0

“It was a great experience! Don't miss out! Highly recommend. Got to play with the puppies and learn about the dogs training program during the summer and winter.”

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12.Glacier & Wildlife Discovery Tour

Experience the stunning glaciers and wildlife of Alaska on a small-group tour from Anchorage, featuring boat cruises, wildlife centers, and scenic viewpoints.

★ 5.0

“leaving from Anchorage took us about 1 1/2 - 2 hours driving, our tour guide stops on the most incredible views trough out the road to the Portage Glacier while there a boat took us right in front of the glacier while you there you…”

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13.Glacier Landing Tour from Girdwood

Experience breathtaking views of glaciers and mountains on a private helicopter tour from Girdwood, including a walk on ancient ice—an unforgettable Alaskan adventure.

★ 5.0

“Probably in the top 5 coolest things we have EVER done! If you only do 1 "expensive" thing while in Alaska, this should be it.”

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14.Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour

Discover Alaska’s largest accessible glacier on this guided winter tour from Anchorage, featuring scenic drives, glacier walks, and local dining.

★ 5.0

“Amazing!!! Absolutely insanely beautiful! The whole trip we got fed information left and right which made us really appreciate the hike!”

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More Anchorage Glacier Tours

5.0Wildlife Conservation Center & Portage Valley Glaciers4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$119.00 4.8From Whittier: Glacier Quest Cruise with Onboard Lunch4 - 11 hours$195 5.0Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$310.00 4.9From Anchorage: Matanuska Glacier Full-Day Tour10 hours$329 4.9From Anchorage: Wilderness, Wildlife, & Glacier Experience6 hours$242 5.0All Day Matanuska Glacier Hike from Anchorage8 hours (approx.)$329.00 4.8From Anchorage: Portage Glacier and Wildlife Full-Day Tour8 hours$229 5.0Anchorage: Knik Glacier Helicopter Tour with Landing1 hour$522 5.0Matanuska Glacier Summer Tour8 hours (approx.)$376.05 5.0Prince William Sound Tour with Glacier Landing from Girdwood1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$769.00 5.0Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion8 hours (approx.)$319.00 4.7Anchorage: Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike and Tour8 hours$369 5.0Glacier Blue Kayak & Grandview Tour11 hours (approx.)$415.00 5.0Matanuska Glacier Hiking Adventure7 to 8 hours (approx.)$347.00 4.7Anchorage: Matanuska Glacier Hike with Transfers8 hours$329 5.0Matanuska Glacier Family Tour3 hours$115 5.0Anchorage: Grand Knik Glacier Helicopter Tour with Landings2 hours$761 4.5Anchorage: Wildlife Conservation Center & Portage Valley4 hours$119 5.0Glacier Blue Kayaking Knik Glacier Day Tour from Anchorage9 hours (approx.)$599.00 4.5Matanuska Glacier Winter Hike And Tour – Full Day7 to 8 hours (approx.)$310.00 5.0From Anchorage: Matanuska Glacier Winter Tour with Lunch8 hours$354 5.0Private Scenic Turnagain Arm Glacier Tour from Anchorage6 hours (approx.)$350.00 4.8Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Honey, Wine Tasting8.5 hours$310 5.0Matanuska Glacier Adventure Trek6 hours$225

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Glaciers at commuting distance and sled dogs in training.