Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion
Overview
The Matanuska Glacier is the largest and most magnificent glacier in Alaska with road access. We will drive you to within about 1/2 mile of the face of the glacier, where we'll start our hike. We'll be hiking on the glacier for two to two and a half hours, and walk about 2 to 3 miles. There is little elevation change, and the hike difficulty is rated as moderate.
The glacier is about a two-hour drive from Anchorage. We will stop about half way there for a restroom break, where you will also have the opportunity to purchase coffee and whatever you'd like to have to eat while we're out. Bottled water is provided.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Available at our half-way stop in the morning.
- Use of Microspikes for traction while on the glacier.
- Gratuities for your guide on the glacier are included.
- Pictures from your guide. Any photos we take will be made available to you free of charge.
- Lunch We'll stop on our way to the glacier, where guests will be able to purchase lunch. There is a cooler onboard the van to keep food fresh while we're on the glacier.
Meeting and Pickup
We will be in contact the day before your tour to confirm your reservation, pickup location and pickup time. We will arrive in a silver Ford van or black Chevy van. If you're not at a hotel, we can meet you at the Fred Meyer store at 1000 E Northern Lights in Anchorage, or 13401 Old Glenn in Eagle River. Pickup MAY be available at Airbnbs in the Anchorage area. Please check with us when you have the address if this applies to you. **Pickup is NOT available at the Alyeska Resort**
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Available at our half-way stop in the morning.
- Use of Microspikes for traction while on the glacier.
- Gratuities for your guide on the glacier are included.
- Pictures from your guide. Any photos we take will be made available to you free of charge.
- Lunch. We'll stop on our way to the glacier, where guests will be able to purchase lunch. There is a cooler onboard the van to keep food fresh while we're on the glacier.
The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeAvailable at our half-way stop in the morning.
- Use of Microspikes for traction while on the glacier.
- Gratuities for your guide on the glacier are included.
- Pictures from your guide. Any photos we take will be made available to you free of charge.
- LunchWe'll stop on our way to the glacier, where guests will be able to purchase lunch. There is a cooler onboard the van to keep food fresh while we're on the glacier.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
