ANCHORAGE
The Anchorage shortlist.
The 10 most popular hiking & trekking tours around Anchorage, with current prices, the operators behind each one, and what to expect on the day.
Guided Matanuska Glacier hike from Anchorage with small groups, safety gear, and a scenic wildlife drive for $325.
“Absolutely brilliant tour! I highly recommend it, particularly for solo travellers. Really good fun with very friendly and knowledgable guides.”
Guided Matanuska Glacier hike with Anchorage van pickup, microspikes and helmets, snacks, and glacier-view lodge lunch options. Max 12.
“Tony was outstanding with facts and humor. I loved his stories especially the bear in the kitchen. Thank You”
Hike Alaska’s largest car-access glacier with spikes, then enjoy the Glenn Highway drive and a quick Palmer food stop from Anchorage.
“We had a nice two hour drive from Anchorage to Matanuska Glacier park. Our knowledge and friendly guide provided interesting trivia on Alaska and recommendations for Anchorage dining options. Instructions for the pick up location and time were easy to follow. We had a 20-minute stop at Palmer to use the restroom and pick up…”
Hike Matanuska Glacier with crampons and snow pants, enjoy Glenn Highway views, then stop in Palmer for local honey, plus a quick wine stop.
“Didn’t care for it. The pictures are misleading as we went in August. So we were walking on black debris. Just walked on rocks. It was not white at all. Wouldn’t recommend in the summer. Probably different in the winter. And, it was over a 2 hr drive there from Anchorage and 2 hour drive…”
All-day guided Matanuska Glacier hike from Anchorage with hotel pickup, included gear and Yaktrax, small group up to 10, about 8 hours.
“Really good and safe trip! I would really recommend this program if you are coming from China and you prefer talking in Chinese during the drive to the glacier.”
A 5-hour guided hike in Chugach State Park near Anchorage with Eagle River wildlife, plant IDs, and snacks included.
“Had the best time with Abe as our guide! A small group (just me, Abe, and Harriet!) but a wonderful trip. Awesome scenery and I even learned a thing or two about birds. Abe was a great guide and attentive to the needs and interests of the group. Fun day all around.”
Full-day Matanuska Glacier hike from Anchorage with ice cleats, a small group, and expert local guiding, plus scenic roundtrip transport.
“The entire experience was one I’ll never forget! Our drivers, Slim and Martha, were so friendly, funny, and engaging. They made the 2 hour journey to the glacier and back feel like nothing! Our glacier guide was incredible as well, and knew so much about the area! Would highly recommend. 10/10.”
A small-group Matanuska Glacier hike with Anchorage pickup options, guided ice walking with clamps, plus scenic overlooks and lunch.
“Great experience!! 100% recommended for those who want to experience a glacier closer. Kelley is a great guy and contributed to the positive experience”
Small-group ridgeline hike in Alaska’s Chugach State Park from Anchorage, with a naturalist guide, included poles, snacks, and 360° views.
“The views were great and the tour guide we had was really cool! We learned a lot about the area around the trail and the city and has a great time doing it. I would definitely recommend this tour to other people.”
Guided hike across Matanuska Glacier from Anchorage with transfers, safety gear, and English narration for a full day on the ice.
