Glacier hiking is for virtually everyone! With proper equipment and an experienced guide, explore the hidden treasures of the Matanuska Glacier.

No experience needed for Glacier Hiking, Trekking or Ice Climbing.

You'll use mountaineering crampons to "walk on water" as you explore the glacier with your guide.

For the extra-adventurous, try a beginner's ice-climbing day trip, with experienced guides teaching you ice-climbing basics. All the gear you need is supplied.

The Glacier Hike is designed for family fun and ages 6-86 (more or less). Discover Glacier Hiking and the natural history of the Matanuska Glacier. This trip is a great overview and photo opportunity for the family. If you are able to spend 3 hours or so hiking at a leisurely pace, consider the Ice Fall Trek for a more complete glacier experience.

Our most popular glacier trip, featuring closeup views of crevasses, seracs and unique ice formations as well as getting up to a high point on the glacier which overlooks the ice fall. This is sure to be an unforgettable experience.

This trip is designed for beginners but we can make the challenge suitable for just about everyone. No experience needed. We start out teaching you the basics on moderate slopes and by the end of the day you'll be scaling vertical walls of ice!

Summertime at the Matanuska Glacier is an excellent time to try the vertical world of ice climbing. Our step by step approach ensures professional instruction in the art and technical aspects of ice climbing. You can get started without any prior climbing or trekking experience.

You begin on moderate ice slopes and later use your skills to explore the glacier and challenge yourself on more vertical walls. Trips will accommodate different skill levels so bring the whole family. You do not need to be a super athlete to enjoy this adventure. We'll teach you the techniques, which are more important than brute strength. If you can climb a ladder, you can ice climb! Tons of fun, fantastic photo opportunities and a great Alaskan adventure.