Alaska
Glacier Tours, Ice Climbing and Adventure Trips
Just
two hours from Anchorage on the spectacular Matanuska
Glacier
No
experience needed ~ Great for families ~ A true Alaskan
Adventure
Join
MICA Guides for a unique Alaskan adventure, just two
hours from Anchorage! Discover glacier hiking, trekking
and ice climbing on the spectacular Matanuska Glacier.
Whether you're a first time visitor to a glacier or
seeking an introduction to the vertical world of ice
and mountaineering, we have an adventure for you!
Tours,
treks and adventures from 1 1/2 hours to 3 days long
Bring
your family or friends for a fun day trekking on the
blue ice of the glacier; explore crevasses, pools,
towering ice formations and hidden lakes. Just about
anyone can enjoy glacier treks with our experienced
guides.
Or
try out the challenging and exciting sport of ice
climbing. The Matanuska is a great training ground
to learn the art and technical skills of climbing
vertical ice, in the warm comfort of summer!
Glacier
Hiking
Glacier
hiking is for virtually everyone! With proper equipment
and an experienced guide, explore the hidden treasures
of the Matanuska Glacier. Trips depart at 10 am
and 2 pm daily. Special group hiking times are
available.
The
Ice Fall Trek
Our
most popular hike, featuring close-up views of crevasses,
seracs and unique ice formations. With the use of
crampons, you'll enjoy the unique experience of trekking
to a high point on the glacier which overlooks the
ice fall. The glacier is in a constant state of change,
and your guide can point out various features as you
navigate the intense surface. This is sure to be an
unforgettable experience. No experience necessary.
Cost:
$70.00 per person plus entry into Glacier Park, 2
person minimum.
Traveling alone? If we can't add you to a
group, you can still enjoy this trip for $100.
Length: Approximately 3 hours.
We Provide: All hiking gear, including crampons
and a helmet.
You Bring: Hiking Boots, a day pack, sunglasses,
sunscreen, gloves and rain gear. (We have hiking boots
available for you to borrow.)
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