Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting in Anchorage
Anchorage, United States

Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting

Outty Ranking 77 4.9 · 107 traveler reviews8.5 hoursFrom $315

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Outty Ranking

77/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 107 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting worth booking?

Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting is a 8.5-hour experience in Anchorage, United States, from $315 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 107 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
77 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (107)
Duration
8.5 hours
From
$315 per person

Your glacier tour will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Marvel at the beauty of Mother Nature! Along with a sampling of several different locally made Alaskan Honey and wine. Experience the Matanuska Glacier like nev

What you get

    About this experience

    Your glacier tour will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Marvel at the beauty of Mother Nature! Along with a sampling of several different locally made Alaskan Honey and wine. Experience the Matanuska Glacier like never before with our exclusive tour. Unlike other tours, we offer small group sizes, providing a more personalized and intimate adventure. The knowledgeable guides are passionate about sharing the glacier's geological insights, which enrich your experience. Additionally, our tour emphasizes sustainable practices, ensuring minimal environmental impact while preserving the glacier for future generations. With safety as our top priority, we provide top-of-the line equipment and thorough safety briefings, allowing you to explore the glacier confidently. After the trip we will have a sampling of several locally made Alaskan Honey and wines! Join us for a truly unforgettable journey into the heart of Matanuska Glacier!

    What's included

    Included

    • Experienced Glacier Guide
    • Bottled water
    • We also provide snow pants if needed
    • Snacks
    • We include Crampons (over shoe spikes for gripping ice)

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Lunch

    What you'll see and do

    1. Matanuska Glacier

      You will explore one of the most beautiful Valley Glaciers in Alaska with a professional Glacier Guide. Stand in Awe of this magnificent creation, listen to the haunting sounds of the Ice. You will be exposed to a wealth of knowledge including glaciology and geology as you learn about the glaciers formation and history. As you traverse the glacier, you will encounter towering ice walls, deep crevasses, and mesmerizing blue ice formations. This tour is great for all ages, but dress warm, especially in winter

      240 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Glenn Highway

      Glenn Highway National Scenic Byway Runs parallel to the paths carved by the Matanuska Glacier, the Glenn Highway makes it possible to trace the glaciers that formed this area, and provides some of the most accessible glacier-viewing in the state, as well as amazing geological formations.

      240 minutes here

    3. Palmer

      Enjoy the town of Palmer with its beautiful mountains. We will make a quick stop at a local grocery here so you can grab some coffee and munchies for lunch after your glacier tour

      30 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Anchorage

    Curbside in front of the Egan Center

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Curbside in front of the Egan Center

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 14 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    White Raven Tours

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

    Winter at the GlacierSummer time on the glacierLearning about the 21,000 old ice.Awesome ice formations for you to seeHiking the glacierGlacier in the Winter

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 106 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    6 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Physical effort

    5 mentions

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Traveler reviews

    106 verified traveler reviews for Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    elizabethoV8783PL · August 2026

    Amazing 😍

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful Matanuska Glacier Experience! What an incredible experience! From beginning to end, our trip to Matanuska Glacier was wonderful. Our tour driver, Christ, was exceptional—kind, professional, entertaining, and very informative. He made the drive enjoyable and shared so much interesting information along the way. His friendly personality and professionalism made us feel comfortable and well taken care of throughout the trip. Our glacier hiking guide, Lena, was absolutely amazing! She is a strong and experienced hiker, but what impressed me most was her passion and patience. For those of us hiking on ice for the first time, she explained everything clearly, helped us feel confident, and was always attentive and encouraging. You could tell that she genuinely loves what she does. Walking on Matanuska Glacier was already an unforgettable experience, but having Christ and Lena as part of the adventure made it even more special. I felt safe, informed, and able to truly enjoy every moment. Highly recommended—especially for first-time glacier hikers! Thank you, Christ and Lena, for helping make my Alaska adventure so memorable! 🏔️🧊❤️

    via Tripadvisor

    Stella_O · August 2026

    A sweet way to enjoy Alaska

    This experience met our expectations. Our guide, Kris, was knowledgeable & shared stories about life growing up in Alaska. Glacier hike was super fun, along with delicious local honey, wine, and of course - coffee! Moose sighting was an added treat.

    via Viator

    Sarah_H · August 2026

    Great experience from the...

    Great experience from the drive through the mountains to the yummy honey tastings. This exceeded my expectations

    via Viator

    Shahnaz_P · July 2026

    New experience

    The guide was great and this was our first time. We enjoyed thoroughly. We collected some water from the glacier too😍

    via Viator

    davecL7777XK · June 2026

    Glacial hike at Matanuska!

    We had an incredible time on this tour and guided hike from White Raven Tours. Joan did a wonderful job with Alaskan history and her cultural knowledge during the drive to the glacier. Her love for Alaska is very apparent. Hiking on the glacier is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Our guide Chris was amazing especially if you are interested in any of the science behind glaciers. The local honey and wine was an added treat that set this tour apart from other operators.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    37
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 77

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)63
    Booking momentum (14% weight)57
    Value for money (12% weight)72
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)59
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Anchorage.

    How much does Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting cost?

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    Prices start at $315 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Anchorage usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting take?

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    Plan for about 8.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Anchorage is not rushed.

    Is Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 107 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Anchorage, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting?

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    Around 37 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Anchorage can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Anchorage and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Anchorage within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Anchorage?

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    Anchorage is the staging point for glacier cruises out of Whittier and Seward, Denali flightseeing, wildlife conservation centre visits, dog sledding and northern lights chases in winter. Long transfer times make itinerary honesty essential. On Outty we rank every Anchorage experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include PRISTINE - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience in Anchorage, Anchorage Trolley's Deluxe City Tour, Anchorage Trolley's 1-Hour City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Anchorage?

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    June to August for glaciers, September to March for aurora. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Anchorage?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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