moderate
6–8 hours
Participants should be in good physical condition to handle snowmobiling, hiking on glaciers, and paddling kayaks.
Experience a thrilling private glacier snowmobile tour with Alaska Backcountry Access near Anchorage. Explore frozen lakes, ice tunnels, and kayak by glacier face on this unforgettable Alaskan adventure.
Located in the wild landscape around Anchorage, Alaska, Alaska Backcountry Access offers an extraordinary private adventure that combines snowmobiling, glacier trekking, jet boating, and kayaking. This experience showcases the rugged beauty of Alaska’s backcountry, giving visitors an immersive way to explore the iconic glaciers and frozen lakes surrounding the area. The tours depart from Anchorage, providing access to remote ice tunnels, secret glacial lakes, and shimmering icebergs, all framed by Alaska’s vast wilderness.
What sets Alaska Backcountry Access apart is its intimate, private group approach and exceptional local guides like Andy and Shani, whose knowledge and dedication ensure every guest feels safe and inspired. The guides come fully prepared with quality gear such as snow pants, boots, gloves, and helmets, so visitors can focus on enjoying the adventure without worrying about the elements. The snowmobiles are beginner-friendly yet powerful enough for more experienced riders, allowing everyone to explore comfortably.
The trip highlights include snowmobiling across frozen lakes to reach spectacular glaciers, exploring ice tunnels with suspended minerals in the walls, experiencing thrilling jet boat rides on Alaskan rivers, and paddling up close to glaciers by kayak. This combination of high-adrenaline and serene moments offers a unique balance that few other tours achieve.
Anchorage serves as the gateway to this wilderness, a city surrounded by towering mountains and accessible glacial landscapes. The area is home to diverse wildlife, including juvenile eagles frequently sighted soaring close during tours. The glaciers themselves are part of Alaska’s dynamic environment, constantly shifting and creating hidden lakes and alcoves that few travelers get to witness.
Alaska Backcountry Access is not just a tour operator but a key part of the local outdoor community, providing responsible access to these sensitive natural areas. Their commitment to safety, sustainability, and personalized service makes this tour a standout choice for anyone visiting Anchorage and seeking an unforgettable Alaskan adventure.
Temperatures can be frigid on the glacier; multiple layers help adapt to changing conditions.
Essential for keeping hands and feet dry and warm during snowmobiling and kayaking.
Safety briefings and navigation tips are key to enjoying the snowmobile and boating sections safely.
Cold temperatures drain batteries faster; keep spares handy to capture stunning glacier landscapes.
Glaciers around Anchorage have shaped local indigenous cultures and continue to be vital to the region's ecosystem.
Alaska Backcountry Access operates with a strong commitment to minimizing environmental impact and preserving fragile glacier ecosystems.
Protects from cold and wind during snowmobiling and glacier exploration.
winter specific
Keeps hands warm and dry when handling snowmobiles and kayaks.
winter specific
Protect eyes from glare reflecting off snow and ice.
all specific
Allows easy adjustment to temperature changes throughout the day.
all specific