Escape Anchorage and explore Alaska's wild side with personalized visits to Chugach National Forest, Beluga Point, and Portage Glacier. Encounter majestic wildlife and stunning glaciers on an unforgettable small-group adventure.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a moderate level of fitness to handle uneven terrain and walking over varied surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Portage Glacier was a major point of interest during the Alaska Railroad expansion and remains significant to local indigenous communities.
Conservation
Efforts in the area focus on protecting sensitive wildlife habitats and promoting sustainable tourism to minimize ecological impact.
PicTours America
Escape Anchorage and explore Alaska's wild side with personalized visits to Chugach National Forest, Beluga Point, and Portage Glacier. Encounter majestic wildlife and stunning glaciers on an unforgettable small-group adventure.
PicTours America is an Anchorage, Alaska–based tour operator specializing in small-group outdoor adventures and curated city experiences. The company offers guided excursions that range from nighttime Aurora viewing to glacier travel, dog sledding at a champion musher’s training compound, and coastal eBike outings along Anchorage’s most scenic trails. PicTours America runs Northern Lights trips to the Matanuska Valley, dog sledding and mushing experiences at MARTIN BUSER’s training compound, and an Epic Glacier Hike from Anchorage guided by top crew using professional equipment and safe practices.
In addition to Alaska wilderness tours, PicTours America presents city and cultural tours in Phoenix, including Discover Phoenix!, the Happy Cactus Tour to tribal reservations and Apache Trail, and a Phoenix City & Shopping Tour featuring Arizona Mills Mall outlets. Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience itineraries explore Chugach National Forest, Beluga Point, and Portage Glacier with flexible routes to maximize wildlife viewing.
Tours emphasize safety and comfort through professional guides, provided safety gear where required, and structured itineraries with local pickup options from Anchorage when applicable. The Dog Sledding & Mushing trip identifies an affiliation with Martin Buser’s training compound; the glacier hike notes top crews and safest practices. PicTours America combines local route knowledge with hands-on guiding for travelers seeking guided Alaskan outdoor adventures and curated Phoenix city experiences.
Tours Offered
8
Alaska and Phoenix experiences
Small Groups
Small-group tours
Personalized, flexible itineraries
Anchorage Base
Anchorage, Alaska
Local departures and pickups available
Seasonal
Varies by tour
Schedules change with conditions
Check availability for PicTours America excursions and reserve a guided Northern Lights, glacier, dog sledding, eBike, or Phoenix city tour today.
Bring layered clothing
Alaskan weather can change quickly; layering helps you stay comfortable throughout your tour.
Use binoculars for wildlife spotting
Bring binoculars to enhance your view of distant bears and marine life safely.
Prepare for uneven terrain
Wear sturdy, waterproof hiking boots as some trails can be muddy or rocky near the glacier.
Carry a reusable water bottle
Hydration is important while exploring; fresh water is available so you can refill often.
Waterproof hiking boots
Needed for navigating wet and rocky trails safely.
Layered clothing
Adapt to rapidly changing weather conditions with easy-to-remove layers.
Binoculars
Enhances wildlife and distant glacier viewing.
Camera with zoom lens
Capture stunning landscapes and wildlife moments.