Overview
Mornings at Spencer Glacier are the most serene & consistently magnificent time to paddle. Kayak around icebergs and up close to the Spencer Glacier terminus face. Hike onto the glacier moraine and get up close to the blue wall of ice.
Enjoy two Alaska Railroad Trains: The Coastal Classic & the Glacier Discovery Train, traveling thru the most scenic Grandview & Tunnels sections of the AK Railroad.
The total iceberg kayak paddle distance is approximately 4 miles. Please let us know your experience level so that we can tailor your Alaskan glacier kayak tour to your party’s ability & ambition. Minimum of 2 guests needed to book.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Mobile ticket
What's included
AK Railroad Tickets (Roundtrip)
Snacks
Kayaking gear (paddle, spray skirt, and splash jacket)
Lunch
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
6:15 AM - Start from the Anchorage Downtown Train Station.
Your Chugach Adventures Guides will meet you on the train at 8 AM, in Girdwood.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Spencer Glacier
8 hours
6:45 AM – Coastal Classic departs Anchorage
8:05 AM – Coastal Classic departs Girdwood
9 AM – Arrive at Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM – KAYAK Tour on Spencer Lake.
1:00 PM – Lunch
2 PM – Scenic Train Ride to Grandview thru the Upper Placer River Gorge Canyon (The Most Scenic Section of the AK Railroad)
5:15 PM – Arrive in Portage and board motorcoach back to starting location
5:45 PM – Return arrival to Girdwood
6:45 PM – Return arrival to Anchorage
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (America/Anchorage).
Additional Information
- Max Weight - 240 lbs and Max Height - 6'3". We can provide a raft lake tour for guests that don't meet weight and height restrictions and provide the same tour by raft.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Glacier Blue Kayak & Grandview Tour
Can I cancel Glacier Blue Kayak & Grandview Tour for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 11 hours.
Where does it start?
6:15 AM - Start from the Anchorage Downtown Train Station. Your Chugach Adventures Guides will meet you on the train at 8 AM, in Girdwood.
What's included?
- AK Railroad Tickets (Roundtrip)
- Snacks
- Kayaking gear (paddle, spray skirt, and splash jacket)
- Lunch
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Chugach Adventures
