Tours & Activities in Anchorage

Our tour runs on an asphalt bike path through the Chugach State Park with views of the Turnagain Arm and its 6,000 foot tall mountains. The area is known for its 40-foot tide changes and Tidal Bore waves that are unique to this area of Alaska, and are not commonly found elsewhere throughout the world. We follow the same path as the Alaska Railroad through avalanche runout zones up to Bird Point, where we are able to cross underneath the highway for a chance to see beluga whales when the tide is right. Afterwards we climb up a hill for more of a birds eye view of the water and quiet mountainside surroundings. Approaching Girdwood, we descend the hill and go through the Ghost Forest, so named for the trees that died in the 1964 earthquake.

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!

Embark on a quintessential guided Alaska hiking experience through Chugach State Park. Ascend to heights offering 360-degree breathtaking views of Anchorage and the interior of the Chugach Mountains.

New in 2023! This full-day tour transverses a glacier feed river as it meanders through a glacier-carved valley. It is not uncommon to see a whole host of wildlife that frequents the river system as we paddle our way through the rivers meandering course. You will find salmon swimming under your paddle craft as they migrate to their spawning grounds. Also, expect to see ducks and eagles fly overhead and maybe even find a moose standing in the water eating a meal. This tour starts by paddling across Jim Lake and then a short overland portage into Jim Creek. Finally, exit on the beach of the Knik River that flows from the Knik Glacier, and while there get some pictures with the glacier in the background. The Knik Glacier is the headwaters of the Knik River and is the largest glacier in Southcentral Alaska. From there we will continue downriver to the mouth of the Knik arm of the Cook Inlet.

Experience the wonder of Alaska over 5 days and 4 nights. See tidewater glaciers, whales, and other ocean wildlife! Visit Denali National Park to possibly see bears, wolves, and moose. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS ~Alaska Pioneer Mine Experience ~Tidewater Glaciers & Wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park ~Wildlife of Denali such as grizzly bears, caribou, dall sheep, moose & more ~Guests choose activities based on their interests ~Visit the Sled Dogs of Denali

Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight from Alaska Glacier Lodge over the Knik Glacier. Don a dry suit and jump into the glacial lake, and take your paddleboard for a serene wade around.

Are you seeking an experience that captures the imagination, leaves lasting memories, provides challenge, and bestows you with a feeling of, “I don’t ever want to leave”? Look no further, you are where you need to be. Join us on a 5-day and 4-night, world-class backpacking trip along the K'esugi ridge line, a 27.5 mile traverse featuring lush boreal forests, unique geology, exciting topography, and an alpine paradise that lasts for miles. Highlights: • Experience backpacking a world-class ridgeline boasting unimaginable sights in the Denali State Park! • Perfect for solo travelers and couples. • All guides are Wilderness First Aid certified, trained, and multiday backpacking experts. • Learn about Alaska's unique geology, ecology, topography, and biology. All the 'ologies! • Opportunity for stunning photography, wildlife viewing, and boundless exploration! • Rations and many items provided. Read "what to expect" for more detail! Book now for an Alaskan adventure of a lifetime!

Experience an unbelievable Alaskan adventure, starting a helicopter ride over spectacular glaciers before taking a tour with Iditarod sled dogs.

24-hour pickup and drop off at anywhere in Anchorage. Enjoy seamless booking with ensuring convenience from start to finish. Our fleet boasts state-of-the-art vehicles, providing comfort, safety, and style. Experienced and professional drivers will cater to your needs, guaranteeing a smooth and enjoyable ride.

Hop into a helicopter from Knik and get the best views of the majestic Alaskan scenery. Overlook glaciers, icebergs, and amazing alpine sights and experience three different landings.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Embark on a scenic journey along the Turnagain Arm. View breathtaking Scenery, keeping a lookout for Beluga whales, Dall Sheep, Bald Eagles, and the occasional bear! Learn about the local ecosystem and local wildlife from your experienced tour guide, as they drive along the inlet. You will arrive at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to visit and learn about the many local wildlife that have been rescued. Lastly, enjoy a scenic drive through Portage Valley and view these beautiful glaciers and Salmon streams. Enjoy round-trip transportation from Anchorage. Learn about local wildlife and ecosystems. Visit Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, to see and learn about local Alaskan wildlife. Drive-thru parts Portage Valley. A walk in the rainforest.

Experience Anchorage by bike on the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. Spot local wildlife and stop at Kincaid Park, Earthquake Park, and Westchester Lagoon.

Travel in comfort and style as you embark on our exclusive Mat-Su/Hatcher Pass tour. Relax in the plush seats of your private SUV, as the scenic drive commences from Anchorage, starting at the pickup location of your choice. Prepare to be awe-inspired by the mesmerizing vistas that unfold during the hour-long journey to Hatcher's Pass in the Mat-Su Valley—Marvel at the majestic Butte and the glistening expanse of the renowned Matanuska Glacier. Savor delectable culinary creations at the Hatcher Pass Lodge. ($25 lunch credit included) Prepare for a breathtaking drive to Summit Lake, a hidden gem in the mountains above Hatcher Pass, offering a serene oasis amidst the rugged wilderness. Throughout the tour, be captivated by the wealth of mesmerizing views and picturesque vistas, providing a feast for your eyes and an opportunity to capture stunning photographs that will be treasured for a lifetime. Please sit back, relax, and let us curate an unforgettable adventure for you.

Alaska Outdoor Gear Rental rents top of the line equipment and brands, and we are open year round. We provide all the equipment, instruction and we do a safety check and overview with each customer to ensure they know how to use the equipment and answer any questions they may have. If you don't know where to go, staff will help you find a location based on time you have available, desired amenities, etc.

Step onto the path of the Tony Knowles trail, where something exciting awaits. Your host will curate a personalized experience for you on a Whats App thread. This is not your typical scavenger hunt; it's a creative and immersive departure from the ordinary. Unleash your inner detective, artist, and storyteller as you delve into the heart of Santa Fe. Engage with friendly locals, discover intriguing tales of Santa Fe's history, and capture the essence of the Alaska through photos, videos, and audio files. Whether you're a couple or part of a massive group, this game is for everyone. Young or old, explorer or artist, it's designed to inspire and entertain all who love to discover and create. This is a perfect chance to connect with your teammates in a fun and light-hearted way. Let your imagination run wild, as you team up to unravel the missions and solve clues . The game is designed for all ages of people who lie to have fun explore learn new things and explore.

Embark on a hiking trip from Anchorage to Chugach State Park's Eagle River trail. Explore the area’s boreal forests and salmon spawning streams while surrounded by breathtaking views and scenery.

4 day Alaska Seward Camping Adventure from Anchorage with an expert local guide- small group adventure max of 12 guests.

Book a hassle-free private transfer from/to Cancun International Airport and Tulum. Ensure Pick-up from the airport with up to 60 minutes of waiting time included in case of delays. Drop off or pick-up in Tulum. Enjoy convenient, reliable, comfortable private transportation from the San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to your hotel. Book a hassle-free private transfer service from/to Oaxaca International Airport. Ensure convenient drop off or pick-up at your hotel in Oaxaca City. * Our drivers can track your flight, so they can be on time for your airport pick-up/ drop off. *24/7 Help Center for any changes/updates to your ride *Cancel at least 24 hours prior to your service and get a full refund *Wide array of vehicles according to your needs *All-inclusive fare

Explore 3 of Anchorage’s best off-the-beaten path breweries on this tasty guided tour. See beautiful downtown Anchorage en route to a mix of new and classic breweries. You can learn a lot about a place from its beer, and Alaska is certainly no exception, with a proud beer history and current thriving scene. Learn the inside scoop on the local beer culture and brewery history from your informative guide, meet locals and savor those delicious suds.

Our champion sled dog kennel is family-owned and operated in Willow, Alaska, the mushing capital of the world! Let us introduce you to our team of Iditarod dogs, experience a traditional Alaskan sled ride, and learn about our unique dog-driven lifestyle. We welcome you to our home, a humanitarian-winning kennel with the fastest distance-racing dogs in the country!

Experience the beauty of Alaska’s Matanuska Glacier this winter on a guided tour from Anchorage. Enjoy a tour that includes transfers from select hotels, snacks, and a tasty lunch.

Our Private Glacier Walk and Wildlife Adventure Tour is the perfect way to experience the unique beauty, views and experiences in just a day trip from Anchorage. We curated this tour from of favorite local experiences and guests alike- The accessibility to be able to walk just a short distance, along a beautiful river, to get up close to a Glacier is awe inspiring for locals and guests alike. *** ( Please note- during the winter months, we choose a shorter walking point because of ice/snow) We also include a guided experience at the Wildlife Conservation Center. It's guaranteed wildlife viewing of bears, elk, Moose, Wolves and more, plus it supports a great cause. At Welcome Anchorage Tours, we prioritize your comfort and satisfaction, which is why our private tours are led only by knowledgeable local Alaskan tour guides. To ensure your comfort and a personalized experience, we provide modern SUVs, specifically Suburbans, as the mode of transportation for the duration of the tour.

Our signature flightseeing and glacier landing tour, includes 30 mins of flightseeing and 30 mins landed at 3 Glacier areas including on the glacier itself. This tour includes an alpine landing where you will have 30 mins to see the grand size of the 5 mile wide and 29 mile long Knik Glacier with a birds eye view. Your 2nd landing takes you to a 100 foot ice wall where you may even be able to see the massive ice calve . After 30 minutes exploring you go to the glacier landing right in the middle of Knik Glacier, where you can get out of the helicopter and spend about 30 minutes exploring ancient ice. See the azure blue melt pools (summer), crevasses and ice formations created by water, wind and the sun. During your flight seeing, keep your eyes open for the area wildlife to include Moose, Mountain Goats, Dall Sheep, Bears and even wolf on occasion! WINTER OCT-APR LANDING IS NOT ON GLACIER AS POOLS ARE FROZEN- LANDING IS NEXT TO GLACIER Total tour time - 2 hours, includes 3 landings

Visit Alaska's largest road accessible glacier on this wonderful full day tour. Glacier Park Entrance Fee and Lunch Included.

This is quite-the-quintessential Alaska hiking experience. Experience the thrill of ascending to heights offering 360-degree views of the nearby Cook Inlet and interior Chugach mountains. Gaze at deep, glaciated, u-shaped valleys, and giant ridgelines defining the landscape. Imagine pristine, treeless, tundra loaded with vegetation that you can touch, taste, and feel. If you have never seen alpine before, prepare to be simply amazed. Highlights: • Trek one of Chugach State Park's finest ridgelines with a top-tier guide! • Perfect for solo travelers and couples. Challenge and reward await! • Enjoy breathtaking views of Anchorage and interior Chugach Mountains. • Learn about Alaska's alpine forests & tundra environment from a naturalist. • Opportunity for wildlife sightings including bear, sheep, marmot and birds! • Provisions include a prepacked snack, courtesy of Kat’s Epic Trail Bites. Can we count you in? Book now!

Arrive at Moose Pass, just 30 miles north of Seward, and join a true Alaska adventure. Enjoy a kayaking tour of 2 glacial lakes, hike along the old Iditarod Trail, and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch.

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.

Enjoy a compelling introduction to the art of snowshoeing in Alaska on this guided trip from Anchorage to the Glen Alps in the Chugach Mountains, snowshoes and snacks included.

This half day tour is great for guests who want to sit back and enjoy the scenery Alaska has to offer while being guided by one of Alaska's top rated guides. Start your tour with a pick up from your hotel location with one of Alaska's top rated guides. First experience a walk around Potters Marsh along one of Alaska’s most breathtaking drives down the Seward Hwy and Turnagain Arm. Along this drive we will have a few sightseeing stops at Beluga Point and Bird Point. Once we arrive at the Wildlife Center you will be guided through the 200 acre facility where you're guaranteed to see Alaska’s land mammals in their natural habitats and much more! We will then take the drive back and make one last stop at Falls Creek before your drop off at your desired destination in Anchorage.