Glacier Blue Kayak & Grandview Tour

Recommended by 93% of travelers

Anchorage, USA

11 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

The opportunities for adventure in Alaska are endless, so visitors on tight schedules might have difficulty fitting in everything. You'll paddle around icebergs in Spencer Glacier Lake and enjoy views of hanging glaciers, cascading waterfalls, and more on a train ride through Grandview, the most scenic section of the Alaska Railroad.

Soak up some of Alaska's most magical sights up close
Includes lunch: No need to bring your own or go hungry

What's Included

Lunch

Lunch included. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions or requests ahead of time.
Snacks
Kayaking gear (paddle, spray skirt, and splash jacket)
AK Railroad Tickets (Roundtrip)

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Select a meeting point

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Spencer Glacier

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Featured review

Sheila_R

Wow, what a great experience. It didn't hurt that the sun was shining and so it was much warmer than it could have been. Our guides, Rhue and Caroline, were very welcoming, informative, and helpful. The water was flat, and we guided our kayaks between the ice which was beautiful. They made sure that we were all safely across the lake and back. Once across the lake, we walked to a higher and closer vantage point to take in the beauty of the glacier. Lunch was delicious and I love that there was not much trash in their packaging. They used reusable containers and cute cloth bags to pack each lunch. Then back to the train for a glorious ride through glaciers not seen from the road. We were even lucky enough to see a bear and her cub cross our path at the Grandview glacier. The entire trip was timed perfectly, and we arrived back in town at the designated end time.

Reviews

4.8

based on 41 reviews

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Awesome Excursion

johna_h, Aug 2025

This was an Awesome experience! Well planned out by the guides which were super friendly and helpful. The train ride was cool also- saw a moose along the way! Lunch was delicious. Couldn’t ask for a better day. I traveled Solo but quickly felt like part of the family

A must-see experience.

Sheila_R, Aug 2025

Too awesome for words

Sandra_F, Jul 2025

The most fabulous thrilling and breathtaking experience you can have from Anchorage. It starts with a train ride from Anchorage to the Whistle Stop, a remote end of civilization place, but just ahead is the breathtaking Spencer Lake and Spencer Glacier. The guides are all well informed seasoned and knowledgeable- They had everything covered. We kayaked 2.5 miles across the freezing waters and saw the most spectacular sites. Then we hiked about a mile to a ridge where we got a better view of the huge glacier. Kayaking back was easier where a sack lunch was waiting for us. Afterward our journey took us on a scenic train ride further up the Chugach National Forest where we saw black bears and bear cubs. However if I had known about the rafting option, others took a raft down the river (not sure of the rivers name), we may have done that. Awesome experience. Totally worth the money and worth the 6 am train time. The only thing I can say is that we didn’t know what to do at the train station at 6 am. We assumed a tour rep would have met us there. They did not. Just go to the ticketing station and pick up your ticket that is prearranged for you. It will be there waiting for you. But after that slight uncertainty, all went as according to plan. Loved it so much. Thanks Alex, our bird loving wonderful guide.

Glacier trip we would take again!

Jodi_T, Jul 2025

It was amazing, the guide was knowledgeable and has 20 years experience. My husband and I loved the train ride to and from, we saw amazing scenery and took beautiful pictures.

Beautiful Chugach Mountains

Suzanne_D, Jun 2025

This tour was an amazing way to experience the Chugach Mountains, its lakes, and glaciers. It includes scenic trains, kayaking, hiking, and a peaceful lunch by a glacial lake. The guides - Alex, Leo and Will - were all friendly and knowledgeable. Though from a distance, we even got to see multiple moose plus a black bear and her three cubs. A long but wonderful day!

Do this one!

Melissa_W, Jun 2024

It was everything we asked for and more. The lake and glacier were amazing. The snacks and lunches were delicious. Our guides were fabulous. It was impressively organized and a full day.

Magical

Deborah_S, Sep 2023

Kayaking the glacier was magical. The guides were wonderful. It was an amazing experience. We saw eagles and rainbows

Out of words

paulimalo, Aug 2023

Kayaking on the lake with the glacier view just in front of us, vas amazing. Great pictures spots near icebergs. The train wasn’t as expected, too slow and too long

Awesome adventure even for a novice!

Laura_G, Aug 2023

Great guides, kept us safe, great equipment. Lunch was delicious! Kust lovely! Train ride was beautiful - bring your camera! Recommend to make sure you tell conductor you’re getting off early if you’re eating breakfast on train.

Incredible, and a caution for solo travelers.

Rachel_H, Aug 2023

Loved this experience! The team was great and the glacier was incredible. The one drawback is that they don't have any solo kayaks for participants, so they made people pair up. My partner was great, but I could see where it might not be. So, a caution for individuals or odd-numbered parties.

Worth every penny

Carrie_H, Jun 2023

Unbelievable views and staff what an adventure! We’ll worth the trip you won’t be disappointed! Enjoy the experience

The Highlight of our trip to Alaska

Shay_S, Jul 2020

"Magical" is the perfect description of this tour. Kayaking to the glacier was surreal. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is physically capable. & the water is very cold; I recommend wearing quick drying/wool layers and a waterproof coat and waterproof boots. I did get wet on both portions of the tour, but wasn't cold because I was wearing quick drying pants and wool base layers/socks.