Spencer Glacier Iceberg Kayaking
Duration
Full Day
Season
Summer Activity Type
Glaciers, Kayaking
ABOUT THIS TOUR
This Spencer Glacier Iceberg Kayaking trip combines the scenic beauty of Turnagain Arm with an up-close and personal kayaking experience among the icebergs of Spencer Glacier! Enjoy photo stops along Turnagain Arm in our comfortable van before boarding the historic Alaska Railroad’s Glacier Discovery train to Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop, where you’ll kayak with an expert Alaska adventure guide.
Includes round-trip transportation from Anchorage.
- Photo stops along the scenic Turnagain Arm
- Journey aboard the Alaska Railroad’s Glacier Discovery train
- 1-1.5-hour kayaking experience on Spencer Glacier Lake
- Incredible photo ops among icebergs and ‘bergy bits’
- Small groups: max 6:1 adventurer-to-guide ratio
- Pick up from Anchorage hotels
- Services of a professional Alaska tour guide
- Transportation is provided in a clean and comfortable vehicle
- Ticket aboard the Alaska Railroad’s Glacier Discovery train
- Shuttle transport from Whistle Stop to the lake
- Deli-style lunch
- Snacks and water
- All kayaking equipment for Spencer Glacier Lake
- Departure time: 11:30 am. Your guide will contact you with an exact pickup time based on your hotel’s location.
- Duration: 7-8 Hours
NOT INCLUDED: Guide gratuity (10% of tour price per person recommended)
Important Information:
- The minimum age to join the Spencer Glacier Iceberg Kayaking Tour is 11 years old. For those with younger travelers, see our Private Spencer Glacier Iceberg Kayaking Tour option.
- Pickup is only available at Anchorage and Girdwood hotels. We do not pick up at private residences or vacation rentals (e.g., Airbnb or VRBO). Guests at these locations may meet at our midtown headquarters (854 E 36th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503) or the nearest hotel. Please contact us for further information (phone 907-980-8179).
- There is an option to return to Anchorage on the train for $58 extra p/p. This tour extension returns to Anchorage at 9:30 p.m., and guests are responsible for their transportation from the Anchorage rail depot to their lodging.
- Trips operate in most weather conditions – travel insurance is recommended. If weather conditions are unsafe for kayaking, we’ll enjoy a walk along the shore of Spencer Lake, taking in views of the glacial valley, icebergs, and Spencer Glacier.
- $345 per person + taxes & fees
*Book direct with confidence. We guarantee you will receive the best price when booking directly on our website or we will refund the difference + $10! Must show proof of a lower price found elsewhere for the same product and the same departure. Offer valid for tours operated by Greatland Adventures only. Offer not valid for 3rd party products.
Tour Description
Your Alaska adventure begins with a scenic drive along Turnagain Arm from Anchorage, with magnificent views of the Chugach and Kenai mountain ranges. Your guide will provide opportunities for photo stops as they share this stunning area’s interesting history and geology. Turnagain Arm boasts the second-highes tides in North America (Bay of Fundy is the first), and is home to our nation’s only bore tide.
At Portage Depot, board the historic Alaska Railroad Glacier Discovery Train and enjoy a deli lunch during the short but scenic ride to Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop. From there, we’ll transfer to Spencer Glacier Lake via a one-mile shuttle bus ride.
At Spencer Glacier Lake, you’ll be wowed by the floating icebergs during the leisurely paddle tour of this pristine glacier water from sea kayaks. Capture plenty of photos during this extraordinary experience in Alaska’s wilderness environments away from the crowds.
The Spencer Whistle Stop and glacier are located just south of Portage Valley and Turnagain Arm in the Kenai Mountains and Chugach National Forest. This remote wilderness area is only accessible by train, and is home to one of the most spectacular and visible glaciers along the Alaska railbelt: Spencer Glacier, a massive wall of ice cascading down the mountains to deep blue Spencer Lake.
After our kayaking experience, we’ll flag down the train and ride back to Portage for a return to Anchorage by about 6:30 p.m. An optional return to Anchorage aboard the train is available for $58 extra p/p. This option arrives in Anchorage at approximately 9:30 p.m.
Interested in a private experience? Learn more about planning a private Anchorage tour for your close friends and family. This experience is also available as a private Spencer Glacier Iceberg Kayaking tour.
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FAQs
We provide the necessary equipment for all tours including rain suit, and rain boots. Please come prepared with warm layers and sturdy footwear.
We include Anchorage hotel pick up on all tours that we operate.
No experience is necessary, but previous paddling experience is recommended. This paddle should be considered a “moderate activity”. We recommend that you are capable of at east one hour of easy to moderate upper body and cardio exercise.
Trips operate in most weather conditions – travel insurance is recommended. Moderate to strong breezes (Beaufort Scale Force 3 or higher) will prevent us from safely operating the kayaking portion of the trip. If weather conditions are unsafe for kayaking, we’ll enjoy a walk along the shore of Spencer Lake, taking in views of the glacial valley, icebergs, and Spencer Glacier. Please note that there will be no refunds in the event of an alternate activity.
The lake water temperature is very cold: 34*-37*F, with no tides, and highly-visible icebergs and ‘bergy bits’ of floating ice.
Restroom facilities are located on trains and outhouses at Spencer Whistle Stop.
All guests are required to fill out our online waiver when booking.
Minimum weight: 50 lbs; Maximum weight: 250 lbs
Max height is 6’7” Max waist size is 44”
*A state-issued ID is required to board the train. Your ID should match the name of your booking.
CANCELATION POLICY: A $15 per person cancellation fee will be applied to any booking canceled from the time of bookings. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before departure time are subject to a 100% cancellation fee.
In an effort to reduce single-use plastic, please bring your own water bottle. If you need more water, we’ll have it available for you.
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