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Girdwood Glacier Kayak and Grandview Tour 11 hr

TourTruth score 7.0 out of 10

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64 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Anchorage
  • 11 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Paddle among icebergs toward Spencer Glacier, hike its moraine, and ride two scenic Alaska Railroad trains on this full-day Girdwood tour.

About this tour

Set out from Girdwood for a memorable day among Alaska’s ice and mountain scenery. On this Girdwood Glacier Kayak and Grandview Tour, paddle across a quiet lake dotted with icebergs, then approach the striking blue face of Spencer Glacier.

The journey includes an approximately 4-mile kayak paddle and a hike onto the glacier moraine for a closer look at the ice. Your day also features rides on the Coastal Classic and Glacier Discovery trains, with scenic valley and tunnel views along the Alaska Railroad. Kayaking gear, snacks, and lunch are provided; let the team know about dietary needs in advance, and share your paddling experience so the outing can be tailored to your party’s ability. Meet at 7:30 AM at the Chugach Adventures Office in Girdwood before traveling together to the train depot. A minimum of two guests is required. Guests outside the stated height or weight limits can take a raft lake tour instead.

Choose this Girdwood Glacier Kayak and Grandview Tour for a full day of paddling, glacier views, and classic Alaska rail scenery.

Highlights

  • Paddle among icebergs toward Spencer Glacier’s blue terminus
  • Hike onto the glacier moraine for a closer view of the ice
  • Ride the Coastal Classic and Glacier Discovery trains
  • Take in scenic Alaska Railroad valleys and tunnels

What's included

Included

  • Round-trip Alaska Railroad tickets
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Kayaking gear: paddle, spray skirt, and splash jacket

Not included

  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Meet at 7:30 AM at Chugach Adventures Office, 1553 Alyeska Highway, Girdwood, AK 99587, then caravan to the Girdwood Train Depot
  • Kayak paddle distance is approximately 4 miles
  • Minimum of 2 guests required to book
  • Maximum weight is 240 lbs and maximum height is 6'3"; a raft lake tour is available for guests outside these limits
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  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Share dietary restrictions or requests ahead of time
  • Share your kayaking experience level so the tour can be tailored to your party

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 11 hours.

How far will we paddle?

The iceberg kayak paddle distance is approximately 4 miles.

What are the height and weight limits?

The maximum weight is 240 lbs and the maximum height is 6'3". A raft lake tour is available for guests who do not meet these limits.

Where and when do we meet?

Meet at 7:30 AM at the Chugach Adventures Office in Girdwood, then caravan together to the Girdwood Train Depot.

Can you accommodate dietary requests?

Please share dietary restrictions or requests ahead of time.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.80 from 64 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.0.

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