Matanuska Glacier Tours with Dr Sarah

Dr. Sarah's Alaska Tours, LLC

Book Your Matanuska Glacier Tour

Contact Me To Book a Tour: DrSarahAlaska@gmail.com or 970-281-5266 (call/text)

Price: $100 per person + gate fee (for a total of $125, which includes equipment)

Open All Year: every day

Location: 66500 South Glacier Park Rd, Sutton, AK 99674 (google map)

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Amazing glacial features seen this month!

Join us to explore features like this on your adventure.

admire scalloped tunnels

Glowing Blue Sapphire Ice Cave

walk inside crevasses

find Blue ice moulins

journey Inside the ice

discover Basal Ice Caves

Explore

enjoy smaller tour groups

Find the Famous Glacier Ice Wolf

"This was an absolutely amazing tour! Our group loved Sarah. She was so informative, and really patient with us. We could not have imagined a better experience."

Tennessee Professor with College Students

"Dr Sarah is truly a local expert. We take our family every summer and can’t wait for another glacier adventure!"

K.W. and Family

"Thank you for all the guidance, support, and valuable information you shared with us."

NBC (Climate Change Film Documentary)

This was the greatest tour I have ever been on. Your knowledge of glaciers was magnificent. You treated us wonderfully and especially helped me with my physical limitation attentively and with great ease. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making my experience great.

N.Darrah

This was much more than a glacier hike - it was a glaciology adventure!

K.N.

About Us

Dr. Sarah completed her PhD researching the Matanuska Glacier and offers 20+ years experience!

She provides specialized walking tours tailored for people excited to discover Alaska with a scientist. Sarah has been working in Alaska since 1995 where she completed her PhD studying Alaska's stunning glaciers, powerful rivers, snow capped mountains, and amazing geology. She has 20 years experience conducting research in Alaska and around the world resulting in 59 publications. She loves sharing her knowledge with people seeking fun, adventure, and discovery in Alaska!

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Dr. Sarah's Recent Matanuska Glacier Interview

Click the video button to view a Matanuska Glacier Tour provided for an Alaskan NBC interview.

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Packing For Your Adventure

Read this section to make sure you are bringing the correct gear for the correct season.

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Company Policies

Be sure to read the company policies: cancellations, proper clothing, children, mobility and medical conditions, etc.

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Glacier Photo Gallery

Browse my photo archive to see some amazing Matanuska Glacier images!

Glacier Photo Gallery

Blog - Land of Snow & Ice

Sep. 14, 2019

How Do Scientists Date Historical Glacial Retreats?

Have you ever wondered how scientists date historical glacial retreats? Glacial scientists often seek to understand when and how fast glaciers receded (retreated). This information is critical for understanding paleoclimate...

Glacier Life!

Despite what many may think, glacial environments host thriving communities of plant life and other organisms. Many kinds of plants have adapted to the cooler environment surrounding the glacier (such as...

Lodging Near The Glacier

Spend the night near the glacier to make this a truly Alaskan adventure: glacier hiking, local dining, star gazing at night, and possible Northern Lights!

Some Lodging Options

Donating to Alaskan Charities

Your tour fees support Alaska

Dr. Sarah's Alaska Tours donates a portion of yearly profits to Alaskan charities. Society can be measured by how we treat the most vulnerable among us (children, elderly, animals, etc.). We love Alaska and believe in giving back to our home state. Donations this year will support a MatSu charity for families in need and a dog rescue group in Fairbanks (Arctic German Shepherd Rescue, FaceBook).

Contact Us

DrSarahAlaska@gmail.com

970-281-5266 (call or text)

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