ICE CLIMBING

Operating dates for SUMMER Ice Climbing: May 15th - September 15th
Operating dates for WINTER Ice Climbing: January 15th - March 15th
(Dates are flexible based on temperatures and conditions.)

Ice Climbing - Private Tour

Experience the Thrill of Ice Climbing on Glaciers

Enjoy this 4- 5 hour adventure for something that is completely unique to the Alaskan Traveler. Your guides will equip you with everything necessary to remain safe including a rope, harness, helmet, boots, crampons, and ice tools to ensure a successful ascent up the glacier wall. Guests can choose to take on a steeper challenge or stay in their comfort zone, this is a challenge by choice adventure!

PRIVATE TOUR - LUNCH INCLUDED

THIS TOUR INCLUDES:

Ice climbing instructor (2 in winter)
Crampons, harness, helmet, ice climbing axes, plastic mountaineering boots, ropes, and hardware for top-rope climbing.
A top rope ice climbing experience on the glacier
Glacier Exploration
Glacier Ice Cave Exploration (Winter Only)
Knowledgeable glacier experts
Body warmers
Extra Warm Gear
Picnic Lunch

Who Is This Summer Tour For?

Ages starting at 16 and older, minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Adventurous people with a moderate level of fitness. No ice climbing experience is necessary. Alaska has extreme weather conditions and it can change often, guests will need to be prepared for cold wind and possible rain.

Who Is This Winter Tour For?

Ages starting at 12 and older. Adventurous people with a moderate level of fitness. No ice climbing experience is necessary. Alaska has extreme weather conditions and it can change often, guests will need to be prepared to face the Alaskan Winter temperatures for multiple hours.

*2 person minimum

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Tour Duration:

4 - 5 Hours

Total Flight:

30 Min

Landing:

One

Departure:

Alaska Glacier Lodge

Transfers

On Request

Dates:

Year-Round

What to Expect in the Summer

Scenic Helicopter flight from Alaska Glacier Lodge over the Knik Glacier
Land on a remote location on the glacier
Your guide will assist you in putting on your harness and crampons
You will receive climbing instruction and safety briefing
Spend up to 4 hours climbing on glacier features
Enjoy included lunch on the glacier taking in the majestic views
The Helicopter will pick you up and return to the lodge
Private Tour

What to Expect in the Winter

Get equipped with mountaineering boots at the adventure headquarters
Scenic Helicopter flight from Alaska Glacier Lodge over the Knik Glacier
Land within a short walk of many immense frozen waterfalls
Your guide will assist you in putting on your harness and crampons
You will receive a safety briefing and climbing instruction
Learn how climb on frozen waterfalls at your pace
Enjoy snacks and expansive views of the Knik & Colony Glaciers
Please note that we are climbing frozen waterfall ice near a glacier, not on the glacier. Temperatures can shift and become extreme without warning, guests should be expected to feel cold at times.

What You Need to Know

Please keep in mind this activity involves height exposure
Trips are weather dependant
Guests will be outdoors for up to 4 hours
Guests weight restriction is 290lbs per person
Guides will be equipped with a medical kit
Gratuity for your guide is not included in trip price
Please pack specific foods you need if you have allergies & restrictions

What to Bring

Camera
Extra warm layers
Winter Pants, Jacket & Gloves / Hat & Warm socks (WINTER)
Preferred snacks
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Sunglasses

What NOT to Bring

Alcohol
Firearms

Call Us Today
Talk to our Alaska travel experts to help book your next Heli Tour!

(907) 272-7777

What to Expect in the Summer

Scenic Helicopter flight from Alaska Glacier Lodge over the Knik Glacier
Land on a remote location on the glacier
Your guide will assist you in putting on your harness and crampons
You will receive climbing instruction and safety briefing
Spend up to 4 hours climbing on glacier features
Enjoy included lunch on the glacier taking in the majestic views
The Helicopter will pick you up and return to the lodge
Private Tour

What to Expect in the Winter

Get equipped with mountaineering boots at the adventure headquarters
Scenic Helicopter flight from Alaska Glacier Lodge over the Knik Glacier
Land within a short walk of many immense frozen waterfalls
Your guide will assist you in putting on your harness and crampons
You will receive a safety briefing and climbing instruction
Learn how climb on frozen waterfalls at your pace
Enjoy snacks and expansive views of the Knik & Colony Glaciers
Please note that we are climbing frozen waterfall ice near a glacier, not on the glacier. Temperatures can shift and become extreme without warning, guests should be expected to feel cold at times.