Spencer Glacier Guided Kayak Tour
Kayak among icebergs and ride the Alaska Railroad through Grandview
Duration
10 hrs 15 mins–12 hrs 45 mins
Includes
Train tickets, lunch, gear
Highlights
Explore Spencer Lake by kayak, paddling among icebergs near the Spencer Glacier terminus. Combine calm-water paddling with a moraine hike and scenic rail travel through Grandview and the Tunnels.
- Paddle approximately 4 miles across Spencer Lake among icebergs
- Hike onto the Spencer Glacier moraine for expansive glacier views
- Ride two Alaska Railroad trains through Grandview and the Tunnels
- Capture glacier and lake scenery, keeping cameras protected from water
- Enjoy paddling on a lake with no tidal influence
Itinerary
Anchorage Departure: 6:45 AM - Coastal Classic departs Anchorage (Breakfast & Coffee are available on the train, but please let the onboard supervisor know that you will be getting off at Spencer Glacier and need to eat early.) Girdwood Departure: 7:30 AM - If departing from Girdwood, meet your guides at the Chugach Adventures' Office at 1553 Alyeska Highway, Girdwood, AK 99587. 8:05 AM - Coastal Classic departs Girdwood (Chugach Adventures' Kayak Guides board the train at this location). 9 AM - Arrival at the Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Iceberg Kayak on Spencer Glacier Lake; 4 Mile Kayak Paddle. Short Hike at Spencer Moraine. 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM - Lunch 2 - 5 PM - Scenic Train Ride to Grandview through the Upper Placer River Gorge Canyon- The Most Scenic Section of the AK Railroad. 5:15 PM - Arrive in Portage and board the motorcoach back to Anchorage, or take Chugach Adventures' Van Shuttle Back to Girdwood 5:45 PM - Return to Girdwood by Chugach Adventures' Van Shuttle OR 6:45 PM - Arrive in Anchorage by Motorcoach Bus
What's Included
- Alaska Railroad tickets
- Catered sack lunch
- Bottled water
- Personal flotation device
- Splash top
- Spray skirt
Important details
- Ages 8+ only for kayak tours
- Maximum kayak weight: 240 lbs
- Maximum kayak height: 6 ft 3 in
- Children ride in tandem with a parent or the most experienced paddler in your group
- Children under 8 may be able to join by raft instead of kayak
- Wear hiking or running shoes, warm layers, and warm socks
- Restrooms are available on the train and at Spencer Whistle Stop only
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 10 days or more in advance for a 90% refund. Cancellations within 10 days are nonrefundable.
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FAQs
Join the kayak tour if you are age 8+; children paddle in tandem with a parent or the most experienced paddler in your group. If you have children under 8, you may be able to join by using a raft instead of kayaks.
Yes. The maximum kayak weight is 240 lbs and the maximum height is 6'3". If you don’t meet these limits, you may be able to take a similar lake tour by raft instead.
Expect about 4 miles of total paddling. The paddle across Spencer Lake is about 2 miles each way and can take 20 minutes to 1 hour depending on conditions.
Meeting details
1553 Alyeska Hwy, Girdwood, AK 99587, United States
