Kayak to Spencer Glacier, then raft the Placer River with train pickup
10 hours and 15 minutes–12 hours and 45 minutes
Train tickets, lunch, PFDs
Paddle around Spencer Glacier Lake in the morning, then float 7 miles down the Placer River in the afternoon. Finish with pickup on the Glacier Discovery train.
Minimum age to kayak is 8; children kayak tandem with a parent or most experienced paddler in your group. Kayak limit is 240 lbs and 6'3"; guests who exceed limits can take a raft lake tour instead. There are no restrooms once on the river (backcountry options only).
Cancellations made 10 days or more in advance are eligible for a 90% refund. Cancellations within 10 days are nonrefundable.
Wear hiking or running shoes (no footwear is provided). Bring warm clothes and layers, plus warm socks. Many guests bring a camera, but gear can get wet.
The minimum age to kayak is 8. Children kayak in tandem with a parent or the most experienced paddler in your group.
Kayaks have a maximum weight of 240 lbs and a maximum height of 6'3". If you don’t meet these limits, you can take a similar lake tour by raft instead.
Chris, Kimberly, and Elizabeth lead tours that consistently impress visitors with their deep knowledge of Alaska and genuine enthusiasm for sharing it. Guests rave about the personalized attention, especially on smaller tours, and appreciate how guides accommodate photo stops and wildlife viewing opportunities. The food selections are delicious, and the tours cleverly combine history, culture, and local dining experiences. Whether exploring the Wildlife Conservation Center, hiking to Matanuska Glacier, or discovering Anchorage eateries, travelers feel they're getting an authentic local perspective rather than a typical tourist experience. A few guests wished for more food and fewer sweets on the culinary tours, or hoped for greater focus on hidden gems beyond downtown spots. One reviewer felt the downtown tour could have offered more detail for the price, and another noted some portion sizes felt small. These are minor quibbles in an otherwise stellar track record. The guides' willingness to customize experiences and run tours even for just two people demonstrates real commitment to quality. Traffic around Anchorage can occasionally slow things down, but the guides make the most of every moment with engaging stories and flexibility.
Robbie-O is the BEST. I never leave reviews for stuff but this was so good. Easy and relaxed and you’ll feel right at home even if you are someone who is like “ughhhhhh I don’t do tourrrrrs”
Brendan Irvine-Broque
September 16, 2025
Robbie-O is the BEST. I never leave reviews for stuff but this was so good. Easy and relaxed and you’ll feel right at home even if you are someone who is like “ughhhhhh I don’t do tourrrrrs”
Brendan Irvine-Broque
September 16, 2025