Portage Glacier Tours and Activities

Ice berg visible didn’t even see it the day before. Huge
Ice berg visible didn’t even see it the day before. Huge
Ice arches, waterfalls carving their way down layers of snow pack, remote enough that all you can hear is the excitement of those you ventured here with. It feels like another world, an icy blue planet ripe for exploring. #Adventure
Portage Glacier is part of the beautiful Chugach National Park. Get there by traveling down the Seward Highway in Anchorage about 50 miles towards Seward. The drive itself is breathtaking, but the trip into Portage, AK is a whole other animal. Thousands of glaciers top the (very tall) mountains and the bluest water you have ever seen can be seen trickling down the sides of these mountains, forming awe-inspiring lakes and rivers. $34 (or less- coupons are online) will get you a 1 hour tour in the Ptarmigan around Portage Lake. You come to about 300 yards away from this monstrous beauty for rare photo ops, all the while listening to a park ranger narrate the history of the area around you. A truly humbling experience for those of us who occassionally need a reminder of how powerful this earth really is.
On your way to Portage Glacier, make sure to leave yourself a little time to stop at some of the hiking trails along Portage Glacier Road. While the glacier itself is beautiful, you won't want to miss these gems of a view. The glacier silt turns the water the most amazing shade of blue- you feel like you are in a painting! There are plenty of hiking trails around (I can't remember the name of this particular one- Salmon something-or-other?- but this picture was taken right at the start before you even set foot on the trail.

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The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt

The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt

3 out of 5
Downtown Anchorage
Price was CA $1,630, price is now CA $1,309 per person
CA $1,309
per person
May 4 - May 8
found 5 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Vancouver (YVR) to Anchorage (ANC)
9/10 Wonderful! (910 reviews)
Great ambiance from the moment you walk in. The place is clean and modern. It’s absolute perfect distance for visiting anchorage with or without a car. The staff are friendly, the amenities are nice, the room is comfy, spacious, and modern. The gym was actually impressive for the space. Definitely recommend this hotel

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Alyeska Resort

Alyeska Resort

4 out of 5
Alyeska
Price was CA $1,824, price is now CA $1,371 per person
CA $1,371
per person
May 4 - May 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Vancouver (YVR) to Anchorage (ANC)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
VERY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL staff.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Tours & day trips

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Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

Activity duration is 6 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 599 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $301 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Whittier to Anchorage Land Transfer Tour With AWCC

Whittier to Anchorage Land Transfer Tour With AWCC

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $272 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Whittier to Anchorage Land Transfer Tour With AWCC

Whittier to Anchorage Land Transfer Tour With AWCC

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $272 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Byron Glacier- near Portage Glacier- Portage Alaska. A pretty trail leads from the Portage Glacier area to the Byron Glacier, where one can walk on to it.

Byron Glacier Trail

You can take time to visit Byron Glacier Trail during your travels to Eagle River. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants.

Byron Glacier Trail
Kayakers enjoy the scenery and waterfalls of Milford Sound, one of New Zealand's most popular tourist destinations

Sound Paddler

Take the family on an outing to Sound Paddler during your trip to Whittier. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants.

Sound Paddler
Glacier at Prince William Sound

Prince William Sound Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Prince William Sound Museum during your travels in Whittier. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants.

Prince William Sound Museum
This spot was part of a tour S/SE of Anchorage. During the drive we also saw baluga whales, Dal sheep, eagles, bears off the hwy, moose, and caribou. Not to mention many more glaciers than the one in the background.

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center during your stay in Eagle River. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Anchorage

Alyeska Ski Resort

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.

Alyeska Ski Resort
Landscape at upper station of Mt.Alyeska Tram at Girdwood in Alaska,United States,North America

Alyeska Aerial Tram

You can take time to visit Alyeska Aerial Tram during your travels to Girdwood.

Alyeska Aerial Tram

Best Lodging Options Near Portage Glacier

Alyeska Resort

Alyeska Resort

4 out of 5
1000 Arlberg Ave Girdwood AK
Alyeska Resort
Stunning, New 2 bedroom Unit Minutes from Alyeska Resort

Stunning, New 2 bedroom Unit Minutes from Alyeska Resort

Anchorage AK
Stunning, New 2 bedroom Unit Minutes from Alyeska Resort
Large Luxurious Girdwood Getaway with Game Room, New Hot Tub, & EV Charger

Large Luxurious Girdwood Getaway with Game Room, New Hot Tub, & EV Charger

Girdwood AK
Large Luxurious Girdwood Getaway with Game Room, New Hot Tub, & EV Charger
Dream Views & Chef's Kitchen-Modern, Mountain Home w/ Hot Tub

Dream Views & Chef's Kitchen-Modern, Mountain Home w/ Hot Tub

Anchorage AK
Dream Views & Chef's Kitchen-Modern, Mountain Home w/ Hot Tub
Bright, open Girdwood studio

Bright, open Girdwood studio

Anchorage AK
Bright, open Girdwood studio
Girdwood Alaska rental near ski resort. Customers rave: so cute, clean and cozy!

Girdwood Alaska rental near ski resort. Customers rave: so cute, clean and cozy!

Anchorage AK
Girdwood Alaska rental near ski resort. Customers rave: so cute, clean and cozy!
Mountain Cabin on Alyeska with Amazing Valley Views

Mountain Cabin on Alyeska with Amazing Valley Views

Girdwood AK
Mountain Cabin on Alyeska with Amazing Valley Views
Cozy cabin with Hot Tub in quiet location blocks from the resort & trails

Cozy cabin with Hot Tub in quiet location blocks from the resort & trails

Girdwood AK
Cozy cabin with Hot Tub in quiet location blocks from the resort & trails
Ski Inn

Ski Inn

3 out of 5
189 Hightower Rd Girdwood AK
Ski Inn
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