Spencer Glacier Iceberg Kayak Tour

• 6:45 AM – Coastal Classic departs Anchorage (Breakfast & Coffee is 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.)
• 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 thru the Upper Placer River Gorge Canyon- The Most Scenic Section of the AK Railroad.
• 5:15 PM – Arrive in Portage and board motorcoach back to Anchorage or take Chugach Adventures’ Van Shuttle Back to Girdwood
• 5:45 PM – Return arrival to Girdwood by Chugach Adventures’ Van Shuttle
• 6:45 PM – Arrive in Anchorage by Motorcoach Bus

Spencer Lake Distances: The paddle across the lake is approximately 2 miles one way. It takes anywhere between 20 Minutes (With Calm Perfect weather) to 1 hour to paddle across the lake

Yes, please let us know ahead of time of any dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available). There is a space at checkout to let us know.

Water levels, wind, and other natural factors beyond our control may cause us to alter your trip for your safety & enjoyment.

For example on windy days, if you have booked a Kayak trip, we reserve the right to have you join us on a rafting trip. With our Spencer Glacier Float trip, the river portion is based on water levels in the river. We reserve the right to modify your rafting trip to a Spencer Glacier Float lake tour going closer to the glacier if the water levels are not sufficient for a safe/enjoyable trip down the Placer River.

Landing zone locations and the extent of our glacier hiking & moraine treks are dictated mostly by the weather of the day and the group’s activity level & speed.

Chugach Adventures does not cancel trips due to inclement weather, nor provide refunds when adventures are adjusted based on weather.

Our guides are expected to go above and beyond for this trip and greatly appreciate any & all gratuities.

Personal baggage can be left on the train while you go on your adventure. (The Alaska Railroad & Chugach Adventures can not guarantee the safety of your bags, but in over ten years of operations we have had no problems with belongings on the train). Space is available for small bags in the raft that can either sit on your lap or get wet, waterproof bags are recommended.

There are restrooms on the train and at the Spencer Whistle Stop. There are no restrooms once we are on the water, backcountry options only.