Private Tour
Eklutna Lake Adventure Sampler
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
The turquoise waters of Eklutna Lake, fed by Eklutna Glacier, are surrounded by towering peaks and a rich forest ecosystem. Make the most of your time at Eklutna Lake by choosing two of the following guided outdoor adventures: biking, hiking, or kayaking.
We'll take you beyond the basics of the valley's flora and fauna. You'll get a history of the valley, it's use as Anchorage's water source, the Alaska natives that have called the valley home, and their fight to protect and restore their ancestral lands.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Participation waiver signature required from all guests before the activity starts
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Sandwich with chips and fresh fruit
Bottled water
Tandem sea kayaks
Guide
Mountain bikes
Safety related equipment: live jackets, helmets, etc
Hiking poles
Eklutna Lake is outside of cell phone coverage, and we do not have electricity to provide Wifi
What To Expect
Your group will choose two of the following: hiking, biking, or kayaking. The group will all do the same two activities. Activity #1: 1 hour 45 minutes Lunch: 30 minutes Activity #2: 1 hour 45 minutes Hiking: Choose from the Twin Peaks Trail (medium/hard) or a variety of flatter but none the less beautiful trails (easy). The Twin Peaks Trail starts at a steady climb through the trees, you'll see a variety of flora on your hike, and learn about the plants and animals that call the Eklutna Valley home. Once you break through the tree line, you are greeted with incredible views of the turquoise waters of Eklutna Lake and the surrounding mountains. Biking: Biking will be on the Lakeside Trail. This is doable for a beginner biker, but please note is is a gravel trail, with loose rocks and some hills and possible mud. Great views of Eklutna Lake. Kayaking: We'll load you up in sea kayaks and get you on the turquoise waters of Eklutna Lake. Lunch: Lunch includes sandwiches, chips, fresh fruit, and water. Please note: EKLUTNA LAKE DOES NOT HAVE CELL PHONE RECEPTION.
Sample Menu
main
Sandwiches with chips and fresh fruit
Options
Eklutna Lake Adventure Sampler
Pickup included
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We were greeted with...
Kelly L,
Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were greeted with happy, friendly staff. Knowledgeable, helpful and fun. It was nice to hear facts about the area and have someone direct us through our activity. We were lucky it was perfect weather too ! Beautiful area
great paddle and hike with Eli!
598jillm,
Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family of six had a great time exploring the lake and the trail with Eli! We have all fitness and skill levels, and he was able to accommodate everyone with ease. We also enjoyed his enthusiastic curiousity, and learned a lot about the plants along the trail. highly recommend as a great activity for a group that wants to do something together but might have different skill levels.
Thanks for a great trip!
Y2030VChaileym,
Jul 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went with a group and our guide was Eli. I had an amazing time – we were picked up from our inn in Anchorage and the guide was friendly and respectful from the start. He was a safe driver and made good conversation, and we saw a moose with two babies on the way; which he definitely made happen. As a first time kayaker, Eli explained everything and made sure we were comfortable, and he gave us extra advice since our kayaks rudder wasn’t working for us. He let us paddle around on the water and check out what we wanted to see, but balanced it by coming by and talking with us a couple times. The most disappointing part of the day was having to leave the lake. The hike after was also great, as he was knowledgeable about the nature around the trail and shared it with us. It was nice to be with someone so openly excited by the nature we were in. I had to ask to rest a few times since it was all uphill, and I was never made to feel like a burden.
Awesome guide Max was...
Marissa S,
Jun 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome guide Max was very informative about everything. The Kayaking was so peaceful and the views were gorgeous. The hike afterwards was awesome too and Max was very informative about the wildlife and plants . We saw a moose and its calf too. I recommend this guide for everyone who wants to get a taste of what Alaska is really about.
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