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The Glacier Explorers Boat Trip is a must-do Aoraki Mount Cook activity. Explore the Tasman Glacier by boat and touch icebergs! 

Please contact us if you would like to book a trip with glacier explorers. you can also book glacier explorers and other aoraki/ mount cook activitie s in conjunction with your accommodation booking ., glacier explorers details.

Glacier Explorers 2.5 hour trip is a great way to experience the Tasman Glacier - New Zealand's largest glacier - in the most unique way possible.

Imagine pulling up alongside a huge dripping iceberg that landed at the top of the Glacier in the form of snow, and approximately 300 years later, being able to touch it as ice.

After a refreshing half hour walk to the terminal lake of the Tasman Glacier, an experienced guide will whisk you away in a stable boat to explore the melting ice face of the Tasman Glacier and icebergs that have carved into its murky waters.

The lake feels incredibly eerie as the boat cruises slowly for one hour, from one point of interest to the next whilst the guide imparts the history of the glacier, lake and Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, allowing you to build your own picture to the unique nature of the area.

All this plus an awesome backdrop of New Zealand's highest and most spectacular mountains, including Aoraki Mount Cook and Mount Tasman.

Departure Time(s).

September/October/May/June: 9am; 10.45am; 12.30pm; 2.15pm.

November - April: 8am; 9.45am; 11.30am; 1.15pm; 3pm; 4.45pm.

Season: Operates September - June. Seasonal closure July and August.

Departure Point

The Hermitage Hotel, Mount Cook Village .

Activity Duration

Allow approximately 2.5 hours total per trip (60 minutes on the lake).

Guests must be fit and able to walk the 1.5km to/from the lake edge in 25 minutes. .

Children 4 - 14 years

Strictly no children under the age of 4.

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The ultimate ice adventure in Aoraki/Mount Cook

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Glacier Explorers is the only tour of its kind in New Zealand, and it’s based right here, in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park.

Cruise around the Tasman Glacial Lake in one of our boats and experience the enormity of NZ's largest glacier as you weave in and out of floating icebergs. It’s a surreal and mesmerising experience in a totally unique environment. No two days are the same on the Tasman Lake with a constant shifting of conditions, which simply adds to the magic of this very special place.

Our tours are designed to both thrill and educate as you learn about the ever-changing glacial landscape. Icebergs of every shape and size periodically tear away from the face of the glacier into the rapidly growing lake. It’s difficult to predict when a calving will take place but it’s possible you will witness one whilst you’re on a tour – it’s really quite spectacular. A trip on Glacier Explorers is a unique opportunity to truly feel small as the lateral moraines, which are sharp-crested piles of glacially transported rocks and debris that are dropped by the ice as it melts, rear up almost 200m. The lateral moraines remind us of the grand scale that the glacier has reached in previous times.

With the effects of climate change and other climatic processes taking their toll on New Zealand glaciers, their retreat is sadly imminent. The Tasman Glacier is now approximately 23/23.5km long and 600m deep (at its deepest point) and is both melting and calving at a staggering rate.

It's an incredible experience for everyone.

• Check in for your Glacier Explorers trip at the Activities Centre, which is located on the ground floor of the Hermitage Hotel.
• The group will then bus out to the Tasman Valley, a short drive away from Mount Cook village.
• Once you arrive at the Blue Lakes carpark there’s a 1.5km/25 minute alpine walk through the National Park.
• Guests will then board the Glacier Explorers boat from the Tasman Lake jetty.
• The whole trip is approximately 3 hours, and you can expect to spend approximately one hour on the lake.

Daily departures are available throughout the season ( subject to appropriate weather, daylight and lake conditions)

What is Supplied:

• Return transport
• Life jackets
• Experienced guides
• An unforgettable experience

What to Bring:

• An extra warm layer of clothing
• Sunblock & sunglasses
• Wet weather gear
• Suitable walking shoes

Weather Conditions:

Glacier Explorers operates in a unique, alpine environment. In the event of unfavourable weather conditions the tour may be cancelled. This decision is made by the Glacier Explorers Head Guide just before each trip based on weather and lake conditions. An alternative trip time or full refund is offered under such circumstances.

Please be aware that icebergs on the lake occur as a result of glacial calving activity. As this is a natural occurrence, at times the glacier is not as active meaning the quantity and size of icebergs on the lake vary. Icebergs, calvings and rollovers cannot be guaranteed, but are a wonderful bonus for passengers lucky enough to experience them.

Kindly note, you can check the weather in the National Park via our live webcam feed here.

Important Note:

Check in at the Activities Desk is required 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Due to high demand, we recommend that you pre-book this activity to avoid disappointment.

Please ensure when booking that all individuals joining the Glacier Explorers trip can walk 1.5km in 25 minutes to ensure the trip can run to schedule.

“Excellent tour. Exceeded my expectations. The bus trip down was informative, the walk easy, and the boat ride fun. The boat guide was excellent and taught us so many facts about the icebergs. We got to see and touch the icebergs and then went and viewed the terminal end of the glacier. Absolutely stunning. Never felt rushed and would totally recommend that you do this trip.”

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“What an incredible experience getting up close and even touching icebergs! It exceeded my expectations with far more and bigger icebergs than expected and on top of that interesting knowledge provided by the guides! A must do and a taste of Antarctica in NZ”

“What a great trip - the staff knew their stuff and we had a wonderful time. Amazing to get up close to the icebergs and the boat trip was great fun and highly recommended. I cannot stress too highly what a good opportunity this is to learn about the glacier and also to reflect how quickly it is disappearing. So there was education as well as entertainment and excitement.”

View above the Tasman Lake before you walk down to the jetty

Walking down to the jetty on the Tasman Lake for your boat trip with Glacier Explorers

The walk to the Tasman Lake - this is 1.5km that must be completed in 25 minutes

Glacier Explorers cruising on the Tasman Lake

Exploring floating icebergs on the Tasman Glacial Lake

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Introducing New Zealand’s only glacial boat tour – Glacier Explorers. Explore the Haupapa/Tasman Glacier Lake in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park and soak up the ever-changing glacial landscape. The impressive Haupapa/Tasman Glacier is the longest in New Zealand at more than 23km in length and 600m deep – it’s a pretty phenomenal sight to witness! Boats will journey across the Tasman Lake where you can view the glacier’s ice face from a safe distance, whilst weaving in and out of icebergs of all sizes. Have you ever touched an iceberg? Now’s the time.

Please note Glacier Explorers operate from September to June only, with tours departing from the Hermitage Hotel, located in the heart of Aoraki/Mount Cook Village. The tour includes a 1.5km walk from the Blue Lakes carpark to the jetty, guests should be able to walk this in 25 minutes.

89 Terrace Road, Aoraki/Mount Cook Village

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• Website: https://www.hermitage.co.nz/experience/glacier-explorer/

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Mt Cook Tour / Glacier Explorer

A day tour from Queenstown to Mt Cook including the Glacier Explorers experience.

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Cruise up close and personal with New Zealand's largest glacier

On this small group day tour to Mt Cook from Queenstown, experience the unique alpine landscapes of the Southern Alps as you travel to Aoraki Mt Cook National Park, home to snow-capped mountains, impressive glaciers, and New Zealand’s highest peak.

Departing at 7 am from Queenstown, travel in comfort and style in a Mercedes Sprinter van with a maximum of 16 people, offering panoramic windows for stunning views. Your experienced guide will host you throughout the day, providing entertaining commentary as you journey through the remarkable landscape.

Enjoy the sights of central South Island, visiting Cromwell and the scenic Lindis Pass, before making a brief stop in Omarama, a charming village, where you can purchase refreshments and lunch if needed. From here we continue along the bright turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki, entering the Aoraki Mt Cook National Park around midday.

This option includes the incredible Glacier Explorers experience departing at 1:15pm (Oct-Apr)

During your time in Mount Cook, you will cruise the Tasman Glacial Lake viewing New Zealand’s largest glacier while passionate guides share their knowledge of the ever-changing environment. Throughout the tour, weave amongst the floating icebergs and marvel at the impressive Tasman Glacier terminal face. A truly unique New Zealand adventure.

Once you return, your Altitude Tours guide will meet you and start the return journey back to Queenstown, arriving back at approximately 7:30pm.

Please note: Glacier Explorer is subject to availability at the time of booking and our team will reconfirm with you once confirmed.

Glacier Explorers is operated by the Hermitage Hotel and is 3 hours in duration. This involves a 1.5km walk to the lake and requires a medium level of fitness .

Tour Overview.

INCLUDED ACTIVITY

Glacier explorer, travel in style.

Our Mercedes vans are fully equipped with complimentary wifi and panoramic windows for superior viewing so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the stunning scenery.

Mt Cook Tour FAQ's

How long does the mt cook tour take.

The full day trip takes approximately 12 hours from Queenstown. This allows us to make plenty of stops en route to ensure you enjoy the journey, with 3.5 hours in Mount Cook Village, where you will head out to experience the Glacier Explorer tour operated by the Hermitage Hotel.

What activities are included?

This package includes the Glacier Explorers experience at 1:15pm (Oct-Apr).

For all passengers on tour, we also include access to the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.

What are the important things to know about Glacier Explorer?

Your guide will drop you to the Hermitage Hotel where you will check in for Glacier Explorers trip at the Activities Centre, check in is located on the ground floor.

The group will then be transported out to the Tasman Valley, a short drive away from Mount Cook village.

Once you arrive at the Blue Lakes carpark there’s a short 25 minute walk through the National Park.

Guests will then board the Glacier Explorers boat from the Tasman Lake jetty.

The whole trip is approximately 2.5 hours, and you can expect to spend approximately one hour on the lake.

What do I need to bring with me and wear on this day tour?

• An extra warm layer of clothing
• Sunblock & sunglasses
• Wet weather gear
• Suitable walking shoes

What do you recommend we do for lunch?

In summer (Oct-Apr) you will have approximately 45 minutes after arriving in Mount Cook Village before you need to check in to your Glacier Explorer experience.

You can choose to purchase food quickly at that time, or we recommend purchasing food in Omarama on the way or bringing this from Queenstown at the start of the day.

From Queenstown to Mt Cook what stops will we make along the drive?

We don’t want to give too much away! The drive from Queenstown to Mt Cook is stunning and there are plenty of scenic stops enroute, your guide knows the best spots and will choose these on the day.

Can I see icebergs on this tour?

Yes! You will get up close to the icebergs on the Tasman Glacial Lake, weaving on and out them on the boat, you might even the chance to touch them.

Where do you pick up and drop off from in Queenstown?

We pick up from select Queenstown hotels and the main bus stop routes in Queenstown town centre and along Frankton Road. When booking, type in your accommodation and it will suggest the closest bus stop. If it doesn’t come up just check in with us and we’ll let you know where is closest for you!

What happens in the case of poor weather?

As this is a weather dependent tour, if there is risk of adverse weather conditions that will impact the operation of the tour, you will be contacted the day prior to your trip to explore alternative options.

Why can't I reserve a specific seat on the van?

Due to this being one of our most popular tours and wanting to be fair to all who join us we do not offer reserved seating. If you have a request we will do our best to accommodate but we cannot guarantee.

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Visit Mt Cook and the Tasman Glacier on an incredible day out from Queenstown with Glenorchy Air. The Mt Cook Fly & Tasman Glacier Explorers package includes a return scenic flight from Queenstown to Mt Cook, where you will embark on a 1 hour boat tour of the Tasman Glacier lake. This is one of the best Mt Cook activities to get up close to New Zealand’s longest glacier!

From Queenstown, your scenic flight takes you over the awe-inspiring Southern Alps with views of Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea and Lake Pukaki. You will soon spot the towering peak of Aoraki Mt Cook as you fly above Mount Cook National Park. ‘Aoraki’ in Maori translates as ‘cloud piercer’ and this 3,724 metre high mountain is definitely a must-see in New Zealand!

After landing at Mt Cook Airport, your journey continues on a Tasman Glacier boat trip with Glacier Explorers. Enjoy spectacular views as you take a bus transfer into the Tasman Valley, which was carved out by glaciers over millions of years. You are now in the heart of Mount Cook National Park! After a 25 minute alpine walk, jump aboard the Glacier Explorers boat for a 1 hour adventure cruising past icebergs, icewalls and the mouth of the Tasman Glacier. This is a unique experience in New Zealand and the perfect way to explore Mt Cook before your return flight to Queenstown.

Trip Includes

• Return scenic flight from Queenstown to Mt Cook (1hr each way)
• Transfers from Mt Cook Airport into Mt Cook Village
• 25 minute alpine walk through Mt Cook National Park
• 1 hour boat tour with Glacier Explorers 
• Lifejackets
• Allow 6.5 hours
• Departs from Queenstown Airport, Main Terminal Building (near baggage claim)
• Operates in summer (Oct-Apr)

Other Information

• Child rates apply (4-14yrs)
• Minimum age is 4 years
• Please bring sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, warm layers, jacket, sensible footwear and water & picnic lunch
• Lunch is not included in the tour
• You can bring a small day bag on the plane with you
• Moderate fitness required (tour includes 1.5km alpine walk for 25 minutes)
• Please note, the glacier lake freezes over in winter so the start of the season is subject to lake thawing
• If your flight is cancelled due to the weather you will have the option to reschedule or contact us for a refund
• Flight paths are not guaranteed due to weather dependency
• If you would like to visit Mt Cook for a day in winter, check out the Mt Cook Fly & Explore tour.

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• Adult: NZD$979.00
• Child (4-14yrs): NZD$709.00

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New zealand's only glacial boat tour., adult 15+ years old, child 4-14 years old.

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Activity time, minimum age.

4 years old

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October - May

Trip Includes

• Round trip scenic flight from Queenstown to Mt. Cook Airport with landing
• 30-minute alpine walk and approximately 1 hour boat tour on the Tasman Terminal Lake with our partners Glacier Explorers
• Complimentary transfers to and from Queenstown Airport available
• Your guaranteed window seat
• $1 donation per passenger to the Kea Conservation Trust
• Fly up the spine of the South Island, enjoying panoramic views of Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea on one side and Lake Pukaki, arguably New Zealand’s most beautiful lake, on the other
• Experience unparalleled aerial views of the Franz and Fox Glaciers on the West Coast and the Tasman Glacier within Aoraki Mt. Cook National Park
• Marvel at the most awe-inspiring aerial views of the summit ridge of Mt. Cook and the Tasman Glacier
• Land in Mt. Cook National Park at Aoraki/Mt. Cook Airport on the picturesque outskirts of Mt. Cook Village and we'll provide transport up to the Hermitage Hotel
• Team up with your Glacier Explorers guides, departing from the Hermitage Hotel
• Bus to the Tasman Valley and embark on a 30-minute alpine walk through the moraine and National Park
• Take a ride on New Zealand’s only glacial boat tour, boating across the terminal lake and cruising past a towering ice wall, icebergs and lateral moraines
• You will also have some time after your Tasman Glacier Explorers trip to grab a bite to eat at the Hermitage Hotel Cafe, with Mt. Cook as your view
• Follow a different flight path on your return flight to Queenstown, taking in the tussock-drenched Lindis Pass

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We had a great trip with Glenorchy Air! We did the trip where they hand your over to Tasman Explorers for a boat tour of Tasman Lake and the glacier at Mt Cook. I’ll review the Tasman Explorers part separately. The flight was fabulous! The van picked us up at our hotel and communicated well about their arrival time. We waited only a few minutes before getting on board a little Cessna - we had only 3 passengers total plus another employee. Every seat has a window view and the pilot told us about what we were seeing in our incredible views. Upon landing at Mt Cook, the pilot and colleague took one passenger to the Hooker Valley trailhead and then took us to the Hermitage to hand us off to our guided tour. They met us when we returned and we flew home on another scenic route with more explanation of what we were seeing. We felt safe and thrilled the entire trip! Flying to Mt Cook was incredible because of the views and vantage point - it was a great use of our time and worth the cost. JoKnits via Tripadvisor

This was a return visit to the friendliest most efficient business we have ever had the pleasure to deal with. What a blast! Even though we were the only two passengers on the flight, the whole experience was one to remember. A special shout out, and warmest thanks to our pilot Will, who looked after us and made our day very special. The entire team, from booking the flight, follow-up calls, boarding delivered a seamless experience. We will be planning again for another adventure in the future. 976desfvia Tripadvisor

William, our pilot was wonderful. A fantastic pilot and so knowledgeable about the mountains and glaciers. A brilliant flight! johncoldicutt via Tripadvisor

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Mt. cook faq's.

Please call us on  0800 676 264  1 hour before your scheduled flight time on the day of your flight for your Weather Check.

If you are self driving to us at Queenstown Airport, your check in time is 30 minutes prior to departure.

This is a Full Day experience. From check in 30 minutes before departure, to landing back at Queenstown Airport, is approximately 8 hours. Please note, this does not include time for self-driving or using our complimentary transfers. If you have plans immediately either side of your experience with us, please let us know.

We suggest you bring the following with you to make it a great day out:

• Any essential medication
• Camera – make sure it’s fully charged
• Warm clothing layers – including a decent jacket
• Sensible footwear is essential
• Bottle of water

Your roundtrip flight will be approximately 2 hours.

Glacier Explorers will provide life jackets for your boat trip.

No, food is not included.

You are welcome to bring your own picnic lunch with you as well. You will also have some time after your Glacier Explorers trip to grab a bite to eat at the Hermitage Hotel Cafe, with Mt. Cook as your view.

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• Fly up the spine of the South Island, enjoying panoramic views of Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea on one side and Lake Pukaki, arguably New Zealand’s most beautiful lake, on the other
• Land in Mt. Cook National Park at Aoraki/Mt. Cook Airport on the picturesque outskirts of Mt. Cook Village
• We will provide transport up to the Hermitage Hotel
• Take a ride on New Zealand’s only glacial boat tour
• Boat across the terminal lake, cruising past a towering ice wall, icebergs and lateral moraines
• Add a picnic lunch to your booking for $25pp. We have vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options on request.
• Experience it all from your window seat!
• Trip Time | 6 Hours
• Flight Time | 2 Hours
• Boating Time | 1 Hour
• Departure | 9.00am
• Minimum Age | 4 Years
• Availability | October - April

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Please call us on 0800 676 264 1 hour before your scheduled flight time on the day of your flight for your Weather Check.

Your roundtrip flight will be approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.

Tasman Glacier Explorers will provide life jackets for your boat trip.

No, but you can pre-purchase a picnic lunch from us when booking online for an additional $25pp. We have vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options on request.

You are welcome to bring your own picnic lunch with you as well. You will also have some time after your Tasman Glacier Explorers trip to grab a bite to eat at the Hermitage Hotel Cafe, with Mt. Cook as your view, subject to your pilots’ discretion.

No. As we operate fixed-wing aircraft, we are unable to land on glaciers. Your landing for this trip will be on a runway/airstrip on the outskirts of Mt. Cook Village. We will then team you up with our partners at Glacier Explorers for your boat trip on the Tasman Terminal Lake.

You will need to be able to  walk 1.5km (1 mile) in 25 minutes. This is an alpine walk through the Mt. Cook National Park to the boat departure point.

The minimum age for children on this trip is 4 years old. Each child aged 4-9 years inclusive must be accompanied by an adult (i.e. 1:1 ratio).

Glacier Explorers operated from the start of September to the end of May. The glacier lake freezes over winter. The start of each season is subject to the lake thawing.

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Tasman Glacier Boat Cruise, Mt Cook

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A memorable encounter with New Zealand’s largest glacier, this journey travels by boat out towards the face of the Tasman Glacier itself .

An awe-inspiring journey into one of the country’s most dynamic natural environments, the glacier, towering ice cliffs and icebergs are always on the move, melting, rolling and calving, and reminding visitors that a glacier is not just a piece of ice, but a frozen river.

Spectacular views of the surrounding mountains can be had, while the glacially-rich waters are coloured in a magnificent spectrum of blues.

An incredible trip for photographers, ice is one of the most various and colourful subjects. Your engaging guide keeps up a commentary as you travel on the formation of glaciers, icebergs and the impact that this monumental river of ice has had on the landscape of the west coast. Includes transfers- time spent on the lake is approximately 1 hour.

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Touching Icebergs on the Tasman Glacier Boat Trip

Experience New Zealand’s only glacier boat tour

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• The boat trips depart by coach from the Hermitage Hotel in Mount Cook Village.
• The boat trips take place during September to June only.
• The boats trips are weather dependent, so the tours can be cancelled when the weather is not playing ball.  An alternative cruise time or, full refund is offered under such circumstances.
• The icebergs on the lake are as a result of glacial calving activity so at times the size and quantity of icebergs on the lake vary.
• The trips include an initial 1.5km walk which needs to take around 25 minutes to ensure the trips can run on schedule.  A relative amount of mobilty / fitness is required.

• Bring layers of clothing as you are in a mountainous region exploring a glacial lake!
• Bring sunblock & sunglasses
• Bring a waterproof jacket (& trousers if you have them)
• Bring suitable hiking shoes (trainers at the minimum) 

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A beginners guide to visiting Alaska’s Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve

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Among North America‘s best-known national parks, Glacier Bay is a bit of an outlier.

Unlike Yellowstone or Yosemite, you can’t visit Glacier Bay on a road trip. There are no roads leading into the park, and the only way to reach it is by small plane, boat or ship.

There’s also little infrastructure within the park. It does have a visitor center and lodge, located at its very edge. But its biggest attractions — its giant tidewater glaciers — are viewable only from the deck of a vessel. At its essence, Glacier Bay is a giant, fjordlike body of water lined with snowcapped mountains, forests and glaciers, and it’s best seen from the water.

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It is for this reason that a large percentage of Glacier Bay’s nearly 700,000 visitors a year arrive on a cruise ship. Indeed, you could almost call Glacier Bay a cruise ship park.

Only by arriving by cruise vessel (or another boat, including the park tour boat) can you fully experience the park by traveling up the 65-mile-long waterway to a glacier and back.

Even so, you’ll only see a small portion of the park. Established as a national monument in 1925 and elevated to national park status in 1980, Glacier Bay covers more than 5,200 square miles — an area about the size of Connecticut. That makes it nearly as big as Yellowstone and Yosemite combined — though much of this area is relatively inaccessible.

As a longtime travel writer specializing in cruising, I’ve been to Glacier Bay many times, and it’s one of my favorite places in Alaska. Its glaciers are its star attractions, for sure. But it also offers spectacular mountain scenery, wildlife and — for those who make an effort to come for a multinight stay — wonderful hiking, kayaking and other outdoorsy pursuits.

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Getting to Glacier Bay

As noted above, most of Glacier Bay’s visitors arrive by cruise ship. The typical cruise that includes a visit to Glacier Bay is a seven-night Alaska voyage out of Vancouver, British Columbia, or Seattle that also includes stops at the Alaskan towns of Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan. The visit to Glacier Bay fills just one day of the seven-night trip.

Two major lines with historic ties to the park — Princess Cruises and Holland America — offer the most sailings with a visit to Glacier Bay. The National Park Service allows just two ships a day into the park, and arrivals are governed by a permitting system that gives preference to lines that operated in the park before the permitting system began.

Norwegian Cruise Line , Seabourn , Cunard Line  and Viking also have ships that visit the park, as do small-ship operators UnCruise Adventures , Alaskan Dream Cruises, Lindblad Expeditions and American Cruise Lines .

A trip on a cruise ship isn’t the only way to get into Glacier Bay. Would-be visitors can also fly or take a ferry to Gustavus, a tiny town (population 642) on the edge of the park near the access point for a tour boat that travels into the park daily. Dubbed Baranof Wind and operated by park concessionaire Aramark, the tour boat departs from Bartlett Cove, which is just inside the park boundary and the home to the park’s visitor center.

During the summer tourist season, Alaska Airlines offers daily service to Gustavus Airport (GST) from Juneau International Airport (JNU), 48 miles to the southeast. An air taxi company, Alaska Seaplanes, offers small-plane flights to Gustavus from Juneau year-round. Ferry service to Gustavus is through the Alaska Marine Highway System, which sends a ferry to the town regularly from Juneau.

The two main airlines that fly to Juneau are Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines.

Park visitors also can arrive at the park by private or chartered boat.

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While Glacier Bay is open year-round, visitor services are extremely limited outside of the summer season, and nearly everybody who visits comes between May and September.

Most cruises that include a stop in Glacier Bay take place between April and September, and the Glacier Bay tour boat only runs in the summer months. The park’s visitor center and only lodge (Glacier Bay Lodge), which share a building, also are open only in the summer.

Summer is the most pleasant time to be in Glacier Bay, temperature-wise. But even at the height of summer, it can be chilly, with temperatures topping out between 50 and 60 degrees during daylight hours. Rain is also common, with the area around Gustavus getting around 70 inches a year.

April, May and June are often the driest months. September and October tend to be the wettest. The bottom line is that, even at midsummer, you should be prepared for any sort of weather. Pack good rain gear, waterproof boots, wool or fleece layers and a warm hat and gloves.

No matter when you go, there’s no fee to enter Glacier Bay, which is unusual for national parks. Nor are there fees for camping or boating permits. So you can leave your national park annual pass at home.

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What to see and do

As the name suggests, Glacier Bay is a park all about glaciers. It’s home to more than 1,000 of them, and seeing a glacier up close is the big draw for most visitors.

Specifically, tourists come to view one of the park’s seven-ish giant tidewater glaciers, which flow down from the mountains to the water. I say seven-ish as the park’s rangers in the past couple of years have noted that some of the tidewater glaciers have melted back so much that they may not be interacting with the ocean water anymore. That’s the definition of a tidewater glacier. The park rangers these days like to say there are “no more than seven” of the tidewater glaciers now, maybe fewer.

The reduction in the number of tidewater glaciers at the park is an ongoing trend. When I wrote an earlier version of this guide a few years ago, the number of tidewater glaciers at the park was nine.

Whatever the exact number, for those visiting Glacier Bay by cruise ship, the experience will revolve heavily around a stop at one of these glaciers to watch giant chunks of ice crash down from its face — a magnificent show.

Cruise ships arrive in the park for the better part of a day, and the experience goes beyond a stop at one of the park’s glaciers. Sightings of puffins, harbor seals, Steller sea lions and even the occasional humpback whale or brown bear are part of the allure — all while traveling by water through an immense, glacier-carved landscape.

If you come on a big cruise ship, you’ll be doing your Glacier Bay viewing from the deck of your vessel. Big cruise ships in Glacier Bay never dock, and nobody gets off them. Still, you’ll get the full National Park Service experience. Park rangers and often a local Huna Tlingit cultural guide will board the vessel for the day to offer presentations and shipwide commentary over loudspeakers, lead activities for kids and answer questions.

Some small cruise vessels that spend the night in Glacier Bay do allow passengers to disembark.

For those visitors who travel by plane or ferry to Gustavus, more options are available. In addition to taking the Glacier Bay Day Tour up the bay on the park tour boat ($262.44 per adult; $137.11 for children ages 3 to 12), visitors will find opportunities to hike, kayak and camp.

The day tour on the park tour boat includes stops at two glaciers — Margerie and Grand Pacific. Each towers nearly 250 feet above the ocean and stretches another 100 feet beneath the water. The ice that calves from their faces is, on average, 200 years old.

Hiking trails within the park near Gustavus range from the 1-mile Forest Trail, which offers a leisurely meander through a lush forest, to the 8-mile-long Bartlett Lake Trail, a rugged trek to a tranquil lake. Most visitors head down one of the trails on their own, but for those looking for interpretation, park rangers based at Bartlett Cove offer a daily guided forest loop walk (at 1:30 p.m., as of the publication of this story).

Kayak rentals are available at Bartlett Cove, where the park service visitor center is located, for both day trips around the area and multiday outings deep into the park. Kayakers can go off on their own or sign up for a guided tour.

Birdwatching also is a popular activity in Glacier Bay. The park’s diverse habitat allows for a wide variety of species (at last count, 281), including rainforest species such as the American three-toed woodpecker and neotropical migrant warblers, thrushes and other songbirds. There also are island and cliff seabird colonies of gulls, guillemots, puffins and cormorants.

In addition, daily cultural activities are available at Xunaa Shuka Hit (the tribal house) in Bartlett Cove. Unveiled in 2016, this is the first permanent Huna Tlingit clan house since the original Huna Tlingit villages of the area were destroyed by a glacier over 250 years ago. Located within a short walking distance of Glacier Bay Lodge, it offers the chance to learn firsthand about Huna Tlingit history, culture and life from tribal elders. Visitors can also experience dance performances and native foods and see historical photographs. Hand-carved totem poles tell the Huna Tlingit story.

A National Park Service visitor center is located on the second level of Glacier Bay Lodge. Park rangers are available much of the day to answer questions, and films on the park are available for watching in the visitor center’s auditorium. A ranger program is presented in the auditorium each evening.

Visitors also can get an overview of Glacier Bay’s mountains, ice and water from a flightseeing tour out of Gustavus or even the Alaskan towns of Yakutat or Haines.

Where to stay

If you’re arriving at Glacier Bay on a cruise, you don’t have to worry about a place to stay. You’ll be spending the night on your ship.

Those planning to visit the park by way of Gustavus will find several places to bed down. Many visitors stay at the 48-room Glacier Bay Lodge , which is within the park about 10 miles from the town (rooms from $270.40 a night). Cozy and rustic, the lodge is nestled among Sitka spruce on the shores of Bartlett Cove, which also is home to the park’s headquarters and the jumping-off point for daily tours on the park boat. Glacier Bay Lodge is the only lodging within the park.

Back in Gustavus, you’ll find a handful of small inns, guesthouses and bed-and-breakfasts. They include the 14-room Bear Track Inn (from $495 per person per day, including meals and ground transportation) and the five-room and five-cabin Glacier Bay Country Inn ($319 per person per day, including meals and ground transportation). Gustavus is not a big place; some venues here offer just a few rooms.

You also may face a bit of sticker shock when seeing the rates for lodging in Gustavus. In many cases, this is driven by the fact that the properties operate on a semi-all-inclusive basis, with all meals and transportation from the airport included in the base price.

Unfortunately for points and miles devotees, there are no points hotels in Gustavus. You can find a few points hotels back in Juneau, such as the Four Points by Sheraton Juneau (rooms in the summer start at $389, or 50,000 points) and a trio of Wyndham Rewards -affiliated properties (a Ramada, Travelodge and Super 8).

The park also maintains a free, walk-in campground in a rainforest setting at Bartlett Cove. Available on a first-come, first-served basis, it offers bear-proof food storage caches, composting toilets, a fire pit on the beach and a small warming shelter. Firewood is provided.

That said, most camping in Glacier Bay takes place in the wilderness. The park offers more than 700 linear miles of shorelines, beaches and islands open to camping. Campers can arrange for the park’s tour boat to drop them off at one of several designated locations within the park and pick them up days later.

Campers must register upon arrival at the Visitor Information Station near the Bartlett Cove dock. Campers can call 907-697-2627 prior to arrival to inquire about space availability at the campground at Bartlett Cove.

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Where to eat

Again, if you’re arriving by cruise ship, you’ll be eating on board your vessel.

If you’re staying in the Gustavus area, you’ll probably be eating at the lodge or inn where you’re staying or at another one of the lodging properties in town. The town is so small that its dining establishments generally are tied to its lodging outlets. They’re also only open in the summer.

Many of the lodging options offer a “full board” plan that includes three meals each day. Be warned that a la carte pricing at eateries can be high in the Gustavus area, as is true in many places in Alaska. This partly has to do with the high cost of getting supplies to remote parts of the state.

For those staying at Glacier Bay Lodge, the in-house restaurant, the Fairweather Dining Room , is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner for both lodge guests and outsiders. The dinner menu includes local Alaska salmon and halibut. Lunch brings burgers and sandwiches (including a halibut sandwich).

Also open to guests and outsiders is the restaurant at Glacier Bay Country Inn. It serves Alaskan cuisine, such as salmon, typically offered en croute with a green peppercorn sauce.

Bottom line

A visit to Glacier Bay is one of the iconic experiences of a trip to Alaska, and something you should try to do at least once in your life — if only to see the giant calving glaciers. For most visitors, experiencing the park will involve a voyage on a cruise ship that brings just a day in the park. But for those who want to explore deeper in the park, there are ways to do that, too.

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