Anchorage is an ideal city for outdoor activities in Alaska. It features its cultural hubs, terrains, Alaska's wilderness, glaciers, and mountain ranges. Its location is why it is home to primary hiking trails, national parks, ski spots, and even museums. The city has so much to offer. As a result, listed below are the top 10 adventurous things to do in this natural wonder of Alaska's largest city.

10 Matanuska Glacier Walk

A perfect adventure for a day trip is taking a walk in Matanuska Glacier, located near the Glenn Highway in Anchorage. In this tour, visitors will get immersed in the natural wonder of frozen landscapes and ice caves. The entire day trip costs $200, including the safety gear and transportation because travelers will be picked up in their hotels. Snacks are also already included in the fee, as well as the lunch. This adventure is not recommended for pregnant travelers, is not wheelchair accessible, and tourists with heart conditions or severe medical conditions cannot participate.

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9 Wildlife Tour

An ideal way to discover the natural wonder of Alaska is by taking a tour of its wildlife. Through this tour, travelers will get to see local species in their natural habitat and will learn more information about the history and animals of Alaska. The time will take 4 hours and tourists will be picked up from their hotels. The tour costs $105; this includes snacks, admission fee, and transportation. This tour is stroller accessible, and visitors will also get a chance to feed the animals.

8 Chugach State Park

Chugach State Park is located 13 miles away from the southern area of Anchorage downtown and is accessible through Segway Highway. The park is listed as one of the largest state parks in Alaska, with approximately 495 000 acres of ski spots, hiking trails, wildlife, and rock-climbing areas. It is recommended to book a guided tour to cover the best places and know the park's history. The parking fee is $5, and a tour package is $99 per person.

7 Alaska Railroad Adventure

The Alaska Railroad Tour is one of the most popular tours by tourists. This is a perfect way to have a road adventure through Anchorage's train. The tour allows travelers to have a picturesque view of Alaska from its forests and mountains to glaciers and coast. Most terms also cover popular landmarks in Anchorage, including the Prince William Sound, the Denali and Spencer glaciers, and the Arctic Tundra. No need to worry about the train's speed because it slows down when passing to the attractions. This adventure costs $99.

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Anchorage is home to 14 historical museums, the perfect place to learn more about Alaska's culture and historical background. This is an excellent adventure for travelers with a private vehicle. Most of these museums open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM with an admission fee of $10 to $20. Kids below five years old are free. The museums also offer membership, especially for the locals. Popular museums include Anchorage Museum, Alaska Museum Anchorage, Alaska Aviation Museum, and Alaska Museum of Science and Nature.

5 Chase The Northern Lights

An ideal activity for nocturnal tourists is chasing the aurora borealis through the Northern Lights Photo Tour. The tour takes approximately 6 hours, wherein tourists will be picked at their respective hotels within the city at usually 8:00 PM, and departure time is varied from 10:00 PM. Possible stops will be in Chugach State Park, Eagle River, and Palmer. The tour's cost starts from $275 per person, including transportation, snacks, coffee or tea, admission fees, photographer guide, blanket, and tripod.

4 Anchorage City Tour

A serene adventure throughout Anchorage is perfect for a half-day tour. This tour will lead the travelers to the most popular attractions in the city, including Alaska Wild Berry Products, a haven for those with a sweet tooth, and Ship Creek, an ideal spot for wildlife viewing. This tour is genuinely perfect, especially for first-time travelers. It gives an overview of the city, featuring the skyline. The tour package costs $59 per person, including the local guide and transportation from the downtown.

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3 Hiking

As mentioned, Anchorage is home to challenging and short trails and an ideal city for hiking. One of the most popular hikes in the town is Flat Top Hikes, consisting of three courses and wheelchair accessible. The summit of Flat Top also provides a great view of the city's skyline, and visitors can avail themselves of a spot in the Flat Top shuttle for $23. Eagle River also offers excellent hiking spots, and the most popular is Eagle and Symphony Lakes, featuring 12 to 13 miles of easy trail.

2 Overnight Wild Camping

Since Anchorage houses natural wonders, plenty of spots are ideal for overnight camping. There are also cabins for a more comfortable and cozy night, especially for those afraid of bears; this typically costs about $60 to $100 per night. Eagle River Campground is Anchorage's most popular camping site, featuring a camper's fire pit. Camping in Eagle River Campground usually costs $20 per site or vehicle. The parking fee is $5, and if campers would like to enjoy a boat launch, it costs $15 to $20.

1 Helicopter Ice Climbing

Helicopter Ice Climbing is an excellent adventure for highly courageous tourists in Anchorage and Girdwood, whether during the day or overnight trips. Climbing adventures here come in various forms, from novice climbers to professional mountaineers. However, this adventure is costly. It costs $849 per person. The package includes a roundtrip helicopter flight from Girdwood to Lake George Glacier, a professional instructor, communication devices, food, gear, and equipment. This activity lasts for 6 hours from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM and is suitable for ages 13 and over.

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