Cross-country ski to the blue ice face of Portage Glacier in this one of a kind Alaskan adventure. Portage Valley traditionally separated the territories of Dena'ina and Alutiiq people, in the late 1800's gold prospectors traversed it to access claims in Hope and Sunrise along Turnagain Arm. Since 1914 the glacier has made a dramatic retreat around a bend leaving Portage Lake in its wake. Towering walls of ice await you on the guided trek while dramatic mountains and glaciers named after poets like Burns and Byron surround you. You will be outfitted with comfortable backcountry ski boots, metal edge cross-country skis or trekking skis for the 6-mile roundtrip on Portage Lake. Transportation from / to Girdwood is included in this tour.

Season: Daily departures January 15 - March 31, 2012 (depending on weather and ice conditions)
Departure Time: 9:00am (9:00H) / 1:00pm (13:00H)
Duration: 4 hours

Price: USD 139 per adult / USD 119 per child (8-12 years)

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Go into the high country of Turnagain Pass on this ride along the Iditarod National Historic Trail. Snowmobile cross-country through open fields, along maintained trails, across bridges and into the mountains with your experienced guide in the lead. Alaska's winter wonderland unfolds as you give the throttle a squeeze and experience its backcountry first hand. Snowmobiling in the Chugach National Forest provides excitement and challenges whether its your first time or you are an experienced rider. Photograph stops and a snack break along the way adds to the Alaskan escapade. Transportation provided from Girdwood or Portage.

Season: Daily departures December 1, 2011 - April 15, 2012 (depending on weather and snow conditions)
Departure Time: 10:00am (10:00H) / 2:00pm (14:00H)
Duration: 4 hours

Price: USD 219 per person (15 years and older)

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Take control of a snowmobile and ride to the face of Spencer, Skookum or Twentymile glaciers in Alaska's #1 winter past time. Snowmachines, as Alaskans call them, offer nearly unlimited access to traverse snowy meadows, cross frozen rivers and pass towering mountains on the journey to a blue ice destination. Learning to ride is relatively easy and our guides give you expert advise along the way. Friendly, patient guides make the difference, using their skill to lead you through a mix of terrain and scenery on your single rider snowmachine. This excursion is likely to be a highlight of your Alaska vacation and perhaps your year. Transportation provided from Girdwood or Portage.

Season: Daily departures January 1 - April 15, 2012 (depending on weather and snow conditions)
Departure Time: 9:00am (9:00H) / 2:00pm (14:00H)
Duration: 5 hours

Price: USD 239 per person (15 years and older)

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