Greatland Adventures
There's no better time to visit Southcentral Alaska than during the winter months, when outdoor activities are at their snowy peak and dramatic landscapes are amplified with a blanket of snow. This is the authentic Alaska, and visitors can be assured of adventures that suit all ages and abilities.
Begin your day with a tour of Anchorage, Alaska's largest city and the hub for commerce, government, and air travel. See Lake Hood Seaplane Base, the busiest in the world and full of small aircraft fitted with skis instead of floats to navigate lake ice, stop by Earthquake Park, look for moose, and see some of the city's most iconic buildings since its early days as a tent city.
Experience the thrill of riding behind a team of sled dogs on a fun-filled winter excursion to enjoy Alaska’s official state sport, dog mushing! Meet real Iditarod racing dogs and ride real racing trails north of Anchorage. Each ride consists of 1-4 riders hooked up to a dog sled team with an Alaska musher as your guide. Enjoy the serenity of winter landscapes in a way that only a dog sled ride can provide.
Looking for exceptional views of the Alaska Range with dramatic lighting and angles that few ever see? A winter flightseeing tour will provide you just that, with a fresh perspective of Alaska's environments and textures from above. View snow glistening on the mountains and glaciers of the Alaska Range, and the occasional moose browsing in a stand of willows, you won’t want to leave your camera at home.
In the spring and fall, try a boating adventure around the magnificent waters of Blackstone Bay and Prince William Sound. Cruise along the shores of this fascinating fjord carved by the ancient glaciers. Visit stunning tidewater glaciers, towering mountains, and the surrounding temperate rainforest. Enjoy viewing the local wildlife including sea otters, Stellar sea lions, harbor seals, bald eagles and more.
Ice is nice on our Matanuska Glacier tour, and guests will be able to trek upon a glacier's surface and explore the icy caves and crevasses with Greatland's experienced guide team. Travel in our comfortable tour van to the glacier two hours north and east of Anchorage, where you'll be outfitted with gear and have plenty of time for unforgettable photos.
Finally, don't forget to book a northern lights experience with our local guides, who will work hard to ensure the most optimum viewing locations in the greater Anchorage area. Our team uses innovative technology to forecast aurora viewing conditions, choosing each night’s location based upon weather forecasts, predicted aurora strength, and driving distance from Anchorage.