Nizina Lake Iceberg Kayak & Fly
per person
Fly out of the “crowds” into the stunning Alaska backcountry adventure you won’t soon forget! Our Nizina Lake Kayak tour takes you off the beaten path and into an epic Alaska backcountry setting. Paddle among towering icebergs, some the size of a pirate ship, explore the recently glaciated landscapes, and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch in the solitude that only Alaska can offer. On top of first-class instruction, all of our guides are chock full of local knowledge, both geological and historical, that help gives participants a sense of place in this vast landscape.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
The Nizina Lake Iceberg Kayak & Fly is considered a Moderate trip for those adventurers looking to journey a little further into the Alaskan Bush. Guests will be dropped off by air taxi at a remote, wild, scenic glacier lake. You will be paddling among large white icebergs, away from crowds, fully immersed in the backcountry of Alaska.
Nizina Glacier Lake is a 20-minute bush plane flight from McCarthy, two valleys over to the terminus of the Nizina Glacier. Located in the middle of an unbelievably scenic, glacier-carved valley. The best part? We’ll most likely have it all to ourselves!
- Scenic bush plane flights to & from Nizina Lake
- Paddle around towering white icebergs
- Waterfalls everywhere
- Spot for wildlife
- Expert kayak instruction from your guide
- Escape the crowds, literally
- Unbelievable 360-degree scenery
- Bush plane flights to and from Nizina Lake
- Drysuit
- Floatation device
- Helmet
- Paddle
- River shoes
- Expert guide
- Lunch
- Warm base layers
- warm socks
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Snacks/sack lunch
- Camera
- Gratuity for your guide (10-20% of the trip cost is recommended)
$875 per person
Custom launch dates are also available. Call us @ 907-302-0688 to inquire.
- Accomodation Package
- Additional transport help from Glennallen or Chitina
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Departure Time
6pm
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Be our guest and see this tour for yourself
Take an exciting 4 hour Alaska glacial kayak tour on the Kennicott Glacier Lake paddle among icebergs, hike on the rocky surface of the ancient ice and watch as geology happens before your eyes.
Morning Bush Plane to the terminus of the Nizina Glacier
Spend some time exploring the glacier plain, learn about “pioneer” plant species, and spot bears, fox, and moose in the wide-open dryas fields
Inflate the boats, get our safety gear on and listen to your guides through safety and paddling orientation talk… get stoked!
Paddle among towering white icebergs, check out the numerous wildflowers blooming on the banks, paddle up to the glacier face and jump into the icy waters
Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch in the Alaska wilderness
The Nizina lake area is excellent for both paddling and hiking – Don’t feel we have to spend all day on the boats if you want to get out and do some exploring by land too
Want an ultimate adventure, make it a fly-out base camp, 1, 2, or 3 nights possibilities!
LeeAnn G
We have the BEST time with Violet at McCarthy River Tours & Outfitters this past weekend. The glacier kayaking trip was unbelievably beautiful and an overall epic experience. We brought our young daughter and she had such a great time. Violet has vast experience in glacier science and is a very experienced guide. The whole trip was nothing short of amazing!