TRIP DETAILS

This trip departs from our Yurt located at the Hotel Alyeska in Girdwood. This small crag we use is a short walk from the Hotel, hidden in the lush rainforest. There are several routes from 5.6 to 5.12. We have taught hundreds of climbers here in the last 10 years!

May-Sept: 10am and 3pm Daily
Trips are 3 to 4 hours
Ages: 3 and up
Advanced reservations of at least 1 week are recommended
Guests will be required to fill out a Climbing Application and sign our waiver
Groups: Call for quote & details.
2 person Minimum, unless hired privately.

Full Day Rock: $189/person

Full day guiding may be on the Seward Highway or at Hatcher Pass. Please bring everything listed as well as a trail lunch. 10am-6pm.

Private Rock Climbing Instruction/Guide: $400

For those who wish to have a one on one or less structured learning environment, we offer all day private instruction and guiding. All aspects of climbing are open to exploration. Examples include: anchor building, lead climbing, natural protection placement, technique, mixed climbing, aid climbing and focus techniques. You set the pace.

Private 1/2 day: $200

Learn to Rock Climb at Alyeska Resort- Girdwood, Alaska

At Alyeska Resort in beautiful Girdwood AK, you can learn to Rock Climb at Tram Rock! This creek side crag is nestled deep in the forest right under the Tram cables. Our 3 hour "top-roped" climbing experience is just a 10 minute hike from The Alyeska Hotel.

While there are intermediate and advanced routes available at the "Winner Creek Crag" (Tram Rock), this environment is perfect for beginners and fun for the whole family! Please expect to sign our waiver (below), bring sturdy footwear, water, a snack, your camera and appropriate clothing. No previous climbing experience is necessary, and all gear is provided.

Learn to Climb: $129/person ($89/Child under 10)

We accept Visa and Mastercard.

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What our clients say about this tour

"What an awesome experience!! Who said you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Thanks!" The Rosenbaums, South Hampton, NY

Testimonials:

"I had the most amazing time
on Alyeska glacier and it was
just Ryan and myself. He is just
such a great guy and we had
the best afternoon imaginable!"

Dianne Norris, AU

"The Glacier Hike was
the best experience
our family had in Alaska!"

Sharon Smith, NC

"The rainforest hike was really
interesting and wonderful with
a kind guide. The landscape is
amazing, something to
remember. We LOVED it!"

Mercedes and Maria, Spain

"Beautiful terrain, a
very competent and helpful
guide! Absolutly loved the trip!"

Satyam, Anchita, Soumitra,
Abha, Ankur and Ashi, India

"It was a very good experience
going glacier hiking. I enjoyed
learning about the glacier
ecosystem."

John and Scott, Hammond, LA

"Awesome hike with Amy.
She is a great guide. Learned a lot.
The scenery is so beautiful,
I can't wait to come back!"

Bruce and Elise

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