ESSENTIALS OF GLACIER PACKAGES

Combine luxury lodging, breathtaking landscapes, and immersive field education for an unforgettable Glacier National Park experience. Whether you’re marveling at the majestic peaks or exploring serene lakes, our Essentials of Glacier Packages bring together comfort, learning, and exploration.

Why Choose Our Essentials of Glacier Packages?

4-Night Stay at Historic Lodges

Stay at the iconic Many Glacier Hotel or charming Lake McDonald Lodge. Enjoy timeless comfort in the heart of Glacier National Park’s awe-inspiring landscapes.

Meals Included

From hearty breakfasts and thoughtful to-go lunches to fulfilling dinners, we’ve got your meals covered so you can focus on adventure.

Seamless Transportation

No need to worry about logistics. With in-park transportation via a 14-passenger minibus, you’ll effortlessly explore Glacier’s must-see destinations.

Immersive Educational Programming

Learn from the best! Join Glacier Institute Outdoor Education Specialists for field programs that will deepen your understanding of Glacier National Park’s ecosystems, wildlife, and history. With these packages limited to 14 participants only, it doesn’t get much more personalized than this.

A Gift to Remember

Enjoy a complimentary Nalgene water bottle and exclusive access to high-powered scopes and binoculars from Zeiss Optics to bring the park’s beauty up close.

Create Memories That Last a Lifetime

Discover why Glacier National Park is celebrated as the “Crown of the Continent.” Experience wildlife, glaciers, and adventure like never before with this carefully crafted package.

What’s Included

Essentials of Glacier: Many Glacier Hotel, July 22–26, 2025

• Four (4) nights at Many Glacier Hotel in a Value Room
• Three (3) boxed lunches, three (3) restaurant breakfasts, and three (3) restaurant dinners per guest
• All in-park transportation
• One (1) welcome gift per person

Day One

• 6:00pm Guest orientation to Glacier with Glacier Institute Instruction
• Overnight stay at Many Glacier Hotel

Day Two

• Breakfast Coupon for Ptarmigan’s Dining Room
• Iceberg Lake hike; boxed lunch included in field
• Dinner Coupon for Ptarmigan’s Dining Room or Swiss Lounge
• Overnight stay at Many Glacier Hotel

Day Three

• Breakfast Coupon for Ptarmigan’s Dining Room
• Redrock Falls hike; boxed lunch included in field
• Dinner Coupon for Ptarmigan’s Dining Room or Swiss Lounge
• Overnight stay at Many Glacier Hotel

Day Four

• Breakfast Coupon for Ptarmigan’s Dining Room
• Grinnell Glacier hike; boxed lunch included in field
• Dinner Coupon for Ptarmigan’s Dining Room or Swiss Lounge
• Overnight stay at Many Glacier Hotel

Day Five

• Check-out by 11:00 a.m.

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Price: $4712 total (double occupancy – $2,356 per person)

Essentials of Glacier: Lake McDonald Lodge, September 8–12, 2025

• Four (4) nights at Many Glacier Hotel in a Cabin
• Three (3) boxed lunches, three (3) restaurant breakfasts, and three (3) restaurant dinners per guest
• All in-park transportation
• One (1) welcome gift per person

Day One

• 6:00pm Guest orientation to Glacier with Glacier Institute Instruction
• Overnight stay at Lake McDonald Lodge

Day Two

• Breakfast Coupon for Russell’s Fireside Dining Room
• Avalanche Creek Trail hike; boxed lunch included in field
• Dinner Coupon for Russell’s Fireside Dining Room or Lucke’s Lounge
• Overnight stay at Lake McDonald Lodge

Day Three

• Breakfast Coupon for Russell’s Fireside Dining Room
• Hidden Lake Overlook hike; boxed lunch included in field
• Dinner Coupon for Russell’s Fireside Dining Room or Lucke’s Lounge
• Overnight stay at Lake McDonald Lodge

Day Four

• Breakfast Coupon for Ptarmigan’s Dining Room
• Highline to Haystack Butte hike; boxed lunch included in field
• Dinner Coupon for Ptarmigan’s Dining Room or Swiss Lounge
• Overnight stay at Many Glacier Hotel

Day Five

• Check-out by 11:00 a.m.

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Price: $4461 total (double occupancy – $2,231 per person)

All participating guests must be 18+ and able to participate in moderate and strenuous hiking. There are a maximum of 14 adults allowed for these packages and all rooms are double-occupancy only (two adults per room, maximum).

Boxed Lunch Options/Dietary Restrictions

Upon arrival, package participants complete and provide boxed lunch order forms the night prior to their boxed lunch pickup, and can discuss gluten-free or vegetarian alternative(s) during this time. See detailed menu for inclusions on all sandwiches.

• Roast Beef & Cheddar Cheese on Rye Bread
• Turkey & Swiss Cheese
• Falafel Wrap (VEG)
• Peanut Butter & Jelly (VEG)
• Fresh Garden Salad (VEG/GLUTEN-FREE)
• All lunch boxes include: napkins, piece of fruit, bottled water, one cookie, bag of chips, mustard and mayonnaise packets.
• Boxed lunch items may vary

These packages involve moderate to strenuous hikes, and we do not offer ADA-accessible hikes at this time. Glacier National Park has limited ADA-accessible trails, so we encourage guests to consider this when booking to ensure the best experience possible.