Misty Fjords Flightseeing

Misty Fjords National Monument, a new high in discovering Alaska scenery!

Duration

1 Hour of transportation/orientation and 1 hour flight

About

Fly through the Misty Fjords National Monument on a once-in-a-lifetime floatplane adventure.

Wondering what to do in Ketchikan? We’ll fly you up and over the most breathtaking Alaska scenery you may ever see. During your 60-minute flight you’ll have an eagle’s eye view of Misty Fjords National Monument, a land of awesome natural beauty and rugged grandeur that’s best seen by air.

From your window seat you can follow your route with a detailed map. All the while you’ll hear commentary in your headset describing where you are and what you’re seeing.

What it’s really like to see the Misty Fjords by air.

Here’s how your Misty Fjords floatplane tour will look and feel. Imagine yourself in a flawlessly maintained DeHavilland Beaver or Otter. A highly trained, experienced bush pilot is at the controls. You are on top of the world, with the Misty Fjords National Monument sparkling below. This ice-rimmed wilderness was slowly carved out by massive glaciers tens of thousands of years ago. You’ll see cascading waterfalls, jewel-like lakes, and abundant wildlife. Lock your eyes on sheer walls of granite plunging over 3,000 feet into the fjords, lush forests of spruce, hemlock and cedar clinging to snowcapped peaks.

All in all, flightseeing over this pristine wilderness may be the highlight of your trip.

Please Note: The weather is always part of your flight plan. You may see New Eddystone Rock and Big Goat Lake to the South or Neets Bay and Bell Island Hot Springs to the North, depending on how the weather alters your route. As you might expect, this is another aspect of watching out for your safety. We are a Five Star Medallion Shield carrier. Without going into too much detail, let’s just say we are recognized for our distinguished safety and maintenance record.

More Info

Passenger names and weights are required by the FAA for weight and balance calculations and flight manifesting. To ensure aircraft weight and balance is within operating parameters, *guests weighing 250 lbs. (clothed weight) or more must pay an additional surcharge of $168 over the published fare direct to the tour operator. Children under the age of 2 are considered a lap child and do not require a ticket. Children ages 2 and older must have ticket purchased as per regulations.

We do have minimum guest that must be on a plane for tour to run. If it is not met you can be subject to time change.

Thank you for making a booking! We can't wait to see you soon.

Meeting Location

• We will pick you up by the large bronze statue and famous rain gauge next to the Visitor's Bureau on berth 2 (please be looking for a sign with KAWANTI ADVENTURES Misty Fjords Flightseeing) in downtown Ketchikan.

View Tour Meeting Point Map.pdf

• If you have any difficulty finding our meeting point, you can either call our office at 907-225-8400 or ask someone on the pier as it is a well known meeting location.
• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to avoid being late.

WARD COVE GUESTS

• Enter the welcome center and look for a green sign with yellow right on the right by the bathrooms in front of the large doors.

Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns regarding your tour or reservation. Thanks again and we look forward to seeing you this summer.

We ask that you check in 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time.

AFTER THE TOUR YOU WILL BE TAKEN BACK TO YOUR SHIP

Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns regarding your tour or reservation. Thanks again and we look forward to seeing you this summer.

More Info

Passenger names and weights are required by the FAA for weight and balance calculations and flight manifesting. To ensure aircraft weight and balance is within operating parameters, *guests weighing 250 lbs. (clothed weight) or more must pay an additional surcharge of $168 over the published fare direct to the tour operator. Children under the age of 2 are considered a lap child and do not require a ticket. Children ages 2 and older must have ticket purchased as per regulations.

Flights require check-in thirty (30) minutes prior to departure at the designated meeting location. Flights will close 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. After a flight closes:

Seats for passengers who have not checked in may be released to stand-by passengers. Passengers not checked in by 20 minutes prior to departure time will be considered no show.

Aircraft may depart prior to the scheduled departure time.

Baggage: All passengers will be limited to one small purse or camera bag at pilot’s description. Tote’s will be provided at flight terminal to store extra items. Food may not be permitted on bear viewing tours. Oversized and bulky items including wheelchairs, stroller’s, mobility devices must be left at the flight terminal. All baggage is subject to inspection by Taquan Air. The suitability of baggage, as to weight, size and character, to be carried in the passenger compartment of the aircraft will be determined solely by Taquan Air.

What to bring

Non-slip shoes, layered clothing and rain gear recommended.