Helicopter Flightseeing and Glacier Landing Tour

*No experience necessary!*

Rates

Passenger (Ages 7+):** $388

Duration

2 Hours & 15 Minutes

Please book your tour at least one hour after your ship's arrival time. The tour should conclude no less than 45 minutes before your ship's departure time. If your ship’s port time changes after you have booked your tour, please contact us.

Activity Level

Light

About

Short Description:

Soar above the old-growth trees of the Tongass National Rainforest to the snow-capped Juneau Icefield on this personalized helicopter flightseeing tour. Land on one of the icefied’s stunning glaciers, carefully selected by your pilot, and explore its pristine surface on foot. Drink pure glacial water straight from the source from one of the many azure pools you’ll encounter. With viewing opportunities of the glacier’s deep blue crevasess and the surrounding mountain peaks, this tour is sure to be a highlight of your Alaskan experience.

Long Description:

This adventure begins with a short drive from downtown Juneau to our private heliport on Douglas Island. Here, you will be outfitted with glacier overboots, wind/rain protective pants, and a flotation device. Our professional staff will provide a thorough safety briefing before helping you load into one of our A-Star helicopters.

Your pilot will choose one of many scenic routes to fly over the lush Tongass National Rainforest and dramatic mountain peaks surrounding flows of ice. Next, you’ll land on one of the many local glaciers where photo opportunities abound. Your pilot will guide your 30-minute exploration of the surface where you will enjoy discovering the natural features of the glacier. After exploring the surface of the glacier, your pilot will return you on a short, scenic flight back to our heliport. Our comfortable vans will then return you to your pick-up point.

This tour is designed for most ages and physical abilities to enjoy with a light amount of walking over relatively flat to rolling terrain.

ABILITY

• No previous experience is necessary, this tour is suitable for all.
• Participants should be able to stand and walk for 30 minutes

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy sweeping views of the massive Juneau Icefield and Tongass National Forest on your helicopter flight.
• Experience some of the glacier’s most stunning features as our pilots guide your glacial exploration.
• Drink pure glacial water straight from the source from one of the many pristine pools you’ll encounter.
• Spend time taking in the scenery and capturing perfect photos for memories that are sure to last a lifetime.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 7 years old.
• Must be able to walk unassisted for 30 minutes on moderately flat but uneven terrain.
• Due to safety protocol, we do not allow selfie sticks, iPads, or drones on this tour.

Hello,

Thank you for booking your Helicopter Flightseeing & Glacier Landing Tour with NorthStar Helicopters! This is your confirmation email.

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Please call us at 907-586-2030 on the morning of your trip to reconfirm the time and transportation arrangements.

If you are arriving by cruise ship and selected the Goldbelt Tram as your pickup location, please meet us in the Goldbelt Tram parking lot at 490 S. Franklin Street. A dock representative may be there to greet you and assist with check-in. If a representative is not present, please meet your driver in the large U-shaped parking lot beneath the tram cables. Look for a white van with NorthStar Helicopters displayed on the side.

If you selected an alternative pickup location, such as a hotel, please confirm the location with our reception team when you call on the day of your tour.

As you prepare for your trip with us please bring or wear the following

items:

• Comfortable pants
• Long-sleeved shirt
• Insulating layer for your upper body, a fleece jacket or vest, a sweater or a sweatshirt
• Socks that come up to mid-calf
• Sunglasses
• Camera

We provide the following items:

• Rain jacket
• Rain pants
• Overboots that slip on over your shoes

Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions regarding your reservation. Thank you for choosing NorthStar Helicopters.