Heli-Hiking

Departs from Alaska Glacier Lodge

Duration

2 hour and 4 hour Options Available

(4 Hour option includes lunch)

About

This is one of our staff favorites because you have time to really experience the stunning beauty of the area. There are dozens of incredible high-alpine locations the are ideally suited for heli hiking. Most of them have a view of at least one glacier, sometimes two or three. Depending on the weather, your speci c interest and your preference for a more leisurely hike or a steep scramble your guide suggests the best location. After a quick gear check we pack up and board the helicopter and whisk you to the location of choice. Your guide will help you out of the helicopter, that zips back to the lodge and complete silence quickly surrounds you. Take in the amazing scenery and go explore with your guide. This tour is all about you: let us know when you would like to stop and take a break, pictures, run up the ridge to see what is back there (more mountains and glaciers, but hey - go for it). We typically have small groups of 2-4 guests, but never more than 6 guests per guide. If you have a larger group we break up into smaller groups with multiple guides in different locations to ensure an optimum wilderness experience and to minimize our impact. Often times we have photographers with tripods, multiple camera bodies and lenses and they usually want to stay close to the landing zone due to the amount of gear they lug along. Your guide is perfectly happy taking it easy and waiting with you for the perfect light, that cloud to move into position, or for the wildlife to get just a bit closer while looking out for your safety.

Tour Highlights:

• Helicopter flight over the majestic Chugach Range, Knik Glacier, Lake George and more
• Includes a guided, above timber line, lunch is provided
• Fly down the Great Gorge of the Knik, awarded National Landmark status for it’s beauty
• Small group size, very personal tour

Total tour time:** 2 hour or 4 hour

Flight time:** approximately 20 minutes, depending on location

TYPES OF HELICOPTERS WE FLY

Alaska Helicopter Tours has multiple 3 passenger Robinson 44s. These helicopters have a per seat limit of 300 lbs and a total combine passenger weight limit of 600 lbs. If your passenger weight exceeds 600lbs or for parties of more than 3 guests, your party may be in 2 or 3 helicopters, but will always be together for the tour. (added bonus is everyone will have a window seat and you can take pictures and video of the other helicopter from the air) If a guest exceeds the 300 lb per seat limit we may have additional helicopter options.

Please call for assistance in booking groups larger than 9 passengers or for additional helicopter options.

Important Information

CHECK IN IS 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR DEPARTURE TIME

If you fail to check in on time, your tour may be shortened or rescheduled, so please make sure you give yourself plenty of time to drive to the departure location**!

You are going on a Flight-seeing Hiking adventure, so please be well prepared and bring the following items:

RECOMMENDED TO BRING/WEAR

SUMMER (May 1 - September 19)

• Sturdy footwear like hiking boots or athletic shoes, no heels or open toe shoes please
• Wind & waterproof outer layer
• Warm layer like wool or fleece
• Hat that covers your ears
• Thin gloves
• Sunglasses
• Water

PROHIBITED ITEMS

BEAR SPRAY

LIGHTERS

BATTERY PACKS

LOADED GUNS

LOOSE STRAPS - Purse or camera straps need to be placed around your neck

PASSENGER WEIGHTS

To safely balance the weight distribution of the aircraft, it’s essential that we have accurate weights for all guests. We request your weight at the time of booking so we can plan how to combine parties on the same flight and map out seating. When you check-in at our base for your flight, we confirm all passenger weights by weighing you at that time. If we are unable to fly a guest due to an inaccurate weight provided at the time of booking, no refund will be made.

Weight and balance of helicopters is an important part of our safety program. Seating is assigned based on weight and balance following guidelines which have been approved by the FAA. We cannot guarantee seats as the weight of guests must be balanced within the aircraft.

Please note that each guest weighing 250 lbs. or more must pay a $150 comfort surcharge to block off an additional seat for weight and balance purposes. Any gusts 300lbs or more must call our reservations team to make the Reservations ration to secure the larger Astar Helicopter.

Our pilots will deliver the best viewing experience they can, in the safest manner possible, under the current local weather conditions. We cannot guarantee what you will see on your tour and we must abide by any FAA issued regulations such as temporary flight restrictions that may be in place at the time of flying.

CANCELLATION POLICY

If you need to cancel you will receive a full refund on tours cancelled 72 hours or more prior to departure date. Bookings cancelled 72 hours or less are non-refundable but you have the option to reschedule for any future date. If you do not show up or are late for your tour without notifying us 24 hours prior to departure you will forfeit any payments. If we need to cancel due to weather or other safety related matters we will of course refund you 100%.

ALL CANCELLATION REQUESTS MUST BE SENT VIA EMAIL TO [email protected]

✅ Your Tour is Confirmed!

We’re excited to fly with you and share this unforgettable glacier experience.

📍 Departure Location- 1 Hour North of Anchorage

Alaska Glacier Lodge

29979 E Knik River Road

Palmer, AK 99645

⏰ Check-In

Please arrive 1 hour prior to your scheduled departure time.

A photo I.D. is required for all adult guests at check-in.

🧊 What to Bring / Dress For

Glacier conditions are cooler than in town — please dress in layers and sturdy closed-toe footwear.

In winter, warm boots, gloves, and a hat are recommended.

🎒 Bags & Personal Items

For safety, backpacks and bags are not permitted on the helicopter.

Phones/cameras, water bottles, and small personal items are welcome.

🚫 Not Allowed

Drones • Bear Spray • Lighters • Battery Packs • Firearms

⚖️ Passenger Weights

All guests are discreetly weighed at check-in for weight and balance purposes. Seating is assigned based on weights and cannot be pre-selected. Under-reporting weights can lead to a cancelled or rescheduled tour.

🚁 Helicopters

We fly Robinson R44, R66, and AStar helicopters.

Aircraft type is not guaranteed unless a private helicopter is booked.

Groups of 2+ may be split between aircraft but will remain together on tour.

🧭 Etiquette & Safety

Your safety is our top priority. Flights may be delayed or rescheduled if weather conditions change.

Please return to the helicopter promptly when instructed by your pilot to avoid delays or additional charges.

Your pilot will select the safest landing area and route based on weather and FAA flight restrictions.

🏦 Did you reserve your tour with a deposit?

The outstanding balance will be processed three days before your scheduled tour.

If you have any questions before your tour, visit our FAQ page or call us at 907-272-7777 — we’re available 7 days a week.

Thank you for choosing to fly with us — we look forward to sharing this adventure with you!

The Alaska Helicopter Tours Team