If you don't have the time, or the expertise required, to go on a glacier expedition on foot, a helicopter tour is a great way to see the glaciers surrounding Anchorage. This tour takes you over spectacular scenery and makes three landings—one alpine, one on an ice wall, and one in the middle of Knik Glacier—where you can get out and explore with your guide. You also have the possibility of seeing mountain goats, Dall sheep, moose, and, in the summer months, bears and wolves. Note: in winter, the helicopter lands next to the glacier.
- Explore a glacier without the effort of hiking and climbing
- Walk on Knik Glacier in the company of a guide who can answer questions
- Choice of several departure times to suit your schedule
- A small group means fewer people on the helicopter
What To Expect
Knik River
Fly up the beautiful Knik River Valley to the massive Knik Glacier.
• Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Total weight per passenger: 450 lbs
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Infants must sit on laps
Wheelchair accessible
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Operates in all safe weather conditions, please dress appropriately
CHECK IN is 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. If you arrive late, your tour may be shortened or rescheduled and additional cost may be applicable.
SERVICE ANIMALS are permitted if they are secured in a crate only. Call for specifications
Restaurant Service is available on site May 1 – September 30. Snacks are available year round for purchase.
WINTER TOURS – October – April -we are unable to land on top of the glacier due to snow cover. We will land next to the glaciers near the massive ice formations
Guests 300lbs or over require our Astar Helicopter to fly. This is not available for every time/day.Please call direct to assure we have that helicopter available to accommodate prior to booking.
Comfort surcharge applied for anyone over 250lbs. This allows us to block out an additional seat for safety and comfort
Alaska Helicopter Tours has Robinson 44s and ASTAR helicopters. We never guarantee the type of helicopter you will be flying in unless a private helicopter option is purchased. Parties with multiple separate bookings, or parties over 2 passengers may be in 2 helicopters, but will always be together for the tour.
NOT PERMITTED: DRONES-SMOKING ITEMS (VAPES/LIGHTERS/E-CIG)-FIREARMS-BAGS/BACKPACKS/LOOSE STRAPS – please leave all bags in the vehicle or we do have lockers to store them
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Max group – 9
