Glacier Discovery Tour

  • Tours begin in Girdwood Alaska, a 50-minute drive from Anchorage. Need a shuttle from Anchorage? We’ll pick you up! Add a shuttle to your tour at checkout.

This 90 minute tour combines a beautiful flight with two landings so you can see it all. Start with a glacier landing, and then fly to a high-elevation ridge or scenic lakeside spot for a second landing with incredible views and great photo opportunities.

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Alaska helicopter tour over glacier
Alaskan Adventure

Take a helicopter ride with two landings: breathtaking mountaintop and glacier views

TOUR AVAILABILITY: Year-Round
DURATION: 90 Minutes
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy

  • Look for wildlife as you fly over mountains and glaciers.

  • Land on a giant glacier, step out and explore the ice.

  • Land again on a mountain ridge or lakeside spot for more incredible photos.

  • Unbelievable views – bring your camera and sunglasses!

  • Breathtaking alpine glaciers, mountain views, and a chance to see wildlife.

  • Helicopters offer the best views from the air.

What to Expect

This a premier scenic experience guaranteed to take your breath away. Your 90-minute tour includes two unforgettable landings for the best of both mountains and glaciers. Perfect choice for family photography.

As you ascend above beautiful Girdwood Valley, the scenery begins. Crest over mountain peaks into the Chugach backcountry where you will explore the most spectacular glaciers of the region. Your pilot will select the most scenic spot for a glacier landing, you’ll step out of the helicopter and venture onto the ice for 10-15 minutes. Next, you’ll fly to a spectacular mountain ridge top for a second landing with a view of vast glacier valleys, or to scenic lakeside destination that makes the perfect backdrop for photos and memories of Alaska.

All tours require a 2 passenger minimum. Solo travelers: if the tour time is not yet booked into, you will not be able to book online. If you run into this, call us and we’ll add you to an existing reservation.

Shuttle service available from Anchorage and Girdwood hotels and B&Bs. If you’re driving, please park in front of our hangar. We ask all guests to arrive 15 minutes prior to your flightseeing tour time for check-in and safety briefing. On the flight you’ll have a great view from every seat, so sit back and relax as you enjoy the incredible scenery. Your professional pilot will provide knowledgeable commentary during your journey. When your helicopter returns, our driver will be waiting to provide a return shuttle to your destination in Girdwood.

Other Important Information

  • 290 lbs weight limit per seat (132 kg).

  • 600 lbs combined 3-passenger weight limit per helicopter.

  • Shuttle service available from Anchorage and Girdwood hotels and B&Bs.

  • Flexible cancellation policy: We offer a full refund up to 7 days before your flight. Cancellations within 7 days are subject to a 50% cancellation fee, and within 24 hours are subject to a 100% cancellation fee. If you or a close contact tests positive for the Coronavirus you can cancel anytime for a full refund up to the day-of your flight, likewise if your travel plans are compromised by any COVID-19 travel restrictions.

  • If our staff cancels due to weather, no charges will apply and you will be fully refunded or rescheduled.

  • Maximum of 6 passengers. We can accommodate larger groups with advance notice (please call).

  • All tours require a 2 passenger minimum. Call us if you are traveling solo, we’ll add you to an existing reservation.

  • Remember to dress in layers for Alaska weather and wear flat, closed-toe footwear (no sandals or heels, please).

Memories that last forever

“The glacier landing was one of our highlights during our Alaska Trip! We never flew in a helicopter prior to this and the pilot really made us feel safe. The views were amazing and they cater to your interest during the flight. Worth every penny!”

Steven • Google Review

“One of my favorite experiences ever. Great company and staff.”

Alessandra • Google Review

“What an amazing experience! The customer service is impeccable, what a wonderful group of people. Even in slightly less than ideal conditions- this was the trip of a lifetime. We did the Prince William Sound tour and it was worth every penny spent. THANK YOU for the great memories we made today!”

Alexandra • Google Review

Helicopter tour landing on mountaintop in Alaska

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Your breathtaking helicopter tour awaits. We can’t overstate how amazing this experience is and hope to see you on one of our helicopters soon!