Fly to two remote landing spots for your 3-hour helicopter elopement
3 Hours
Up to 4 people
R66 helicopter, 2 landings
Take a 3-hour R66 helicopter flight from Palmer for an intimate elopement with two landings in the Knik Glacier area. Choose your landing locations with your pilot based on conditions and safety.
Seat weight limit is 300 lbs per person and total passenger + gear limit is 900 lbs for the R66. If your group exceeds limits and needs multiple helicopters or larger aircraft, an additional fee applies—clarify the amount with Greetwell before booking. Drones require an FAA Part 107 drone license and are subject to pilot discretion.
Cancel 24 hours after booking and up to 7 days before departure: $500 fee. Cancel 7 days to 72 hours before: 50% refund. Cancel within 72 hours: no refund. Full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Plan for a strict 300 lb seat weight limit per person. The R66 has a total combined passenger + gear limit of 900 lbs. You’ll be weighed at check-in as part of the safety protocol, and seating may be assigned based on weight and balance.
If your party exceeds the aircraft’s total weight limit and needs multiple helicopters or a larger aircraft, an additional fee may apply. The source information is inconsistent on the amount ($250 in one place; not specified in another), so clarify the exact fee with Greetwell before booking.
Yes, but you must have a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 drone license to operate it. Drone use is also at the pilot’s discretion based on air traffic the day of your flight.
3901 S Lindsey Circle, Palmer AK 99645
With a perfect rating across hundreds of reviews, this helicopter tour operation delivers consistently exceptional glacier experiences. Guests rave about the Knik glacier flights with glacier landings that allow 30 minutes to explore and photograph the stunning blue ice. The pilots—particularly Evan, Logan, and Christine—receive enthusiastic praise for their smooth flying, knowledge of the terrain, and willingness to go the extra mile, like landing on icebergs or flying through canyons to spot wildlife. The staff, especially Carly and Caroline, make everyone feel comfortable and handle logistics seamlessly, including round-trip transport. The experience works beautifully for everything from standard sightseeing to special occasions like wedding elopements. Travelers appreciate the excellent communication, particularly regarding weather conditions, and note that the flights are surprisingly smooth even for those worried about motion sickness. Multiple international visitors specifically mention how welcoming and accommodating the team is. This consistently ranks as a top Alaska adventure and a genuine once-in-a-lifetime experience that's worth every penny.
Awesome experience flying with Rigel. Landed at the ice caves and got to walk around
cole Lewis
March 29, 2026
Awesome experience flying with Rigel. Landed at the ice caves and got to walk around
cole Lewis
March 29, 2026