4-Hour Helicopter Glacier Trek in Seward
Fly to a remote glacier and trek on ancient ice in a small group
Duration
4 hours
Includes
Helicopter flight, guided trek
Highlights
Take a scenic helicopter flight from Seward, then land beside a remote glacier for a guided trek on the ice with provided gear. Your guide tailors the walk to your skill level as you explore crevasses, melt pools, and ice formations.
- Soar over Kenai Fjords National Park and Resurrection Bay on a scenic flight
- Land next to a remote glacier for a guided hike on the ice
- Explore crevasses, blue melt pools, and towering ice spires
- Learn about glacier dynamics and changing ice formations from your guide
- Choose a moderate walk or a more adventurous route based on your skill level
- Join a small group for personalized attention throughout the tour
What's Included
- Helicopter flight
- Guided glacier hike with Kenai Backcountry Adventures
- Crampons
- Trekking poles
- Trail snacks
Things to know
Each seat has a 300 lb weight limit, and guests weighing 250 lbs or more must pay a $150 comfort surcharge to block an additional seat. Seating is assigned by weight and balance, and all guests are weighed at check-in; backpacks and bags are not permitted on the helicopter.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 72+ hours’ notice. Inside 72 hours: non-refundable. Changes within 72 hours are subject to a change fee. Weather cancellations are fully refunded or rescheduled.
FAQs
Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Bring a photo ID for all adult guests at check-in.
Dress in weather-resistant layers and wear sturdy closed-toe footwear (no heels or open-toe shoes). For summer (May 15–September 15), bring a wind and waterproof outer layer, a warm layer (wool or fleece), a hat that covers your ears, thin gloves, sunglasses, and water.
No. Backpacks and bags aren’t permitted on the helicopter. You can bring phones/cameras, water bottles, and small personal items.
Meeting details
11385 Seward Highway Seward, AK 99664
