Doors-Off Knik Glacier Helicopter Tour
Photograph glaciers, blue pools, and mountain valleys from a doors-off flight
Duration
3 hours
Ideal For
2 to 4 people
Includes
Doors-off flight, 3 landings
Highlights
Take a private doors-off helicopter flight over the Chugach Range, braided river valleys, and glacial terrain. Make three landings for time on lake shorelines, glacier ice, and a high mountain ridge.
- Fly over snow-capped peaks, waterfalls, and braided river valleys
- Land beside a glacial lake with floating icebergs and views of Colony Glacier
- Photograph blue pools, moulins, crevasses, and ice formations on Knik Glacier
- Take in sweeping views of Knik River Valley and surrounding glaciers from Grasshopper Ridge
- Explore alternate winter landing areas when snow depth makes glacier-surface landings unsafe
Important details
- Ages 18+ only
- Weight limit 300 lbs, including clothes and personal gear; travelers over the limit cannot fly and may not receive a refund
Cancellation Policy
Receive a full refund with 7 days' notice. Within 72 hours of your tour time, 50% of booking fees are refunded. No refund for no-shows. Receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
FAQs
Wear seasonal layers, including a warm base layer and a waterproof, windproof outer layer. Wear closed-toe, sturdy shoes with flat soles, ideally waterproof sneakers or hiking shoes with good tread. Bring a hat, gloves, and sunglasses.
Bring a camera or photo device and an empty water bottle to fill with glacier water. Avoid extra clothing or excess baggage because helicopter weight limits restrict what you can bring.
Drone operation requires an FAA Part 107 drone license. Use is at the pilot's discretion based on air traffic on the day of your flight.
Meeting details
3901 S Lindsey Circle, Palmer, AK
