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    Glacier Paddleboarding Tour in Palmer

    Helicopter to Knik Glacier for guided paddleboarding in blue melt pools

    5.0 stars• 671 reviews
    From$1,230/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    4 Hours

    Includes

    Helicopter flight, Guide, Gear

    Highlights

    Fly by helicopter to Knik Glacier, then paddleboard in glacier pools with a guide and all required gear. No experience is necessary, and you’ll have time to walk around and explore ice features on the glacier.

    • Fly over the Chugach Range and braided river valleys to land on glacial ice
    • Paddleboard with guide instruction in glacier pools
    • Explore crevasses, ice walls, moulins, and blue ice formations on foot
    • Use provided drysuit, personal flotation device, helmet, microspikes, paddle, and board
    • Snack and warm drinks included; Bring your own lunch if you don’t buy a lunch pack

    What's Included

    • Helicopter flight
    • Guide instruction
    • Drysuit
    • Neoprene boots
    • Personal flotation device
    • Helmet
    • Microspikes
    • Paddle
    • Paddleboard
    • Light snacks
    • Warm drinks

    Things to know

    Ages 10+ and under 230 lb required based on available gear; any passenger who weighs in at or over 250 lb is charged an additional $250. If your party exceeds aircraft total weight limits and needs multiple helicopters or larger aircraft, an additional $250 fee applies.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 7 days notice. Within 72 hours of your tour time, 50% of booking fees refunded. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No refund for no-shows without calling.

    FAQs

    Join if you’re age 10+ and comfortable in the water. Paddleboard and drysuit sizing require you to weigh under 250 lb; if you weigh in at or over 250 lb at check-in, an additional $250 fee applies.

    Wear layered clothing, plus an outer waterproof/windproof layer. Bring a hat, gloves, warm socks, and sunglasses. Wear closed-toe, sturdy shoes with a flat sole (waterproof sneakers or hiking shoes with good tread work best). Bring an empty water bottle and a sack lunch if you don’t purchase a lunch pack.

    You may bring a drone, but you need a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 drone license to operate it, and use is at the pilot’s discretion based on air traffic.

    Meeting details

    3901 S Lindsey Circle, Palmer AK 99645

    Experience provided by Outbound Heli Adventures
    Experience provided by Outbound Heli Adventures

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    General Passenger

    $1,230.61

    Solo Travelers- Please note that we may reach out to reschedule your time if a 2 person minimum is not met.

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    Paddleboarding Child

    $1,230.61

    10-17

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    671 reviews•Google Maps

    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Awesome experience flying with Rigel. Landed at the ice caves and got to walk around

    Photo of cole Lewis

    cole Lewis

    March 29, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Awesome experience flying with Rigel. Landed at the ice caves and got to walk around

    Photo of cole Lewis

    cole Lewis

    March 29, 2026

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