Fly a Helicopter Tour Over Knik Glacier From Palmer
Fly over the Chugach Range and land on Knik Glacier ice
Duration
1 hour 40 minutes
Includes
Helicopter flight, glacier landing
Highlights
Explore southcentral Alaska by helicopter as you fly over mountain peaks and river valleys, then land on Knik Glacier to walk on the ice with your pilot/guide. Choose one landing location and take in glacier features like blue pools, moulins, crevasses, and ice formations.
- Take a 70-minute helicopter flight over the Chugach Range and Prince William Sound
- Land once at a location of your choice and spend 30 minutes on the ground
- Walk on glacial ice and explore surface features with your pilot/guide
- Look for views of waterfalls, iceberg-filled lakes, and Alaska wilderness from the air
- Fly year-round with winter landings adjusted for snow and safety conditions
What's Included
- 70 minutes of flight time
- 30 minutes at the landing location with pilot/guide
- Micro-spikes
Things to know
Seat weight limit is 300 lbs; guests over 300 lbs cannot fly and may receive no refund. Exact weight is checked at check-in, and seating may be assigned for weight and balance. If your group exceeds aircraft total weight limits, an additional $250 fee may apply for extra aircraft.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 7 days notice. Within 72 hours of your tour time, 50% of booking fees refunded. Full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No refund for no-shows.
FAQs
Plan for a strict 300 lb seat weight limit; if you weigh over 300 lbs, you will not be permitted to fly and no refund will be given. Your actual weight is taken at check-in (including gear), and your seat may be assigned for proper weight and balance.
Yes. The R44 (3-passenger) helicopter has a combined passenger weight limit of 650 lbs, and the R66 (4-passenger) helicopter has a combined passenger weight limit of 900 lbs. If your party exceeds the aircraft total weight limit and needs multiple helicopters or larger aircraft, an additional $250 fee applies.
Wear layers and sturdy, closed-toe shoes with a flat sole. In summer, bring a waterproof wind layer, sunglasses, sunscreen, an empty water bottle, and (if you plan to do the glacier plunge) a change of clothes. In winter, bring a warm waterproof jacket, gloves, a hat that covers your ears, warm sturdy closed-toe shoes, and sunglasses.
Meeting details
3901 S Lindsey Circle, Palmer AK 99645
