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    Knik Glacier 4-Hour Helicopter & Guided Trek

    Fly to Knik Glacier and trek on the ice with a private guide

    5.0 stars• 671 reviews
    From$1,121incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    4 hours

    Ideal For

    2-4 people

    Includes

    Flight, glacier trek, guide

    Highlights

    Take a private helicopter flight to Knik Glacier, then learn basic glacier travel skills as you trek across the ice with an experienced guide. Spend about 4 hours total, with at least 40 minutes of flight time and over 3 hours on the glacier.

    • Fly By helicopter for at least 40 minutes roundtrip
    • Trek With a guide across Knik Glacier for about 3 hours 30 minutes
    • Learn Practice basic glacier travel skills with provided equipment
    • Explore Deep crevasses, ice walls, and blue ice formations
    • Snack Enjoy light snacks and warm drinks during your excursion

    What's Included

    • Private flight and trekking adventure for your booking party
    • Glacier guide
    • Snacks and hot drinks
    • Mountaineering boots
    • Helmet
    • Harness
    • Crampons

    Things to know

    Guests must be age 10+; guests under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. The helicopter seat weight limit is 300 lbs; guests over 300 lbs will not be permitted to fly and no refund will be given. Guests who weigh in at or over 250 lbs are charged an additional $250 fee, and parties exceeding the aircraft’s total weight limits may incur an additional $250 fee.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 7 days notice. Within 72 hours of the designated tour time, 50% of booking fees will be refunded. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No refund for no-shows.

    FAQs

    Arrive 30 minutes before your departure time for your safety briefing, gear sizing, and check-in.

    Wear layers and dress for changing conditions. Bring an outer waterproof/windproof layer, a warm base layer, hat, gloves, warm socks, and sunglasses. Pack light because helicopter weight limits don’t allow excess baggage.

    You get mountaineering boots, a harness, a helmet, and crampons.

    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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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Private Flight - Number of Passengers

    $1,121.61

    2-4 Passengers •

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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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