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    Knik Glacier Helicopter Landing From Palmer

    Fly from Alaska Glacier Lodge and step onto the Knik Glacier in about an hour

    5.0 stars• 2K reviews
    From$685/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1 hour

    Includes

    Helicopter flight, landing, crampons

    Highlights

    Take a scenic helicopter flight from Alaska Glacier Lodge to the Knik Glacier and land for time on the ice with your pilot/guide. Spend about 30 minutes exploring glacier features before your return flight.

    • Check in at Alaska Glacier Lodge near Palmer
    • Fly over the Chugach Range, Knik Glacier, and Colony Glacier
    • Land on or beside the glacier based on conditions
    • Explore on foot with your pilot/guide for about 30 minutes
    • Use provided crampons or microspikes for traction on the ice
    • Follow safety rules including no backpacks or bags on the helicopter

    What's Included

    • Helicopter flightseeing and glacier landing
    • Pilot/guide
    • Crampons or microspikes
    • Safety briefing

    Things to know

    A 6% online booking fee applies to reservations made online—confirm total cost with Greetwell before booking. Guests 250 lbs. or more must pay a $150 comfort surcharge for an extra seat, and all guests are weighed at check-in. Backpacks and bags are not permitted on the helicopter.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 24+ hours’ notice. Inside 24 hours: non-refundable. Changes within 24 hours are subject to a change fee. Weather cancellations are fully refunded or rescheduled. If booked through a third-party or affiliate, contact them directly for changes or refunds.

    FAQs

    Arrive 45 minutes before your scheduled departure time. If you check in late, your tour may be shortened, rescheduled, or canceled with no refund.

    Dress in layers and wear sturdy closed-toe footwear. In summer, bring a windproof/waterproof outer layer, warm mid-layer (wool or fleece), hat, thin gloves, and sunglasses. In winter, bring warm winter boots, a thick jacket, warm under-layers, a hat, thick gloves, and sunglasses.

    Do not bring backpacks or bags on the helicopter; items must fit in your pockets. You may bring small items like phones/cameras and water bottles. Secure loose straps (for example, place purse or camera straps around your neck).

    Meeting details

    29979 East Knik River Road, Palmer AK 99645

    Experience provided by Alaska Helicopter Tours
    Experience provided by Alaska Helicopter Tours

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    2K reviews•Google Maps
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    Nate has clearly mastered the art of creating magical northern lights experiences in Fairbanks. Travelers consistently praise his exceptional customer service and flexibility, particularly his generous 24-hour cancellation policy that sets him apart from other tour operators. He doesn't just take groups to crowded viewing spots but finds secluded locations with clear skies, often setting up on frozen lakes with warming fires, hot drinks, reindeer sausages (with vegetarian options), and s'mores. His ability to read weather patterns and adapt plans on the fly means guests have the best possible chance of seeing the aurora. What makes Nate stand out is how he juggles everything seamlessly. He's building fires, cooking food, capturing stunning photos that arrive in your inbox by morning, spotting wildlife along the way, and still managing to give personalized attention to each guest. The tours often run late into the night or early morning, with Nate continuing to check for aurora activity even on the drive back. Beyond northern lights hunting, he also guides trips to Chena Hot Springs and the ice museum, sharing his extensive knowledge about Alaska throughout. Groups ranging from kids to seniors have felt comfortable and well-cared-for, with extras like blankets, mittens, and warming pads provided when needed.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    The best day ever! Jimmy was amazing and answered all our questions. We got to meet all the dogs and give them plenty of pats. The team got us all geared up with snow boots. Just remarkable an experience of a life time. We saw a mummy bear with her cubs well three black dots on the hill. 🤣 A big thanks to Sam for the flight up and commentary. We feel very lucky to have been able have this once in a lifetime experience. and couldn’t recommend it more, come with an open mind and open heart these guys and girls are working in extreme conditions to keep us safe and to still give us a taste of the dog sledding life. Huge thanks 🤩

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    Emma Yates

    May 23, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    The best day ever! Jimmy was amazing and answered all our questions. We got to meet all the dogs and give them plenty of pats. The team got us all geared up with snow boots. Just remarkable an experience of a life time. We saw a mummy bear with her cubs well three black dots on the hill. 🤣 A big thanks to Sam for the flight up and commentary. We feel very lucky to have been able have this once in a lifetime experience. and couldn’t recommend it more, come with an open mind and open heart these guys and girls are working in extreme conditions to keep us safe and to still give us a taste of the dog sledding life. Huge thanks 🤩

    Photo of Emma Yates

    Emma Yates

    May 23, 2026

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