Fly by helicopter to Knik Glacier for paddleboarding plus ice climbing or trekking
6 hours
Helicopter flight, glacier time
Take a full-day helicopter excursion to Knik Glacier and combine paddleboarding on glacial pools with your choice of ice climbing or glacier trekking. Your guide outfits you with gear and provides water-safety and paddling instruction before you explore the ice.
You will get wet on this excursion, so bring a change of clothes. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian, and you must be comfortable in the water. If you weigh 250 lbs or more, you will be charged an additional fee of $250; guests over 300 lbs will not be permitted to fly.
Full refund with 7 days notice. Within 72 hours of tour time, 50% of booking fees refunded. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No refund for no-shows.
Yes. For this paddleboarding combo, all guests must weigh less than 250 lbs due to paddleboard limitations and drysuit sizing. If you weigh in at or over 250 lbs, you will be charged an additional fee of $250. The helicopter seat weight limit is 300 lbs; 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 as part of the safety protocol.
Arrive 30 minutes before your departure time for a safety briefing, gear sizing, and instructions. If you arrive late, you may not be able to fly and you may not be refunded.
You do not need to know how to swim, but you must be comfortable in the water. You will get wet on this excursion, so bring a change of clothes and thick warm socks.
3901 S Lindsey Circle, Palmer AK 99645
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.
Awesome experience flying with Rigel. Landed at the ice caves and got to walk around
cole Lewis
March 29, 2026
Awesome experience flying with Rigel. Landed at the ice caves and got to walk around
cole Lewis
March 29, 2026