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    Take a Private 1-Hour Helicopter Tour in Alaska

    Private 60-minute helicopter flight with custom route options

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

    Duration

    60 minutes

    Ideal For

    2-4 people

    Highlights

    Cover more ground on a private 60-minute helicopter flight over Alaska landscapes. Choose your flight path and take in mountain peaks, waterfalls, glacial terrain, and iceberg-filled lakes from the air.

    • Fly for 60 minutes on a private helicopter tour
    • Choose a flight path based on what you want to see
    • View mountain peaks, waterfalls, and glacial terrain from above
    • Look for local wildlife during your flight
    • Arrive 30 minutes early for check-in and a safety briefing
    • Plan for a full flight with no landing on this tour

    Things to know

    Seat weight limit is 300 lbs per passenger; combined passenger limits are 650 lbs (R44) or 900 lbs (R66). If your group exceeds aircraft weight limits and requires multiple helicopters or a larger aircraft, an additional $250 fee applies.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 7 days notice. Within 72 hours of your designated tour time, 50% of the booking fees will be refunded. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No refund for guests who do not show up at their scheduled time without calling.

    FAQs

    Yes. Each seat has an absolute weight limit of 300 lbs per passenger. Total combined passenger weight limits are 650 lbs in the R44 (3-passenger) helicopter and 900 lbs in the R66 (4-passenger) helicopter.

    If your party exceeds the aircraft’s total weight limit and needs multiple helicopters or a larger aircraft, an additional $250 fee applies.

    Yes. You’ll be weighed at check-in as part of the safety protocol, and seating may be assigned based on proper weight and balance in the helicopter.

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

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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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