Helicopter Rafting & Glacier Walk at 20 Mile Glacier
Private glacier flight, ice walk, and gentle river float
Duration
8 hours
Ideal For
Up to 10 people
Includes
Lunch, guide, rubber boots
Highlights
Explore Twenty Mile Glacier by helicopter, then step onto ancient ice before rafting its braided river valley. This private outing combines remote scenery with a relaxed Class I–II float.
- Discover glacier views from the air and on foot
- Float a braided river with no big rapids
- Look for tracks and wildlife along the river valley
- Capture the scenery with your camera or binoculars
Itinerary
- 8 AM - Meet at Chugach Adventures Office. Final gearing up with your guides & quick orientation on your adventure.
- 8:40 AM - Helicopter Departure Time
Some alternate Departure Times may be Available at 9:20 or 12:15, depending on Helicopter Charter Availability.
- 8:40 - 9 Scenic Glacier Flight of Upper 20 Mile Glacier
- 9 - 9:15 AM - 15 Minute Glacier Landing
- 9:15 - 9:25 AM - Bump to Raft Landing Zone at the Southern End of 20 Mile Glacier Lake, where your Guide and Raft await.
- 10:00 - 3 PM—Raft 12 River Miles Down the 20-Mile River Valley to the Seward Highway. Stop along the way for lunch and look for tracks and wildlife.
- 3 PM - Approximate Pick-Up Time at the Seward Highway.
Total Rafting Time depends on the river's water level and wind on the lower stretches of the river. The rafting is longer in low water, whereas the time on the water is shorter in high water.
- 4:00 PM - Approximate return Transfer to Girdwood
What's Included
- Helicopter flights
- Catered lunch
- Drinks and snacks
- Professional guide
- Rubber boots
- Personal flotation device (life jacket)
Important details
- Minimum of 3 people required for each private booking
- Weight limit 290 lbs per helicopter seat
- A $200 per-party charge, not included in the listed price, applies if an R66 helicopter is required when total guest weight plus a guide exceeds 600 lbs
- Bring thick socks, warm synthetic layers, a raincoat, warm hat, and gloves
- Expect weather to affect operations; a similar trip to Spencer Glacier may be used if a flight to Twenty Mile Glacier cannot operate
- Guide gratuity is not included in the listed price
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 10 days or more in advance for a 90% refund. Cancellations within 10 days are nonrefundable.
Product ID: KPCTER
FAQs
Dress in warm layers and bring a rain jacket, thick warm socks (to wear with the provided rubber boots), a warm hat, gloves, binoculars, and a camera.
This trip is suitable for ages 6 and up. You raft a Class I–II (in high water) braided river with no big rapids, and most guests do not get splashed. If you want a drier ride, ask your guide for a spot in the raft that is not "splashy."
The helicopter seat weight limit is 290 lbs. If an R66 helicopter is required because your party’s total guest weight plus a guide cannot stay below 600 lbs, an additional charge of $200 applies for the party.
Meeting details
Chugach Adventures, 1553 Alyeska Highway, Girdwood, AK 99587
