Helicopter Glacier Discovery
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Why people love this tour
People love this tour as it provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience of seeing Alaska via the area and makes a helicopter landing to be able to walk on the glacier.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Instructions Will Be Provided On Your Voucher
Overview
Leave civilization behind as you embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Alaska’s remote glacier country. Your adventure begins with a thrilling helicopter lift-off from Skagway’s historic waterfront, soaring over dramatic mountain peaks, sweeping valleys, and ancient rivers of ice.
After a breathtaking flight, touch down on a glacier and step into a world few ever get to explore. With expert glacier guides leading the way, you'll set out on a 40-minute guided walk across this frozen wonder—learning about the powerful natural forces that shaped this stunning landscape over thousands of years.
Whether it’s the jagged peaks surrounding Chilkat Glacier, the tumbling waterfalls near Ferebee Glacier, or the vast expanse of Meade Glacier, each tour offers a unique glimpse into Alaska’s raw, untouched beauty. Flight paths and landing spots are carefully chosen each day to ensure you witness the most spectacular sights the region has to offer.
This is a true Alaskan adventure that you will take home with you.
What's Included
- Scenic helicopter ride over and to glacier
- Landing on glacier for chance to walk on the icefield
- Once in a lifetime experience and photo opportunities!
- Tips/gratuity
- Food/beverage
Considerations
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Children ages 2 and under are allowed on this tour as lap children and are free of charge, but will not get a seat. A parent or guardian will be responsible for holding the child securely for the entire tour.
Special Instructions
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This tour has limited availability so timing will be assigned based on what is available at your time of booking. We will reference your cruise ships time in port before assigning a time to insure it works with your ships schedule. During the checkout process we will ask for if you have planned any other tours for this date and try to plan around them. If you have any questions on available timing, please call Venture Ashore for more details.
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Actual length of tour is approximately 70-80 minutes. The total trip length, including the check-in and safety briefing is about 2 hours.
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Dress warmly in layers of clothing. Bring your camera, sunglasses, gloves, and hat. Over boots will be provided as needed.
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Due to weight and balance limitations, as well as guest safety and comfort, passengers weighing 250 pounds (113kg or 18 Stone) or more will need to purchase and pre-reserve adequate space onboard the helicopter. Total weight includes shoes and clothing. This option is presented during check-out.
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Please note that bags of any kind, iPads or tablets, tripods, selfie sticks or other extendible items, drones, water bottles are not allowed on the tour. There are lockers at the base where you may leave such items, although we suggest leaving these items at home.
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Please note, the steps that guests must navigate while getting in and out of the aircraft are approximately 18” in height. You must be able to walk from the office to the helipad without use of a wheelchair, walker, cane, or any other assistance.
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The natural surface of the glacier can be uneven and cracked. This is not suitable for people that are not sure footed.
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Due to liability reasons, we cannot lift guests in or out of the helicopter. You must be able to enter and exit the helicopter on your own without assistance from another person or device.
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Helicopter seating is based on the weight, balance and safety for the entire flight.
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The distance to the meeting location varies depending on where your ship docks. At most it will be a 30-minute walk, though you may take the city shuttle bus which costs $3. More information will be provided upon tour confirmation.
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Price Info
Helicopter Glacier Discovery
Per Person
USD $ 499.00
Per Person - Passengers weighing 250lbs or more
USD $ 719.00
Per Infant - Lap Child Ages 23 months and below
USD $ 0.00
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