Shore Excursion Details

Helicopter Glacier Walkabout

Juneau, Alaska

Helicopter Glacier Walkabout

DETAILS

  • 31/4
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Outerwear
  • Age
  • Flightseeing Tour
  • Weight

Discover the diversity of the southeast Alaska landscape via helicopter as you fly over temperate rainforests and granite peaks that surround Alaska’s capital city. After your flightseeing tour, your pilot will land at our trekking site on the Mendenhall Glacier. Your guide will teach you how to use trekking poles and crampons for balance and traction, enabling you to travel easily on gently rolling glacial terrain. During this non-strenuous, one-hour interpretive walk, your guide will point out and explain the glacier features and allow you ample time for photos.

Need to Know:

Note: Participants must be at least 8 years of age and be able to walk up to one mile on rolling and uneven terrain for an hour. Flight time is approximately 30 minutes, with an hour on the glacier. No experience is necessary. Guests are outfitted in wind and waterproof outerwear, hard shell mountaineering boots with crampons, gloves, a waist pack complete with a granola bar and water, and a trekking pole for added stability on the glacier. Dress in comfortable layers, wear mid-length socks, and bring sunglasses. No bags, loose items or tablets are allowed on board the helicopter, safe storage is provided at the base. Group seating is not guaranteed although every effort will be made to seat groups together. Due to aircraft weight and balance limitations, the flight company charges an additional rate for passengers that weigh 250 lbs. or more fully clothed. Space is capacity controlled, please call 1.866.625.1167 for assistance.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Flight Tours

Activity Level:

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  • 1
    Easy
  • 2
    Moderate
  • 3
    Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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