Grand Knik Helicopter Tour - 2 hours 3 landings - ANCHORAGE AREA

Grand Knik Helicopter Tour - 2 hours 3 landings - ANCHORAGE AREA

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About This Tour in Anchorage

Our signature flightseeing and glacier landing tour, includes 30 mins of flightseeing and 30 mins landed at 3 Glacier areas including on the glacier itself. This tour includes an alpine landing where you will have 30 mins to see the grand size of the 5 mile wide and 29 mile long Knik Glacier with a birds eye view. Your 2nd landing takes you to a 100 foot ice wall where you may even be able to see the massive ice calve . After 30 minutes exploring you go to the glacier landing right in the middle of Knik Glacier, where you can get out of the helicopter and spend about 30 minutes exploring ancient ice. See the azure blue melt pools (summer), crevasses and ice formations created by water, wind and the sun. During your flight seeing, keep your eyes open for the area wildlife to include Moose, Mountain Goats, Dall Sheep, Bears and even wolf on occasion! WINTER OCT-APR LANDING IS NOT ON GLACIER AS POOLS ARE FROZEN- LANDING IS NEXT TO GLACIER Total tour time - 2 hours, includes 3 landings

Why Visit Anchorage?

Anchorage, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Anchorage provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Anchorage

You can reach Anchorage, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.

What's Included

  • Helicopter flight
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Guided glacier hike

What's Not Included

  • Comfort surcharge applied for anyone over 250lbs

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all safe weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • CHECK IN is 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. If you arrive late, your tour may be shortened or rescheduled and additional cost may be applicable.
  • SERVICE ANIMALS are permitted if they are secured in a crate only. Call for specifications
  • Restaurant Service is available on site May 1 - September 30. Snacks are available year round for purchase.
  • WINTER TOURS - October - April -we are unable to land on top of the glacier due to snow cover. We will land next to the glaciers near the massive ice formations
  • Guests 300lbs or over require our Astar Helicopter to fly. This is not available for every time/day.Please call direct to assure we have that helicopter available to accommodate prior to booking.
  • Comfort surcharge applied for anyone over 250lbs. This allows us to block out an additional seat for safety and comfort
  • Alaska Helicopter Tours has Robinson 44s and ASTAR helicopters. We never guarantee the type of helicopter you will be flying in unless a private helicopter option is purchased. Parties with multiple separate bookings, or parties over 2 passengers may be in 2 helicopters, but will always be together for the tour.
  • NOT PERMITTED: DRONES-SMOKING ITEMS (VAPES/LIGHTERS/E-CIG)-FIREARMS-BAGS/BACKPACKS/LOOSE STRAPS - please leave all bags in the vehicle or we do have lockers to store them

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Fly up the beautiful Knik River Valley to the massive Knik Glacier

Alaska Glacier Lodge TRANSFERS CAN BE ADDED FOR A FEE BY CALLING 907-272-7777

End Point

Alaska Glacier Lodge TRANSFERS CAN BE ADDED FOR A FEE BY CALLING 907-272-7777

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Fly up the beautiful Knik River Valley to the massive Knik Glacier

Fly up the beautiful Knik River Valley to the massive Knik Glacier.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.

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