Helicopter Glacier Ice Climbing Tour

4 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Board an A-Star Helicopter to soar over the pristine Tongass National Forest, dramatic mountain ranges, and expansive flows of ice that change from white to brilliant shades of blue. Take part in Juneau's only Ice Climbing activity with your expert Guides. On this 2-hour climbing-focused adventure, our expert guides leadyou across breathtaking glacier terrain as you learn the fundamentals of ice climbing.

What's Included

Jackets, pants, crampons, a helmet, climbing harness, and ice tools.
Please provide everyone's shoe size at checkout under "special requirements"
Surcharge for guests 250lbs or over (this will be charged at the Helicopter base in Juneau)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Passengers off Cruise Ships will meet tours at the Goldbelt Tram Base Station at 490 South Franklin Street, right by the cruise ship docks. You will meet your NorthStar reps by a white van with the logo 'NorthStar Helicopters'. Please ensure your chosen departure time is at least one hour after your cruise ship's scheduled arrival time to allow for disembarkation and travel to the meeting point.

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Meeting point

If you have your own transportation in Juneau you can meet at the Helicopter base at the Juneau Airport. Please feel free to reach us if you have any questions or need further instructions 907-7902-4530

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Be transported by Van to the NorthStar Helicopter base at the Juneau Airport

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Gear up, restroom break and safety briefing

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Helicopter over the Juneau Icefield enjoying majestic and breathtaking views as you tour over Juneau Icefield

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Soak in the fresh air as you are guided on a trek and ice climb on the Mendenhall Glacier

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Reboard your helicopter and enjoy stunning views on your flight back to the Heliport.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Transfer in a van from the Heliport to the dock.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please ensure your chosen departure time is at least one hour after your cruise ship's scheduled arrival time to allow for disembarkation and travel to the meeting point.
  • Provide the shoe size during your booking on the special requirements tab.
Supplied by NorthStar Trekking

Tags

Extreme Sports
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Helicopter Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Adventure Tours
Additional fees
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

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

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