Taku Glacier Helicopter and Airboat Adventure

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

Combine a helicopter, an airboat, and a glacier landing on this ultimate Alaskan adventure. Soar over the vast Juneau Icefield and Tongass National Forest to Taku Point. Board an airboat to cruise the five-mile face of the mighty Taku Glacier, getting remarkably close to the ancient ice. Your journey culminates with a helicopter landing on the icefield itself. Step out to capture stunning photos and stand amidst a majestic, remote landscape, taking in the immense scale of the wilderness before your return flight. This is a truly unforgettable activity.

What's Included

We will provide you with over boots and rain pants during your activity
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 representative in a white van with our logo.

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Meeting point

If you have your own transportation in Juneau you can meet at the Helicopter base on Douglas Island. Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions or need further instructions.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Venture into the heart of Alaska’s wilderness by air, water, and ice! This is a rare opportunity to experience the Taku Glacier from all possible perspectives. Begin your adventure with an aerial exploration of the breathtaking Juneau Icefield and surrounding Tongass National Forest before touching down at the isolated Taku Point. Continue with an hour-long airboat expedition of the area and experience close-up views of the Taku Glacier as you cruise its 5-mile terminus. Next, fly up to the surface of the icefield and explore the pristine features of the area’s largest glacier on foot. With viewing opportunities of the glacier’s dramatic face and deep blue crevasses, this is sure to be a truly unforgettable Alaskan experience.

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
  • You should dress for a 10-15°F temperature decrease from sea level (downtown) to the glacier. We recommend that you dress in sturdy shoes, long socks, warm layers, and sunglasses.
Supplied by NorthStar Trekking

Tags

Winter Sports
Extreme Sports
Airboat Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Glacier Walks
On the Water
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Additional fees
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

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

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