Taku Glacier Helicopter and Airboat Adventure Discount Tickets

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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

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.

Pickup Information

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. *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.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Downtown Juneau
Transfer by van from downtown to the Helicport on Douglas Island
Duration: 15 mins
2. NorthStar Helicopters
Gear up, restroom break and safety briefing
Duration: 40 mins
3. Tongass National Forest
Fly over the Tongas National forest, Taku Inlet and Juneau Icefield and enjoy the breathtaking views on our way to Taku Point.
Duration: 15 mins
4. Taku Point
Land at Taku Point and take off on an hour long ride viewing the Taku Glacier by Airboat
Duration: 60 mins
5. Taku Point
Reboard your helicopter and take off the for your landing on the Taku Glacier
Duration: 5 mins
6. Taku Glacier
Land on the Glaicer and be lead by your pilot to take in the sweeping views of inspiring Taku Glacier
Duration: 10 mins
7. Juneau Icefield
Reboard the helicopter and enjoy the stunning views
Duration: 15 mins
8. NorthStar Helicopters
After arriving to the NorthStar Base on Douglas Island you'll be transportated back to Downtown Juneau
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

We will provide a Mustang Jacket while on the Airboat.

We will provide you with over boots and rain pants during your activity

Exclusion

Surcharge for guests 250lbs or over (this will be charged at the Helicopter base in Juneau)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

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.

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 shoe size during your booking on the Special Requirement tab because we need it before you arrive to our base

Supplied by NorthStar Trekking

Reviews

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Based on 13 reviews

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