Alaska Helicopter Tour with Glacier Landing - 60 mins - ANCHORAGE AREA
Overview
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1 hour
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Taking off from the Alaska Glacier Lodge in the Mat-Su Valley to the Knik Glacier (5 miles wide by 29 miles long!). We land right in the middle of the Knik Glacier, where you can get out of the helicopter and spend about 30 minutes on ice thousands of years old with your pilot/guide. We provide ice spikes for you to safely hike on the ice Take pictures of the blue lakes on top of the glacier, crevasses and ice ‘sculptures’ made by wind, sunshine & time. (Summer)
**WINTER TOURS (Oct-April) please note that this tour in some winter months may not land directly on top of the glacier due to snow cover and safety issues, landing may be on the side next to incredible deep blue ice formations**
Total tour time 1 hour includes 30 mins for round trip flightseeing
CHECK IN 45 mins PRIOR TO DEPARTURE IS REQUIRED - please check departure address to plan accordingly. Late check in can result in a shortened or cancelled tour with no refund
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
COMFORT SURCHARGE APPLIED FOR ALL GUESTS OVER 250lbs - This is for safety and comfort for guest and others flying.
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
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
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.
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.
VAN TRANSFERS TO DEPARTURE LOCATION NOT INCLUDED - can be added for a fee
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Check in is 30 minutes prior to departure - Checking in late can effect the length of your tour.
What‘s Included
Helicopter Flightseeing - 30 mins
All Fees and Taxes
Guided Glacier Hike - 30 mins (SUMMER)
Guided 30 min Frozen Ice formation walk (WINTER)
Comfort surcharge applies for anyone over 250lbs
VAN TRANSFERS TO DEPARTURE LOCATION NOT INCLUDED - can be added for a fee
Options
Helicopter & Glacier Landing
Helicopter Tour : HELICOPTER FLY & LAND - This 1 hour tour includes 30 mins flight seeing and 30 min at the Knik Glacier! Year Round options.
Reviews
732 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
30th solo birthday weekend fun!
628lissak,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I truly never write reviews but this was one of the best experiences of my entire life. From start to finish the process was so easy, booked online about two weeks before date (feel like only possible cause it's winter time). Front desk was so helpful and kind. Matthias, our helicopter pilot, was so knowledgeable and kind, answered all my questions. I can't wait to bring my family and friends back! One hour definitely goes by quickly, so can't wait to do a longer one someday!!
Highlight of our trip
J3909FHcherylt,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was definitely the highlight of our trip! It was so beautiful and our pilot, Dillon was the BEST. He showed us around and answered questions. What a great experience!
10 out of 10, Would go again!
GeniceF,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fantastic! Their team, Dylan, Sam, & Crystal really made this trip fun, exciting, and informative, with a lot of laughs! Being on the glacier is worth it but their team really made our trip way more than we expected! We have been residents since 2014 and we’ve gone on a lot of excursions in Alaska including riding our wheelers to the Knik on our own. I didn’t expect to be wowed very much because this was my 3rd helicopter ride overall and my 2nd trip to the Knik. But the trip was absolutely fantastic! We were face to face and hands on with some of the most beautiful terrain I’ve ever seen & I have traveled a lot. Our pilots pointed out wildlife and showed us more landscape than just the glacier. I was in Dylan’s helicopter and he is an excellent pilot. I battle with motion sickness but his flying, takeoff, & landing was so smooth I didn’t get nauseous once! I also really appreciated the decor and cleanliness of the office, the condition of the helicopters & the grounds. Everything was spotless! This is an excellent team and their appearance and the condition of their office and their professionalism really show it. 10 out of 10, absolutely recommend and would go again! Plan extra time the drive to the helipad, it’s gorgeous!
I was able to get on a last minute ride late afternoon and they were very accommodating. Friendly staff Professional.
Brian S,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phenomenal and life changing.
Best flight .. fabulous company
nickell2026,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00After living in Alaska for decades, we opted to take a helicopter tour. IT was fabulous. Our pilot, Matias made the trip even better ! Highly suggest flying with Alaska Helicopter Tours
Unforgettable adventure
Lina S,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The staff was incredibly friendly, and the scenery was absolutely stunning. There were just two of us along with the pilot, which made the experience feel very personal. The day was crystal clear, allowing us to see the mountains stretching far into the distance. The pilot even guided us on a walk across the glacier, making it an unforgettable adventure.
Helicopter experience in Alaska
Ahmed A,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great experience. All thanks to the staff for their kindness and appreciation. I highly recommend trying the event.
Layer up if taking a...
Jovani V,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Layer up if taking a winter season tour. Make sure electronics are charged up for documenting. Smooth ride with the beautiful blue skies and we’re fortunate to find a couple moose hanging.
The Flight of my Lifetime
MaryAdvisor2011,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The helicopter tour with glacier landing was awe striking at every level - perhaps the most beautiful, emotion filled, uplifting, spiritually touching experience of my life! The beauty of the glacier is beyond description. The quiet journey by helicopter guides one through years past, providing a deeper understanding of landscapes often unseen that link our earth’s past and present. I am still left speechless when explaining the impact from this experience to others. It is a once in a lifetime exploration. The staff within the Alaska Helicopter Tours are exceptional. Dylan Skaggs, the pilot, was perceptive of our particular bucket list items to stand on a glacier, see wildlife running, take photos, and fly through a quiet history. His skills are excellent when flying up and down, twisting and turning through the many mountain-like glacier passage ways as we explored the ice together. Dylan was kind and helpful to me as a senior traveler. Rendon Corbin is obviously a thoughtful and wise member of the team as he greeted us as we returned from our flight full of stories and experiences to tell others. Krystal Crowley expertly kept the day flowing with various teams arriving and leaving, wanting to fulfill a lifetime dream of seeing glaciers up close. Krystal played the instructional video for safety before flight, grouped passengers for each ride, ran the little store, radioed pilots, and more throughout the day. Transportation from Anchorage was arranged with Trudy picking us and others up from local hotels. Trudy was a delightful narrator of stories from the region as she drove the hour or so trip to the helicopters. We actually saw eagles flying and in the trees as Trudy pointed out local interests along the way. What a memorable day we had. We even witnessed a wedding party, bride and groom, family, friends, videographer and others leaving for their wedding day in several helicopters as we waited our special turn. I cannot Bragg enough about the Alaska Helicopter tour organization. I would offer my highest recommendation for this team. They communicate immediately and directly by text and phone. They are prompt and helpful to potential customers. Most importantly they care about providing a special memory for each person. My deepest and sincere thanks for giving me the flight of my lifetime!
Fantastic! It was very...
Giovanni C,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic! It was very fun! Do not be afraid to ask the pilot questions for more fun ideas and recommendations while on the ice!
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