Grand Knik Helicopter Tour - 2 hours 3 landings - ANCHORAGE AREA
Overview
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2 hours
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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
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Fly up the beautiful Knik River Valley to the massive Knik Glacier.
What‘s Included
Helicopter flight
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Guided glacier hike
Comfort surcharge applied for anyone over 250lbs
Options
Helicopter Tour w/ 3 landings
Tour: 2 hour helicopter tour with 3 landings. See glaciers, wildlife, Lake George and land on the Knik Glacier
Reviews
375 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Winter Glacier Tour
F3531TPjanel,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I went on the Grand Knik Helicopter Tour. It was amazing. It was my first time in a helicopter. The views were spectacular and our pilot, Kyle had the best balance of giving us interesting information about what we were seeing and not talking too much so we could just take it all in. Riding in the helicopter was so cool-such good visibility- it felt like riding on a dragonfly! I was amazed at all three of our landings. They were all so beautiful and we got to get out at each one. The staff there were all very professional and nice. Safety seemed of utmost importance. I am hoping I can bring some more of my family for a summer tour.
Grand experience in our 50th state together.
patlD3236YA,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You can look at pictures and read reviews but nothing will match the actual experience. Up close, personal. Winter beauty that cannot be seen any other way.
WORTH EVERY PENNY!
deppefamily,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip was amazing. Everyone we encountered was great. We spoke with Izzy on the phone and then met her at the heloport and she was so helpful and knowledgeable. Trudy was our shuttle driver and she was so fun. Very friendly and filled us in on details about the area and helped us find a moose! Kyle was our pilot for the trip. He was fabulous. He was joyful and so informative. You could definitely tell he loves his job! We made 3 landings on the glaciers (I even got to make a snow angel on a glacier!!) and saw all the jaw-dropping scenery. Thanks to all we encountered, we would highly recommend this company and tour.
Dylan was an amazing guide - five star experience all around! Well worth every penny - everything was perfect.
K5208NAdavidw,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was perfect - our guide Dylan was exceptional - well worth it and would recommend to anyone visiting Alaska!
Wonderful experince!
jasminewC6042RN,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time, and it was the best experience on a helicopter. The tour was the highlight of our time in Anchorage. Everything was perfect - the flight, landings, and views. The pilot was excellent, friendly, so informative, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend. The driver for pickup is polite and knowledgeable too, he talked about interesting facts of Ancohrage on the way.
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Noel C,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00ur helicopter tour over the Knik Glaciers was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Brian was a wonderful guide and an exceptional helicopter pilot who made safety his top priority while ensuring we had an unforgettable ride. He was very knowledgeable and shared fascinating information about the glaciers and Lake George, which made the experience even more meaningful. We felt completely at ease the entire time, and the views were absolutely breathtaking. A huge thank you to Brian for being such a skilled pilot and an amazing guide. This experience is highly recommended and something we will never forget.
A Stunning and Unforgettable Glacier Flight
PENGYI W,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This helicopter glacier tour was an absolutely unforgettable experience. Seeing the vast ice fields, deep crevasses, and bright blue ice from above was breathtaking and far more impressive than anything you can witness from the ground. The flight was smooth and felt very safe, and our pilot shared interesting facts about the area throughout the journey. It was the perfect mix of adventure, stunning scenery, and unique perspective. I highly recommend this experience to everyone!
Life Changing Experience
JAVAN C,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had an excellent experience with Dillon on the mountain and glacier. Life-changing experience! Thank you, Dillon!
Amazing Tour!
032102,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From inquiry, to booking, to Anchorage pick-up & finally to actual tour - everything was outstanding. Pilot Isaac was friendly, knowledgeable & most importantly flew safe. Tour is costly but definitely worth the price - highly recommended!
The pilots and team were...
Blythe P,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The pilots and team were all great. The pilots were knowledgeable, welcoming, and safe. It wasas an amazing tour!
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