Juneau Shore Excursion: Helicopter Tour and Guided Icefield Walk

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Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

While in port in Juneau, take advantage of Alaska’s incredible scenery on this two-part shore excursion. Take to the skies on a helicopter tour over the stunning Juneau Icefield, and land on the awe-inspiring Herbert Glacier for an astounding walkabout amidst the spectacular glacial landscape.

Tour duration includes transportation to and from the Goldbelt Tram and Airport Area Hotels.

Tour Includes: 25-30 minutes of helicopter flightseeing & 20-25 minutes on the glacier

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please ensure to select the correct passenger option when booking your tour. The space inside the aircraft and we want to guarantee everyone will be comfortable in the helicopter. Selecting the improper option or misreporting weight can cause tour delays and cancellations without refund.

No-bag policy. If you have medical needs that require a carry on, please note at time of booking. All bags brought to base will be stored in the tour office until you return from your flight

Dress warmly and in layers, and wear rubber-soled shoes such as a light hiking boot or athletic shoes. The tour company will provide overshoes and can supply raincoats as needed. Remember to bring your camera, film and binoculars!

Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative time or full refund

Please ensure your weight is in the correct format (kgs/lbs) when you include your weight at checkout

WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS – Please remember that each passenger will be weighed at our facilities. Be sure accurate weights have been reported and proper passenger types have been selected for each passenger. Misreporting weights or selecting the wrong passenger type may cause tour delays and cancellations without refunds.

ADA - We have an ADA lift that assists guests with getting in and out of the helicopter. If guests use the ADA lift, they will be required to stay inside the helicopter on the glacier. While on the glacier the pilot-guide will open the doors so guests can still take in the sights, sounds and smells. The ADA lift has a weight restriction of no more than 250 lbs. You MUST notify Coastal Helicopters if you will be requiring the ADA helicopter lift. ADA Transportation to and from our facilities provided.

Failure to provide mandatory information will result in cancellation of bookings. You must provide individual weights and pick up location details.

Coastal Helicopters will try our best to accommodate parties/families in the same helicopter. However, we cannot guarantee seating as it is all based on helicopter weight and balance, as well as the other parties within the flight. This will be determined at the time of check in once everyone on the flight has weighed in. Should your family/party be in split into multiple helicopters, the landing will happen together. Please also note that lap children are NOT allowed, and each passenger must purchase a full fare ticket.

Please get in touch with us if you have limited mobility as we would like to make this tour as comfortable and accessible to you as we can.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Guided glacier walk

Transportation to and from facilities

Round-trip helicopter flight

Boots and raincoats, if needed

Pilot/guide

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

1

Coastal Helicopters

Flight departs from the airport and will take you to the Herbert Glacier

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

During this stop you will take in amazing views, drink the fresh cold glacier water and explore around the surrounding area. Your pilot will be your guide for this stop.

22 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Passenger Type: Premium

300+lbs Passengers: This option must be selected for those weighing 300+lbs. This secures a 2nd seat in the helicopter.
Pickup included

Passenger Type: Standard

Passengers 1lb-259lb: This option is for those weighing 259lbs or less. This secures 1 standard seat in the helicopter.
Pickup included

Passenger Type: Standard Plus

260lbs-299lbs Passengers: This option must be selected for passengers weighing 260lbs-299lbs. This secures an additional 1/2 seat in the helicopter.
Pickup included

Reviews

4.78

516 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Beautiful day

    Marianne W,

    Aug 17, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Fantastic ride to glacier. Pilot was very knowledgeable. Beautiful day everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable. Would fly them again

  • Dream of a lifetime

    Marianne W,

    Aug 17, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Was great. First time on helicopter and was a life time dream. Pilot was fantastic. Very smooth ride and landing. Great customer service all around

  • Amazing experience

    Robyn H,

    Aug 16, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Everything about the trip was exceptional. Our pilot Cameron was extremely knowledgeable about the entire area in the town and on the glacier. It was about 65° in town and surprisingly mild on top of the glacier, we only needed a light jacket. I would highly recommend this tour to everyone.

  • A must-do excursion in Juneau!

    Kasey Z,

    Aug 15, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Amazing, bucket list, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Our family loved going up in a helicopter, flying over incredible Alaskan scenery, only to land on a glacier! We walked the Herbert Glacier, drank water from a glacial stream, and even spotted some mountain goats off in the distant hills.

  • The best helicopter ride in Juneau.

    Amar B,

    Aug 14, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    They are very professional and give you time to enjoy. Our pilot walked with us and guided where we can and cannot go. He took some photos and videos for us where he he was comfortable to go to while we were not sure if we should go there. He was interactive throughout the helicopter ride and answered all the questions from my 8 years old granddaughter.

From USD 425.65

4.78
516 reviews