Glacier Discovery by
Helicopter
Leave all traces of civilization behind and experience the infinite beauty of Alaska’s remote glaciers. Lift off from the historic Skagway waterfront and head into a rugged region of sheer mountains, majestic valleys, and massive glaciers. Once you land on the glacier, you will be given the rare opportunity to explore one of Mother Nature’s greatest marvels on foot. Enjoy a walking tour of a lifetime as our experienced glacier guides answer all your questions and work to explain the awesome forces at work.
Jagged peaks towering over the Chilkat Glacier, cascading waterfalls, surrounding the Ferebee Glacier, or the spectacular river of ice known as the Meade Glacier, may be among the wonders you encounter. Flight routes and landing zones are selected daily to ensure that you receive the best that the area has to offer.
Duration: 2 hours
The tour includes approximately 40 minutes of helicopter time and 40 minutes on the glacier. Times will vary due to weather and glacier conditions.
Tour Dates: May-September
Glacier Sled Dog Experience by Helicopter
Fly through the Alaskan wilderness before landing on the Denver Glacier where you’ll be greeted by an experienced musher and their team of sled dogs! Get an exclusive glimpse of their life as you hear tales of the trail and get to meet the dogs who have made the Iditarod famous. Feel the excitement as you learn about the training and bonding process between musher and their dogs.
On this immersive small group tour, you will take flight from Skagway’s waterfront to be transported through the raw beauty of the Alaskan wilderness. Your pilot will guide you over the Taiya Inlet and through the mountains to the Denver Glacier. Once landed on the glacier, your musher will teach you about the dog sledding equipment and gear as they share personal race stories. Interact with the dogs as you learn how to prepare a sled dog team for a race, from harnessing the eager pups to understanding their unique personalities and training techniques. Once the team is ready to go, watch the excitement and speed of these elite athletes as they dash across the glacier with their musher. After the demonstration, you will make your way over to the future Iditarod champions, puppies! Cherish this once in a lifetime opportunity as you cuddle with the puppies and take pictures together against the dazzling landscape of the glacier before loading back into the helicopters for your return flight to Skagway.
Whether you’re a dog lover, an adventure seeker, or simply looking to immerse yourself in the breathtaking Alaskan wilderness, this tour offers a unique blend of excitement, education, and stunning natural beauty. Book your spot today to experience this once in a lifetime opportunity!
*Please note guests will not ride a dog sled pulled by Alaska sled dogs. This is a demonstration only excursion.
Duration: This tour includes approximately 30 minutes of helicopter time and approximately 1 hour on the Denver Glacier with a musher and sled dog team. Allow an additional 30 minutes for viewing a safety video, signing a waiver, gearing up in glacier boots and a safety vest, and de-gearing upon your return to the helicopter base for a total of 2 hours.
Tour Dates: May-September