Bear Glacier Tour- 60 Minutes

Bear Glacier Tour — 60-Minute Helicopter & Shore Landing from Seward

Get up close to Alaska’s untamed ice on this unforgettable Bear Glacier helicopter tour. Lift off from Seward and fly above the fjords, turquoise meltwater lakes, and crevassed ice of Kenai Fjords National Park. Touch down on a remote lakeshore beside the largest glacier in the park for photos and guided exploration—an epic, small-group experience that captures the raw beauty of Alaska. 5.0★ (1,762+ Google reviews)

Rates

• $439 — Adults (Ages 12+)
• $419 — Children (Ages 2–11)
• Pricing per person. Comfort surcharge: Guests weighing 250 lbs+ must purchase a $150 extra seat for weight & balance. Guests 300 lbs+ must call to arrange the larger AStar helicopter.

Duration

• Total tour time: ~60 minutes
• Approx. flight time: ~20 minutes roundtrip
• Landing: Remote shore landing at a turquoise proglacial lake with drifting icebergs

About the Experience

Depart from Seward and sweep over Resurrection Bay and the rugged coastline into Kenai Fjords National Park. From your window, trace serrated crevasses, hanging waterfalls, and house-sized icebergs. Touch down near Bear Glacier for a guided stroll with your pilot—time to frame mirror-calm reflections, listen for calving rumbles, and take in a 360° panorama of mountains and ice.

Wildlife sightings are common—keep an eye out for moose and Dall sheep, and (occasionally) bears moving across the slopes.

Highlights / Why Choose This Tour

• Land where the road ends: Exclusive shore landing beside Alaska’s largest Kenai Fjords glacier
• Iconic aerials: Bird’s-eye views of crevasses, iceberg-studded lakes, and waterfalls
• Small-group feel: Robinson R44 helicopters mean every seat is a window seat
• Photography paradise: Glassy turquoise water, blue ice, and dramatic peaks
• Efficient adventure: Big scenery in one hour—perfect add-on to your Seward itinerary

Good to Know / Additional Info

• Meeting Point: 11385 Seward Highway, Seward, AK 99664
• Check-in: Please arrive 30 minutes before departure (late arrivals may shorten or forfeit the tour)
• Aircraft / Weights: R44 seats 3 passengers; 300 lbs max per seat, 600 lbs total per helicopter. Accurate weights are required at booking and verified at check-in; seating assigned to meet FAA weight-and-balance
• Prohibited items: Bear spray, lighters, battery packs, loaded firearms; no backpacks/bags on board (secure straps; stash small items in pockets). Water bottles may be hand-carried or placed under seat
• Seasonal gear (May 1–Sept 15): Sturdy closed-toe footwear, wind/waterproof shell, warm mid-layer (wool/fleece), ear-covering hat, thin gloves, sunglasses
• Weather & visibility: Routes and views vary with conditions; FAA temporary restrictions may apply

What’s Included

• Scenic helicopter flight from Seward over Kenai Fjords National Park and Resurrection Bay
• Guided remote shore landing beside Bear Glacier
• Expert pilot/guide narration and safety briefing

Cancellations

• Payment: Full payment due 72 hours prior to departure (deposit balances auto-charged inside 72 hrs)
• Direct bookings: Full refund if canceled 72+ hours before tour. Inside 72 hrs, bookings are non-refundable but may be rescheduled for a $200 fee (subject to availability). No-shows/late arrivals forfeit payments unless Trip Protection was purchased
• Operator cancellations: 100% refund or no-fee reschedule for weather/safety
• Third-party bookings: Follow the agency’s policy; cancel directly with them
• All requests: Email changes/cancellations to reservations@alaskahelicoptertours.com

Blue ice, turquoise water, towering peaks—few moments compare to standing beside Bear Glacier with the rotorwinds quieting and the wild all around you. Book your flight today and make an unforgettable Alaska memory.