Heli Hiking Tour -4 HOUR

Heli Hiking Tour – 2 or 4 Hours (Alaska Glacier Lodge)

Trade the crowds for crisp alpine air on this small-group Heli Hiking adventure. Lift off from Alaska Glacier Lodge and touch down in one of dozens of spectacular high-alpine zones—many with sweeping vistas of one, two, or even three glaciers. With your guide leading the way, set your own pace: pause for photos and perfect light, scramble a ridge for bigger views, or settle in near wildflowers with the ice filling the horizon. This is Alaska on your terms.

Rates

• $699 – Children (ages 2–11)

Adult pricing available on request. Small groups of 2–4 guests (never more than 6 guests per guide); larger parties are split into multiple guided groups for an optimal wilderness experience.

Duration

Choose a 2-hour or 4-hour experience (total tour time). Approximate helicopter flight time ~20 minutes roundtrip, depending on landing location.

About the Experience

Check in at 29979 East Knik River Road, Palmer, AK 99645 and complete a quick gear review before boarding your helicopter. After a scenic transit over the Chugach Range, Knik Glacier, Lake George, and the Great Gorge of the Knik (a National Natural Landmark), your pilot sets down above timberline in a pristine alpine basin. As the rotor wash fades, silence takes over—broken only by wind and distant ice. Your guide tailors the route to your preferences and conditions: mellow meanders over tundra, thoughtful stops for photography, or steeper scrambles to ridge-top viewpoints with glaciers sprawled below.

Photographers are welcome to stay close to the landing zone with tripods and long lenses while your guide keeps watch for changing light and wildlife. Expect intimate glacier views, wild terrain underfoot, and the freedom to shape the pace and path of your hike.

Highlights / Why Choose This Tour

• Hand-picked alpine landings with glacier views—customized to weather and guest preferences.
• Small groups (max 6 per guide) for an immersive, low-impact wilderness experience.
• Iconic flightseeing over the Chugach Range, Knik Glacier, Lake George & Great Gorge.
• Flexible pacing: from leisurely strolls to ridge scrambles and dedicated photo time.
• Lunch included on 4-hour option (above timberline); 2-hour option excludes lunch.

Good to Know / Additional Info

• Check-in: Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure. Late arrival may shorten or reschedule your tour.
• What to bring (Summer: May 1–Sep 19): sturdy closed-toe shoes, wind/waterproof shell, warm mid-layer (wool/fleece), hat covering ears, thin gloves, sunglasses, water.
• Accessibility & group size: Typical groups 2–4; contact us for larger parties. We can accommodate a wide range of abilities—please advise needs in advance.
• Aircraft & weights: Robinson R44s (3 passengers) have a 300 lb per-seat limit and 600 lb combined passenger limit. Guests ≥250 lb pay a $150 comfort surcharge to block an additional seat for weight/balance. Guests ≥300 lb must call to arrange an AStar helicopter. Accurate weights are required at booking; verified at check-in. Seating assigned per FAA weight-and-balance guidelines.
• Prohibited items: bear spray, lighters, battery packs, loaded guns; no backpacks/bags on board. Secure camera/purse straps around neck.
• Cancellations (direct bookings): Full refund if canceled 72+ hours before departure. Within 72 hours, fares are non-refundable; same-day rescheduling not always possible and may incur a fee. Weather/safety cancellations receive a 100% refund. Trip Protection available.
• Third-party bookings: Follow the agency’s cancellation policy; cancel directly with them.

From rotor-down silence to glacier-rim horizons, every step of this Heli Hiking tour is designed for awe. Set your pace, chase the views, and let Alaska’s wild amplify every moment. Book your heli hike today and craft an unforgettable alpine adventure.