Helicopter Glacier Ice Climbing Tour

Helicopter Glacier Ice Climbing Tour — Juneau, Alaska

Duration: 4 Hours & 15 Minutes • Age: 12+ • Location: Juneau, AK

From $599 per person — Challenge yourself with an unforgettable Helicopter Glacier Ice Climbing Adventure. This thrilling 4-hour tour combines a scenic helicopter flight over the Juneau Icefield with a hands-on ice climbing experience on the Mendenhall Glacier. Perfect for beginners and seasoned adventurers alike, you’ll climb shimmering ice walls, explore frozen landscapes, and learn mountaineering techniques from expert glacier guides.

Overview

• Total duration: 4.25 hours
• Ice climbing time: Approximately 2 hours on the glacier
• Helicopter flight: Scenic round-trip flight over Juneau Icefield and Tongass National Forest
• Group size: Small groups for a personal and safe experience
• Minimum age: 12 years

About the Experience

Prepare for the adventure of a lifetime as you lift off from Juneau for a breathtaking helicopter flight over the Tongass National Forest and the expansive Juneau Icefield. Upon landing on the Mendenhall Glacier, your guide will outfit you with specialized ice climbing gear and provide expert instruction on safety, technique, and movement across the ice.

Then, it’s time to climb! Using crampons, ice axes, and ropes, you’ll ascend glacial walls and explore icy crevasses sculpted by centuries of natural forces. Whether you’re scaling a sparkling wall of blue ice or posing for an epic summit photo, this is a true Alaskan bucket-list adventure.

Highlights

• Helicopter flight over the Juneau Icefield and Tongass National Forest
• Professional climbing instruction from certified glacier guides
• Climb glacier walls and descend into icy formations
• Explore remote areas of the Mendenhall Glacier rarely visited by the public
• All climbing equipment provided

What’s Included

• Round-trip helicopter flight over the glacier
• Professional climbing gear: rain pants, rain jacket, gloves, harness, boots, crampons, ice axe, helmet
• Hip pack with water and a granola bar
• Expert glacier guide and instruction

What’s Not Included

• Warm base layers and personal clothing
• Meals or beverages
• Gratuities

Tip: Dress for temperatures 10–15°F cooler than sea level. Wear warm layers, long socks, and sunglasses. Backpacks and purses are not allowed on the aircraft — secure storage is provided at base.

Special Requirements

• Minimum age: 12 years
• Ability to walk unassisted for two hours on uneven, icy terrain
• Guests must manage entry/exit from the helicopter independently (staff can assist as needed)

Restrictions

• No bags, backpacks, iPads, tripods, selfie sticks, or drones are allowed on the aircraft
• Passengers weighing 250 lbs (113 kg) or more will incur a $150 surcharge for safety and balance purposes
• Seating is assigned based on total aircraft weight distribution and cannot be guaranteed for groups

Cancellations

• Weather policy: Tours may be canceled or rescheduled based on conditions. If canceled, guests receive a full refund.
• Guest cancellations:
  • More than 24 hours in advance — 10% cancellation fee applies
  • Less than 24 hours — Non-refundable

The Helicopter Glacier Ice Climbing Tour offers a perfect blend of adrenaline, exploration, and natural beauty — a truly once-in-a-lifetime Alaskan adventure for anyone ready to conquer the ice.