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Soar from Juneau’s harbor and pass five major glaciers on a 40‑minute floatplane tour. This flight offers unrivaled aerial views of the Juneau Icefield—perfect for first-time glacier watchers and seasoned outdoor photographers alike.
Soar from Juneau’s harbor and pass five major glaciers on a 40‑minute floatplane tour. This flight offers unrivaled aerial views of the Juneau Icefield—perfect for first-time glacier watchers and seasoned outdoor photographers alike.
You lift off from the harbor and the city shrinks into an angle of roofs and piers, while the water below flashes like metal. The de Havilland Otter, a classic floatplane, carries ten passengers and a growing hush; narration begins and the first icefields appear—blue crevasses, serrated ridgelines and the broad sweep of the Taku River valley.
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Operated by Wings Airways & The Taku Glacier Lodge · Juneau, Alaska
You lift off from the harbor and the city shrinks into an angle of roofs and piers, while the water below flashes like metal. The de Havilland Otter, a classic floatplane, carries ten passengers and a growing hush; narration begins and the first icefields appear—blue crevasses, serrated ridgelines and the broad sweep of the Taku River valley.
This is a flight into the Juneau Icefield, the glacier-carved high country that feeds into fjords and rivers. The tour focuses on five distinct ice masses: Norris, Hole‑In‑The‑Wall, East Twin, West Twin, and the Taku Glacier, the largest outlet of the icefield. Geologically these are dynamic systems—flowing, calving, and sculpting the coastal landscape since the last ice age. Culturally, the air routes trace traditional Tlingit waters and modern Juneau access, offering a quick education in the region’s reliance on marine and aerial connections.
Expect aerial perspectives—crevasse networks, medial moraines and blue ice shadows—that you can’t reach by foot. Wildlife can appear below: seals on ice floes or bears along river edges, while pilots point out drainage channels and glacial tongues.
Practical notes: meet at the Historic Merchants Wharf check-in 30 minutes early; carry layered outerwear and sunglasses; all seats are window-side with audio and written narration. Flights run about 40 minutes in the air within a 75-minute booking window; schedules shift with weather and daylight. Passenger names and weights are required for weight-and-balance. Bring a charged camera, secure straps, and expect cool, wind-swept conditions even in summer. The trip is accessible to most travelers and provides one of the most efficient ways to see the Juneau Icefield’s major glaciers.
The flight includes approximately 40 minutes of aerial glacier viewing within a 75‑minute booking window for check‑in and boarding.
Passports are not required for domestic passengers; bring an ID and be prepared to provide full names and body weights at check‑in for weight-and-balance.
No—flights are subject to cancellation or rescheduling due to weather for safety; you can cancel for a full refund if done at least 24 hours prior.
Yes—this is rated easy physically; infants under two may travel as lap children, but passengers must be able to board and follow safety instructions.
Wings Airways & The Taku Glacier Lodge operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You lift off from the harbor and the city shrinks into an angle of roofs and piers, while the water below flashes like metal. The de Havilland Otter, a classic floatplane, carries ten passengers and a growing hush; narration begins and the first icefields appear—blue crevasses, serrated ridgelines and the broad sweep of the Taku River valley.
You lift off from the harbor and the city shrinks into an angle of roofs and piers, while the water below flashes like metal. The de Havilland Otter, a classic floatplane, carries ten passengers and a growing hush; narration begins and the first icefields appear—blue crevasses, serrated ridgelines and the broad sweep of the Taku River valley.
This is a flight into the Juneau Icefield, the glacier-carved high country that feeds into fjords and rivers. The tour focuses on five distinct ice masses: Norris, Hole‑In‑The‑Wall, East Twin, West Twin, and the Taku Glacier, the largest outlet of the icefield. Geologically these are dynamic systems—flowing, calving, and sculpting the coastal landscape since the last ice age. Culturally, the air routes trace traditional Tlingit waters and modern Juneau access, offering a quick education in the region’s reliance on marine and aerial connections.
Expect aerial perspectives—crevasse networks, medial moraines and blue ice shadows—that you can’t reach by foot. Wildlife can appear below: seals on ice floes or bears along river edges, while pilots point out drainage channels and glacial tongues.
Practical notes: meet at the Historic Merchants Wharf check-in 30 minutes early; carry layered outerwear and sunglasses; all seats are window-side with audio and written narration. Flights run about 40 minutes in the air within a 75-minute booking window; schedules shift with weather and daylight. Passenger names and weights are required for weight-and-balance. Bring a charged camera, secure straps, and expect cool, wind-swept conditions even in summer. The trip is accessible to most travelers and provides one of the most efficient ways to see the Juneau Icefield’s major glaciers.