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Anchorage Helicopter Tour, 2 hr

TourTruth score 9.0 out of 10

ExcellentTop 4% in Anchorage

459 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Anchorage
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Fly over the vast Knik Glacier, then land at three glacier areas for alpine views, ice formations, and a guided hike in Alaska's wild landscape.

About this tour

Take to the skies above Anchorage for a close-up look at the immense Knik Glacier, where ice-carved landscapes stretch toward the horizon. This 2-hour Anchorage helicopter tour combines sweeping flightseeing with three landings in glacier country.

Spend about 30 minutes in the air admiring the glacier and surrounding wilderness, with chances to spot moose, mountain goats, Dall sheep, bears, and occasionally wolves. At the landing sites, take in an alpine view, explore near a 100-foot ice wall, and, in summer, step onto the glacier to see blue melt pools, crevasses, and formations shaped by water, wind, and sun. The tour includes a guided glacier hike, and each landing offers time to appreciate the scale and texture of this icy landscape.

From October through April, snow cover means landings take place beside the glaciers rather than on top. Check in 45 minutes before departure and dress for the weather. Book this Anchorage helicopter tour for a memorable perspective on Alaska's wild glacial scenery.

Highlights

  • Soar over the vast Knik Glacier on a 30-minute flightseeing segment
  • Land at three glacier areas, including an alpine viewpoint and a towering ice wall
  • Step onto the glacier in summer to see blue melt pools, crevasses, and sculpted ice
  • Watch for moose, mountain goats, Dall sheep, bears, and occasionally wolves

What's included

Included

  • Helicopter flight
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges
  • Guided glacier hike

Not included

  • Comfort surcharge for guests over 250 lb

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Important information

  • Check in 45 minutes before departure; late arrivals may have tours shortened or rescheduled, with additional costs possible
  • Infants must sit on an adult's lap
  • Wheelchair accessible; transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Tours operate in safe weather conditions; dress appropriately
  • October through April, landings are next to glaciers rather than on top due to snow cover
  • Guests weighing 300 lb or more require an Astar helicopter; availability varies by date and time, so call ahead to confirm
  • A comfort surcharge applies to guests over 250 lb to reserve an additional seat
  • Drones, smoking items including vapes, lighters and e-cigarettes, firearms, bags, backpacks, and loose straps are not permitted; lockers are available
  • Meeting point: Alaska Glacier Lodge; transfers are available for a fee by calling 907-272-7777

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts about 2 hours and includes three landings.

Where do the landings take place?

Stops include an alpine area, a 100-foot ice wall, and the Knik Glacier area. From October through April, landings take place next to glaciers rather than on top.

What should I know about weight requirements?

A comfort surcharge applies to guests over 250 lb. Guests weighing 300 lb or more need an Astar helicopter, which is not available for every departure; call ahead to confirm.

When should I arrive?

Check in 45 minutes before departure. Late arrivals may have their tour shortened or rescheduled, and additional costs may apply.

Are transfers included?

Transfers are not listed as included. They can be arranged for a fee by calling 907-272-7777.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.94 on Viator and 4.98 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in Anchorage
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 9.0. Top 4% in Anchorage means it ranks in the top 4% of tours in Anchorage by this score.

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