Helicopter Glacier Trek
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Port
Juneau, Alaska, US
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Activity Level
Strenuous
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Excursion Type
Flightseeing,All,63
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$584.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4¼ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Begin your adventure with a helicopter ride and then enjoy a two-hour hike in a glacial icescape.
Take off from Juneau by helicopter and soar over the Juneau Ice Field to the glacier.
Upon landing on the glacier, listen to your guide, as there is an early emphasis on learning the proper use of the mountaineering gear (waterproof and windproof outerwear, gloves, boots, ice axe, crampons, harness, helmet) and understanding the glacier features and hazards so that remote areas of the glacier can be accessed during the trek.
The trek includes more physical activity than the Glacier Walkabout, interspersed with detailed explanations of the glacial environment and surrounding area. It is both adventurous and informative -- no prior experience is required.
Notes:
Participants should be comfortable hiking for two hours (about two miles) over uneven and sometimes steep terrain. This tour can be canceled without penalty on the day your voyage commences; cancellations thereafter are non-refundable. Dress warmly in layers with a windproof and waterproof outer layer; bring a warm hat, gloves and a scarf. Wear sunglasses. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair. Minimum age is 12 years. Guests weighing 250 lbs or more (fully clothed) pay an additional surcharge over the published fare. Guests' weights will be verified during check-in. The tour operator endeavors to be discreet, but individual circumstances may not allow for complete privacy. Seating is determined by the weight and balance of the aircraft. The tour operator will do their best to keep groups together, but groups may be separated. The pilot alone decides if weather conditions are suitable for flightseeing. The pilot decides where each guest sits based on weight and balance requirements. Bags cannot be taken on the flight; a secure location is provided for storing personal items. iPads, iPad minis, tablets, drones, and selfie sticks or other extendable items are not permitted. For optimal photography and views, wear darker-colored clothing to reduce window reflections. Waiver must be signed and medical conditions disclosed.