Juneau icefield helicopter tours are the best possible way to experience the breadth and beauty of this awe-inspiring region, as they provide the opportunity to see forty large glaciers and around one hundred smaller ones! The Icefield Helicopter Excursion is the most popular of the helicopter tours in Juneau and features a full hour of unforgettable flightseeing. Your helicopter heads for the Herbert Glacier, where your pilot guide will gently touch down on the glacier itself, shut down the engines, and conduct you on a fascinating and informative walk in this other-worldly, frozen environment. The remote beauty of frozen rivers of ice backed by rugged, ice-capped mountain peaks is truly spell-binding, and with helicopter tours in Juneau like this one, you get to experience a 360-degree aerial view, take a walk on a glacier, experience the thrill of a helicopter ride, and encounter a heart-stopping landing right on one of the largest glaciers in the Juneau Icefield!

Dock-to-dock transportation is included, and just a short ride from the cruise docks takes you to the helicopter base, where you’ll be greeted by your pilot/guide and taken through some brief safety instructions. If this is your first helicopter flight, any butterflies will soon be settled as you take off and become totally absorbed in the breathtaking beauty of the landscape below. Juneau icefield helicopter tours are on the bucket list for most travelers to Alaska, and the Icefield Helicopter Excursion is perfect for those who want to experience the thrill of a helicopter flight and glacier landing without additional activities such as dogsledding or airboat rides.

For a helicopter adventure combined with glacier dogsledding, you might consider our Helicopter & Dogsled Glacier Excursion.

2 ½ Hours Duration

:30 flight time, :30 on the glacier

Helicopter Flight

Over the stunning Juneau Icefield

Land on Remote Glacier

With time for guided exploration

Limited Seats Available

Book early for this popular heli tour

Port	Juneau
Type	Glacier Interaction, Helicopter, Top 10
Length	2 ½ hours
Adult Rate	$299.00
Child Rate	There is no child rate for this tour. All participants will be charged at the adult rate.
Minimum Age	There is no minimum age to participate on this tour.
Accessibility	To ensure the comfort of all travelers, passengers weighing 280 pounds (clothed weight) or more must pay an additional $100.00 to secure extra space in the aircraft., This tour is for everyone – no minimum fitness level required., Passenger names and weights are required by the FAA for weight and balance calculations and flight manifesting.
Other Restrictions	There is a no bag policy in the aircraft, if you have medical needs that require a carry on, please contact us. All bags brought to base will be stored in the tour office until you return from your flight.
Cancellation Policy	In the event your cruise ship is late, delayed, or doesn't make it into port we always issue a full refund for the tour., Changes or cancellations are allowed up to 14 days prior to the tour departure with absolutely no penalty., Including 'Flex Cancel' allows refunds up until 24-hours before the tour., Any cancellations made within 14 days of the tour departure (or within 24-hours with 'Flex Cancel') are nonrefundable.

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68 reviews for Icefield Helicopter Excursion

5 out of 5
Paulus and Maria October 5, 2018
Amazing experienceEverything perfect: pick up from the cruise terminal, transfer to the helicopter pad, nice explanations by staff, and a great pilot (Jamie) who shared with us a lot of interesting information about the area and the glaciers. Astonishing views from the helicopter on the glaciers and amazing experience to walk on the glacier.
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Cara L October 23, 2018
Thank you, Paulus and Maria, for your review and for booking with Alaska Shore Tours! We love hearing about experiences on the glacier and that the pilots and guides provide fun facts for guests. We hope you are able to make it back to Alaska, you'll need to experience Taku Glacier next!
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5 out of 5
Yvonne McLean October 3, 2018
Once in a Lifetime AdventureWell worth the money. Our pilot Jamie was the best. Took us to a glacier that was very rarely visited, maybe once or twice a year because of weather. Landed on the glacier, walked around and drank glacial water. Jamie educated us all on the formation of the glacier. It was perfect blue skies and no winds. We booked this excursion independent of the cruise line... less money, excellent!
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Cara L October 23, 2018
Thank you for sharing your experience, Yvonne! There's nothing quite like drinking fresh glacial water, and we're so happy you had a perfect weather day. All of us at Alaska Shore Tours hope to see you up here again soon!
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5 out of 5
Eddie Irizarry September 25, 2018
The best experienceI had the best experience of my life. It was the first time I rode in a helicopter and the pilot was very professional and was also our photographer. Always necessary that we have a group photo. We were 6 people and we all enjoyed that magical moment. The attention provided from when they picked us up until they took us back to the cruise was great. I recommend it 100%.
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Cara L October 23, 2018
What a great photo, Eddie! Thank you for sharing. All of us at Alaska Shore Tours are thrilled to hear how special this tour was for you and that our guides provided excellent attention to your group. Come back soon, and try the Taku Glacier Adventure or the Helicopter Dogsledding!
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5 out of 5
Esmari Nel September 19, 2018
Up and awayWe were a bit apprehensive of the winds in Juneau that almost turned our cruise ship away, but the pilot did an excellent job! The views from the helicopter and Herbert Glacier were spectacular. We loved every minute.
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3 out of 5
Carol Ann Matscherz September 12, 2018
Left BehindI can’t help wondering why our pilot took one woman by the arm and helped her walk around the glacier and left me and my husband standing by the helicopter, afraid to navigate on the ice. We both had recent joint replacements and were afraid of falling. Our pilot parked on a slightly hilly terrain with crevasses of 70 feet deep nearby which we were deathly afraid of approaching. We left him a big tip afterward but in retrospect wonder why he acted as he did.
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Cara L October 23, 2018
Thank you, Carol, for sharing your experience with us and we are so sorry that you did not have a better experience on this tour. We hold a high standard for safety and guest service and regret that we missed the mark here. The information you shared helps us to improve and ensure that extra attention is provided. We hope that you enjoyed your trip to Alaska and can visit again!
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How many passengers per helicopter?

Answer: Each helicopter can seat up to 6 passengers, provided the weight and balance calculations work out in each aircraft.

What if my tour group is larger than 6 people?

Answer: There are several helicopters available at the base and can make accommodations for larger groups with advance notice. If your group exceeds 6 passengers and requires the use of multiple aircraft, we instruct the pilots to coordinate landing locations on the glacier so that you can have your landing time together.

Why do you land on the Herbert Glacier?

Answer: We find the Herbert Glacier to be of particular charm and seclusion. Most passengers on our helicopter tours feel like they’re the only people in the world while on their glacier landing, and we like to keep it unique and exclusive for everyone.

Will the pilot get out with us?

Answer: Definitely. Your pilot will act as your guide for your entire helicopter tour, including the time you’ll spend on the glacier. This allows for a truly focused tour experience.

Will we see wildlife on the tour?

Answer: There is a good chance wildlife will be seen during your tour, either in flight or while on the glacier. However, this is not a wildlife viewing tour and we cannot guarantee you will see wildlife.

Can children come on the tour?

Answer: Absolutely! We are more than happy to accommodate children of all ages and there are several car seats available for customers to use.

What happens if the weather is too bad to fly?

Answer: If the weather is just not cooperating and the pilots determine that it’s too bad to fly, we’ll do our best to reschedule you to a later time of day that works for you. If you choose not to reschedule or we can’t find a time that works for you, our refund policy clearly states that refunds due to weather canceled flights are refunded in full.

What if I need extra help on the tour?

Answer: Your pilot will be with you the entire tour, so they’ll be happy to lend a helping hand whenever necessary. If you require extra assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us ahead of your tour and discuss your particular needs.