Take to the skies with Misty Fjords Air & Outfitting for breathtaking aerial views of Alaska’s rugged wilderness—an experience not to be missed!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
30 minutes to 1 hour
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion required, just bring your sense of adventure.
Wildlife
History
The Misty Fjords area was carved by glaciers during the last Ice Age, creating its dramatic cliffs and deep inlets.
Conservation
The area is protected by federal land management agencies, emphasizing minimal environmental impact and sustainable tourism.
Misty Fjords Air & Outfitting
Take to the skies with Misty Fjords Air & Outfitting for breathtaking aerial views of Alaska’s rugged wilderness—an experience not to be missed!
Misty Fjords Air and Outfitting is a Ketchikan, Alaska based air service offering seaplane flightseeing and charter flights to southeastern coastal wilderness. The company operates flightseeing tours to Misty Fjords National Monument, including a 1.5-hour seaplane adventure that flies over roughly 2.3 million acres of rugged terrain. Passengers on the flightseeing tour view steep fjords, granite cliffs, glacially carved valleys, and coastal waterways while watching for Alaskan wildlife such as bears and whales.
In addition to scheduled flightseeing, Misty Fjords Air and Outfitting provides charter flights that connect Ketchikan with remote locations across southeastern Alaska. Charter flights offer flexible departure options and routing to serve group travel, gear transport, and access to remote shoreline and island destinations. Aircraft operations are based in Ketchikan where crews prepare seaplanes for coastal takeoffs and water landings.
Safety, regional knowledge, and reliable operations are central to the company’s service. Pilots familiar with local weather patterns and terrain guide each flight and crews brief passengers on safety and the best viewing opportunities before departure. Featured on The Adventure Collective, Misty Fjords Air and Outfitting attracts visitors seeking dramatic scenery and straightforward air access from Ketchikan. Reservations and scheduling are handled through the Ketchikan base and local booking office year round.
Location
Ketchikan, Alaska
Based in downtown Ketchikan
Tours Offered
Flightseeing, Charter
Seaplane tours and charter flights
Flightseeing Length
1.5 hours
Standard seaplane tour duration
Area Covered
2.3M acres
Misty Fjords National Monument area
Reserve flightseeing or charter from Ketchikan to access dramatic fjords, wildlife viewing, and remote coastal destinations.
Book in advance
Flights can fill up quickly, so reserve your spot early for the best experience.
Dress warmly
Alaska’s weather can be unpredictable; layer up even on clear days.
Bring a camera
Capture the stunning scenery from above—bring your best photography gear.
Listen to the safety briefing
Pay close attention to safety instructions before takeoff to ensure a smooth flight.
Camera or Smartphone
To capture the breathtaking views from above.
Light jacket or layers
Weather can change quickly in Alaska, so dress in layers.
spring;summer;fall
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from UV rays during the flight.
summer
Binoculars
Optional for spotting wildlife from the air.