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Take flight from Ketchikan over Alaska’s Misty Fjords National Monument, where towering granite cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and pristine lakes await. This seaplane tour offers an immersive wilderness escape with a tranquil landing on a remote lake or fjord shore.
Take flight from Ketchikan over Alaska’s Misty Fjords National Monument, where towering granite cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and pristine lakes await. This seaplane tour offers an immersive wilderness escape with a tranquil landing on a remote lake or fjord shore.
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Operated by Island Wings Air Service · Ketchikan, Alaska
The moment the floatplane lifts from Ketchikan’s harbor, the world below unfolds into a mosaic of emerald forests and glistening waterways. Misty Fjords National Monument emerges, vast and untraveled, its sheer granite cliffs rising abruptly 3,500 feet from the mirror-like fjords beneath. The seaplane’s pontoons skim the surface, a gentle rhythm that mirrors the steady pulse of the wilderness.
easy.
2.5 hours.
No special physical fitness required; passengers must be able to board and disembark the floatplane safely.
Yes, the Misty Fjords Seaplane Tour accommodates all ages, though infants must sit on an adult’s lap during flight.
Tours are subject to cancellation due to poor weather for safety; in such cases, rescheduling or refunds are provided according to the operator’s policy.
No restrooms are available aboard the floatplane; facilities can be accessed before departure in Ketchikan.
Service animals are permitted, but other pets are not allowed on the seaplane.
Shore stops offer quiet viewing opportunities while maintaining a safe distance from wildlife to avoid disturbance.
Yes, every passenger is guaranteed a window seat for optimal viewing during the flight.
Misty Fjords was designated a national monument in 1978, preserving one of the largest remaining wilderness areas in the U.S. free of roads and development.
The region operates under strict US Forest Service permits to minimize human impact, ensuring the wilderness remains pristine for future generations.
Island Wings Air Service operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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