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Soar from Juneau’s harbor and pass five major glaciers on a 40‑minute floatplane tour. This flight offers unrivaled aerial views of the Juneau Icefield—perfect for first-time glacier watchers and seasoned outdoor photographers alike.
Soar from Juneau’s harbor and pass five major glaciers on a 40‑minute floatplane tour. This flight offers unrivaled aerial views of the Juneau Icefield—perfect for first-time glacier watchers and seasoned outdoor photographers alike.
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Operated by Wings Airways & The Taku Glacier Lodge · Juneau, Alaska
You lift off from the harbor and the city shrinks into an angle of roofs and piers, while the water below flashes like metal. The de Havilland Otter, a classic floatplane, carries ten passengers and a growing hush; narration begins and the first icefields appear—blue crevasses, serrated ridgelines and the broad sweep of the Taku River valley.
easy.
1–1.5 hours.
No special fitness required beyond the ability to board a floatplane and move independently; suitable for most travelers.
The flight includes approximately 40 minutes of aerial glacier viewing within a 75‑minute booking window for check‑in and boarding.
Passports are not required for domestic passengers; bring an ID and be prepared to provide full names and body weights at check‑in for weight-and-balance.
No—flights are subject to cancellation or rescheduling due to weather for safety; you can cancel for a full refund if done at least 24 hours prior.
Yes—this is rated easy physically; infants under two may travel as lap children, but passengers must be able to board and follow safety instructions.
The Juneau Icefield has shaped local travel and industry since Indigenous times; modern floatplane routes grew with 20th-century bush aviation connecting remote communities.
Glaciers in this region are monitored for retreat and mass balance; choose operators who follow guidelines to minimize disturbance to wildlife and avoid landing or low passes that stress animals.
Wings Airways & The Taku Glacier Lodge operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Book with Wings Airways & The Taku Glacier Lodge
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