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Private Matanuska Glacier Helicopter Tours from Chickaloon

Private, owner-guided glacier landings, ice cave explorations, photography and elopement packages near the Matanuska Glacier.

Featured Glacier Tours & Elopement Packages

Private helicopter landings, winter ice caves, photography-focused flights, and customizable elopement experiences.

Sutton

Private 2-Landing Matanuska Glacier Tour | Private in Sutton, Alaska

Discover the spectacular beauty of Matanuska Glacier on this private guided tour by Sheep Mountain Air. Experience breathtaking aerial views and land on ice for an up-close exploration of Alaska's icy wonder. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike!

Private 2-Landing Matanuska Glacier Tour | Private in Sutton, Alaska

Matanuska Glacier Pool Landing with Sheep Mountain Air

Experience the stunning Matanuska Glacier from the sky and on foot with Sheep Mountain Air’s unforgettable helicopter and walking tour. Venture onto vibrant blue pools and view vast icy landscapes—an adventure perfect for all ages. Read on to discover what makes this Alaska expedition truly special.

Matanuska Glacier Pool Landing with Sheep Mountain Air

Sutton

Alaska Photography & Private Tour with Sheep Mountain Air

Discover the icy beauty of the Matanuska Glacier in Alaska with a private 2-hour flight tour. Perfect for photography lovers and adventure seekers, this experience offers stunning vistas and wildlife sightings personalized just for you. Embark on a flight with Sheep Mountain Air and witness one of Alaska’s most accessible glaciers from above. Owner Mark will customize your journey, guiding you to capture breathtaking images of icy blue crevasses and sprawling ice formations. Along the way, keep an eye out for moose and other wildlife that call this wilderness home. What sets this tour apart is its blend of adventure and personalization. Whether you’re interested in sharpening your photography skills or simply soaking in the wintry vistas, the trip adjusts to your interests. Crowning the experience is a picnic on the glacier’s edge, where you can relax amid the frozen giants and reflect on your journey. This intimate adventure makes it easy to see why Sheep Mountain Air is a top choice for visitors wanting to experience Alaska’s remote beauty with expert guidance and a flexible approach. It’s more than just a flight—it's a chance to create lasting memories with the stunning wilderness as your backdrop.

Chickaloon

Private Glacier Elopement with Sheep Mountain Air in Chickaloon AK

Say your vows above the ice with Sheep Mountain Air’s Private Glacier Elopement in Chickaloon, AK. After your ceremony, enjoy an intimate candlelit dinner in a cozy greenhouse with professional photography available.

Private Glacier Elopement with Sheep Mountain Air in Chickaloon AK

Chickaloon

Matanuska Glacier Flight & Glacier Pool Landing by Sheep Mountain Air

Take a helicopter flight with Sheep Mountain Air to land beside a spectacular blue pool atop the Matanuska Glacier. This accessible Alaskan glacier experience offers close-up views of icy crevasses and the striking glacier surface.

Matanuska Glacier Flight & Glacier Pool Landing by Sheep Mountain Air

Chickaloon

Glacier Elopements with Sheep Mountain Air in Chickaloon, AK

Say your vows high above the Alaskan wilderness with Sheep Mountain Air’s Gold Package Private Glacier Elopement. Choose your perfect glacier or mountain landing for an intimate ceremony officiated right on site.

Glacier Elopements with Sheep Mountain Air in Chickaloon, AK

Chickaloon

Explore Alaska’s Winter Matanuska Glacier: Helicopter Flight and Glacier Landing Adventure

Take a heated helicopter flight from Chickaloon and land on the shimmering blue ice of Matanuska Glacier. Discover one of Alaska’s most photogenic winter landscapes in a 45-minute adventure ideal for all ages.

Chickaloon

Intimate Glacier Elopement on Matanuska Glacier: A Private Helicopter Adventure in Alaska

Exchange vows on Alaska’s dramatic Matanuska Glacier with a private helicopter tour, champagne toast, and cozy cabin stay. Experience an unforgettable elopement surrounded by pristine ice fields and towering peaks.

Chickaloon

Explore Alaska’s Majestic Double Winter Ice Caves on a Guided Tour

Discover two breathtaking ice caves beneath Alaska’s Matanuska Glacier on a 90-minute winter tour led by an expert owner-guide. Experience surreal blue ice formations and panoramic mountain views in the quiet wilderness near Chickaloon.

Explore Alaska’s Majestic Double Winter Ice Caves on a Guided Tour

Chickaloon

Explore Alaska's Matanuska Glacier: Ultimate Winter Ice Cave Adventure

Discover the Matanuska Glacier’s winter ice caves on this thrilling helicopter tour near Chickaloon, Alaska. Explore one of North America’s largest accessible glaciers and witness surreal blue ice formations up close.

Explore Alaska's Matanuska Glacier: Ultimate Winter Ice Cave Adventure

Chickaloon

Glacier and Mountain Scenic Tour Over Matanuska Glacier and Alaska's Majestic Peaks

Take a 25-minute flight from Chickaloon for breathtaking views of Matanuska Glacier, Gunsight Mountain, and wildlife like Dall Sheep and bears. Experience Alaska’s wild heart from above on this unforgettable scenic tour.

About Sheep Mountain Air

Sheep Mountain Air is a Chickaloon, Alaska-based helicopter tour operator specializing in private, owner-guided flights to the Matanuska Glacier and surrounding Chugach mountains.

The company offers a range of helicopter experiences, including glacier pool landings, walking tours on the ice, winter ice cave explorations, scenic mountain flights, and customizable photography and bucket-list tours. Owner Mark pilots many of the private tours and provides personalized guidance, photography instruction upon request, and detailed local knowledge during flights.

Sheep Mountain Air operates multiple private elopement packages — from two-landing Gold and Platinum options to Diamond packages that combine a glacier landing, champagne toast, professional photography, and private dining or cabin stays where offered. Helicopter experiences include 90-minute and two-hour formats, winter flights with heated cabins, and specialized double-landing ice cave tours that highlight blue ice formations and panoramic mountain views. Safety and personalized service are central to each trip, with choices such as ridge views, blue glacier pools, and guided glacier walks on select tours.

Based in Chickaloon near the Matanuska Glacier, Sheep Mountain Air connects visitors to remote glacier terrain otherwise inaccessible by road. The operator’s experiences appeal to photographers, couples seeking unique elopements, families, and adventure travelers looking for private, customizable helicopter access to Alaska’s glacier landscapes. Reservations and specific inclusions vary by trip and season; guests are encouraged to confirm details, available landings, and photography options when booking. Sheep Mountain Air offers private bookings year-round where weather permits and adapts itineraries to seasonal glacier conditions and guest preferences for more information.

Moody crevassed glacier reflected in icy meltwater, alpine setting

Scenic helicopter tour parked beside mirrored glacier lake and peaks

Matanuska Glacier Helicopter Tours from Chickaloon, Alaska

Sheep Mountain Air offers private helicopter tours to the Matanuska Glacier, focusing on glacier pool landings, ice cave explorations, scenic mountain flights, photography instruction, and private elopement packages. Based in Chickaloon, Alaska, Sheep Mountain Air provides owner-guided experiences with options for winter flights, heated cabins, and customized multi-landing itineraries.

Popular Tour Types

Private 2-Landing Matanuska Glacier Tour — 90-minute flights with glacier pool landings and ridge or ice pillar options.
2 Hour Private Bucket List or Photography Tour — customizable flight with photography instruction and views of multiple glaciers.
Matanuska Glacier Pool Landing with Walking Tour — helicopter landing beside blue glacier pools combined with a guided walking tour on the ice.
Winter Matanuska Glacier Flight With Glacier Landing — heated flights and winter glacier landings to experience snow-covered ice formations.
2 Landing, Double Winter Ice Cave Tour and Matanuska Glacier Winter Ice Cave Tour — focused ice cave exploration with owner guidance.
Elopement Packages (Gold, Platinum, Diamond) — private ceremonies on the glacier, champagne toasts, optional professional photography, and included intimate dining or cabin stay options where specified.

Why Choose a Sheep Mountain Air Glacier Flight

Private Helicopter Tours: Flights are private and owner-guided, allowing for customized itineraries and flexible landings.
Photography & Scenic Focus: Several tours include photography instruction or are designed for capturing panoramic glacier views and blue ice pools.
Winter & Summer Options: Glacier landings, winter ice cave tours, and heated cabin flights provide seasonal access to different glacier features.
Elopements & Special Occasions: Multiple private elopement packages are available with options for photography, champagne toasts, and intimate dining where offered.

What to Expect on a Matanuska Glacier Tour

Scenic helicopter departure from the Chickaloon area toward the Matanuska Glacier and Chugach mountain views.
Private glacier landings at blue pools, ridge overlooks, or glacier surfaces for walking tours and photography.
Owner Mark often guides tours, providing local insight, safety briefings, and photography coaching when requested.
Flight durations commonly include 90-minute and two-hour options depending on the selected experience.

Booking & Practical Details

Tours vary by season and weather; specific landings and ice cave access depend on conditions.
Guests should confirm inclusions, photography options, and elopement details at booking.
Sheep Mountain Air operates from Chickaloon, providing direct access to the Matanuska Glacier region.

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Experience private helicopter access to Alaska’s Matanuska Glacier with specialized glacier landings, owner-guided photography flights, winter ice cave tours, and customizable elopement packages that highlight the region’s dramatic blue ice and mountain panoramas.

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Book a Private Glacier Landing Today

Reserve an owner-guided helicopter tour to the Matanuska Glacier — private flights, photography tours, winter ice cave trips, and elopement packages available.