Soar from downtown Juneau over five massive glaciers, land by the historic Taku Glacier Lodge, and spend two hours feasting and exploring in true Alaskan wilderness. This three-hour seaplane excursion combines stunning aerial views with a rustic lodge meal and on-site nature walks.
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You lift off from Juneau’s waterfront and the town slips into a mosaic of docks and fir as the deHavilland Otter climbs toward the Juneau Icefield. Every seat is a window seat; headsets feed steady narration as five glaciers—knife-edged and ancient—unfurl beneath you. The Taku Glacier, largest in the Juneau complex, dominates the view, its blue ice daring you to study the crevasses.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires boarding a floatplane, short walks on uneven lodge trails and porch steps.
Wildlife
History
Taku Glacier Lodge began as a rustic field base in the 1920s and evolved into one of the few accessible glacier-front lodges near Juneau, reflecting a century of lodgings that supported miners, pilots and early visitors.
Conservation
The Juneau Icefield and surrounding waterways are sensitive; operators limit group sizes, brief guests on bear-safe behavior, and encourage 'pack out' practices to reduce human impact.
Reserve your spot on the Taku Lodge Feast & 5-Glacier Seaplane Discovery today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Weight & Seating
Flights require passenger weights for safe balance—note the 300 lb per-person limit and that every booking guarantees a window seat.
Dress in Layers
Temperatures vary between coastal Juneau and the glacier landing—bring a waterproof outer layer and warm mid-layers.
Wildlife Viewing Safety
Black bears are often sighted; keep a respectful distance and follow guide instructions—do not approach or feed wildlife.
Camera & Binoculars
Bring a camera with a modest zoom and compact binoculars for glacier detail and distant wildlife—phones work but a small zoom lens helps.
Waterproof shell or rain jacket
Shields against coastal drizzle and sudden gusts on the lodge porch and trails.
Insulating mid-layer (fleece)
Keeps you comfortable during the short outdoor walks and while seated on the porch.
Sturdy walking shoes
Useful for uneven forest trails and riverbank landings at the lodge.
Binoculars or zoom camera lens
Helps pick out glacier features, crevasses and distant wildlife from both plane and shore.