The Highlights
Amazing 30-Minute Scenic Helicopter Flight to Bear Glacier
See Bear Glacier, The largest glacier in the Kenai Fjords National Park
Fly through beautiful Icebergs
Bear Glacier boasts one of the largest double medial moraines in the world
Stunning Aerial views of Cathedral Falls
See Fort McGivlary, an old World War II Era Installation
The Details
Tour Times
9:30, 10:50, 1:30, 2:50, 5:30
Custom departure times available by request
Tour Length
This excursion lasts approximately 30 minutes but we ask you to arrive 15 minutes ahead of your scheduled departure.
We advise blocking off approximately 1 hour for this tour with check-in and check-out.
Price
$379 per seat. Children under 24 months are complimentary but must ride on an adult’s lap.
Price excludes a 1.6% online booking fee, capped at $20 per reservation.
What to Wear
The helicopter is equipped with a heater. We can open vents for cooling. We recommend wearing whatever would be comfortable for you that day. If you have questions about what to wear that day, we can help you decide on layers during our check-in process.
Booking Tips
If you are staying multiple days in Seward, we recommend booking your trip on the first day. If not, make sure to book in the morning.
Weather Policy
If we cannot fly, you will receive a full refund. If you have the time, we will work to reschedule your tour. This tour is not often canceled; however, safety is always our priority.
Weight Policy
Due to FAA policy, we cannot fly passengers over 300 lbs. Additionally, we have a total weight capacity of approximately 585 lbs for this tour. If your combined weight exceeds this, we will have to split your group for flying, and additional charges may be incurred. Please feel free to call our office with questions.
Cancellation Policy
We ask that all cancellations be made at least 48 hours in advance.
Flight Route
Depart the Seward Airport and fly out of Resurrection Bay towards Tonsina Beach. From there, follow the beautiful Spruce Creek back into a mountainous valley. Keep a sharp eye out for an old mining camp and mountain goats. Flying over Cathedral Falls, a multi-tiered waterfall is impressive.
Then, ascend through an alpine meadow and over magnificent snow-capped mountain peaks as Bear Glacier comes into view. Bear Glacier is over 7 miles long and 2 miles wide. Fly low and slow up the face of the glacier and zoom through icebergs for incredible photo opportunities.
On the flight back, you can fly over Fort McGilvray, an old World War II installation, or through Paradise Valley if the weather allows.
All flight routes are approximate and change based on weather.
Gourmet Lunch and Paddle
Join us for a remote gourmet lunch and a scenic paddle at Bear Glacier. Our lunches are seasonal Alaskan cuisine. This excursion can be catered to all activity levels. Don’t want to kayak? No Problem.
Bear Glacier Overnight
Join us overnight for a stay at our Yurt Camp. Enjoy gourmet Alaskan cuisine, stay in our heated yurts, watch icebergs float by, and go for a short paddle and hike around our camp. This experience is approximately 24 hours and is absolutely breathtaking.
Join Us On A Dog Sledding Adventure
Opt for the thrill of Glacier Dog Sledding on a stunning glacier, or enjoy a wheeled ride through scenic landscapes—both options offer unforgettable experiences with the amazing sled dogs of Turning Heads Kennel! Get 10% off one tour when you combine a scenic flight and dog sled tour.