Denali Glacier Expedition
About the Tour
Step into another world.
Walk upon an ancient glacier in the world famous Denali National Park! This Alaskan gem is 6 million acres of natural beauty crowned by magnificent Mt. McKinley. Your adventure begins at our heliport overlooking the Nenana River. Fasten your seatbelts and prepare to be awed. Lift off in your cutting-edge A-Star helicopter to a breathtaking, birds-eye view of the Alaskan wilderness. En route to the massive Yanert Glacier, your pilot will introduce you to the mountainous terrain and stunning vistas. Glaciers have carved this rugged backcountry for eons and the magnificent towering peaks are the work of millions of years of tectonic rumblings. Discover the forces of nature from a new perspective.
Your adventure continues after a gentle landing on the glacier. Under your pilot’s expert guidance, you’ll get a chance to try out the glacier walking boots we provide and inspect the massive, frozen landscape. Explore icefalls and massive crevasses. Experience the otherworldly blue of glacial ice pools – up close and personal.
Experience the magic of these “rivers of ice” as you observe glacial streams and ice pools. Back on board, the significant views continue as you fly off toward Mt. Deborah, which stands at an impressive 12,339 feet. The Denali National Park is home to bears, moose, and Dall Sheep. So be sure to keep a sharp eye out for them throughout this once in a lifetime tour.
Find out more: Visit the Glacier Expedition Picture Gallery or read the Tour Testimonials.
Base/Location: Denali
Tour Time: 2.5 hours
Flight Time: 55 minutes
Time on glacier: 20 minutes
Gear Provided: Glacier boots & round trip transportation from local hotel to heliport
Highlights of Glacier Landing Expedition
• Enjoy almost a full hour of flying
• Trek on a remote glacier with your pilot as your guide
• Experience a bird’s eye view of Denali National Park
• Wildlife viewing opportunities for bear, moose, and Dall Sheep (if present)
Prices: starting at $415 *per person
Note: Please come prepared. Dress warmly and in layers. You’ll need a good jacket, hat, gloves, sunglasses and your sense of adventure!
*Fuel Surcharge May Apply.
Reservations are recommended.
Tour operates from May 14th to September 22nd
Due to weight & balance requirements of the aircraft, passengers weighing 250 pounds or more will be assessed a surcharge.
Tour time represents total time from pickup to drop off at hotel, pier, etc.
All times are approximate.
Hours of Operations and Phone Numbers:
Denali 7 – 7 (seven days a week)
May 10th – Sept 21st
7 am to 7 pm
phone: 907-683-2574
phone: 907-683-1262
