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Taku Glacier Helicopter and Airboat Adventure

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3 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Combine a helicopter, an airboat, and a glacier landing on this ultimate Alaskan adventure. Soar over the vast Juneau Icefield and Tongass National Forest to Taku Point. Board an airboat to cruise the five-mile face of the mighty Taku Glacier, getting remarkably close to the ancient ice. Your journey culminates with a helicopter landing on the icefield itself. Step out to capture stunning photos and stand amidst a majestic, remote landscape, taking in the immense scale of the wilderness before your return flight. This is a truly unforgettable activity.

What's Included

  • We will provide you with over boots and rain pants during your activity
  • We will provide a Mustang Jacket while on the Airboat.
  • Surcharge for guests 250lbs or over (this will be charged at the Helicopter base in Juneau)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Passengers off Cruise Ships will meet tours at the Goldbelt Tram Base Station at 490 South Franklin Street, right by the cruise ship docks. You will meet your NorthStar representative in a white van with our logo. *Please ensure your chosen departure time is at least one hour after your cruise ship's scheduled arrival time to allow for disembarkation and travel to the meeting point.

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Meeting point

North Douglas Highway
Juneau, AK 99801, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Downtown Juneau

Transfer by van from downtown to the Helicport on Douglas Island
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

NorthStar Helicopters

Gear up, restroom break and safety briefing
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tongass National Forest

Fly over the Tongas National forest, Taku Inlet and Juneau Icefield and enjoy the breathtaking views on our way to Taku Point.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Taku Point

Land at Taku Point and take off on an hour long ride viewing the Taku Glacier by Airboat
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Taku Point

Reboard your helicopter and take off the for your landing on the Taku Glacier
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Taku Glacier

Land on the Glaicer and be lead by your pilot to take in the sweeping views of inspiring Taku Glacier
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Juneau Icefield

Reboard the helicopter and enjoy the stunning views
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

NorthStar Helicopters

After arriving to the NorthStar Base on Douglas Island you'll be transportated back to Downtown Juneau
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • You should dress for a 10-15°F temperature decrease from sea level (downtown) to the glacier. We recommend that you dress in sturdy shoes, long socks, warm layers, and sunglasses.
  • Please ensure your chosen departure time is at least one hour after your cruise ship's scheduled arrival time to allow for disembarkation and travel to the meeting point.
  • Provide shoe size during your booking on the Special Requirement tab because we need it before you arrive to our base

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Taku Glacier Helicopter and Airboat Adventure?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Taku Glacier Helicopter and Airboat Adventure?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • We will provide you with over boots and rain pants during your activity.
  • We will provide a Mustang Jacket while on the Airboat.
The following is NOT included:
  • Surcharge for guests 250lbs or over (this will be charged at the Helicopter base in Juneau).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 7..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Taku Glacier Helicopter and Airboat Adventure is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Taku Glacier Helicopter and Airboat Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Alaska. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024

What's Included

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  • We will provide you with over boots and rain pants during your activity
  • We will provide a Mustang Jacket while on the Airboat.
  • Surcharge for guests 250lbs or over (this will be charged at the Helicopter base in Juneau)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • You should dress for a 10-15°F temperature decrease from sea level (downtown) to the glacier. We recommend that you dress in sturdy shoes, long socks, warm layers, and sunglasses.
  • Please ensure your chosen departure time is at least one hour after your cruise ship's scheduled arrival time to allow for disembarkation and travel to the meeting point.
  • Provide shoe size during your booking on the Special Requirement tab because we need it before you arrive to our base
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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