Alaska Helicopter
Adventure Tours
Knik Glacier Explorer
- 1.5 HOURS
- Year Round
See the Chugach Range from the air as you fly past snow capped mountain peaks and over braided river valleys before landing on over 300 feet of ancient glacial ice! Experience majestic blue pools, swirling moulins, deep crevasses and dramatic ice formations as you step out of your helicopter; onto the icy surface of the Knik Glacier.
The mighty Knik, one of the largest glaciers left in south central Alaska, is twenty-six miles in length and 6 miles across at its toe.
In addition to spotting wildlife from the air, you’ll have an eagle’s eye view of towering waterfalls, glacial iceberg-filled lakes and the untouched wilderness of the Last Frontier!
$429 per person
Knick Glacier Paddleboarding
- 4 HOURS
- Summer
Paddleboarding on a glacier in Alaska is an awe-inspiring and unique experience that allows you to connect with the pristine beauty of nature in a truly remarkable setting.
Once your pilot has picked the perfect glacial pool & landed, your glacier paddling experience begins! You will be outfitted by NOVA GUIDES with all necessary equipment and receive instruction on water safety & paddling your SUP. You’ll have plenty of time to enjoy this unique experience!
In addition to floating, you will have the opportunity to walk around and explore the deep crevasses, towering ice walls, and stunning blue ice formations that make the Knik one of the most captivating glaciers in all of Alaska!
$949 per person
Knick Glacier Trekking
- 4 or 6 HOURS
- Summer
See the Chugach Range from the air as your helicopter flight takes you over snow capped mountain peaks and braided river valleys to land on over 300 feet of glacial ice thousands of years old! Experience majestic blue pools, stunning, swirling moulins, deep crevasses and dramatic ice formations that continue to fascinate and attract the explorer in all of us when you step foot and trek around the surface of the Knik Glacier.
You will have the opportunity to explore the deep crevasses, towering ice walls, and stunning blue ice formations that make the Knik one of the most unique and picturesque glaciers in all of Alaska.
This helicopter & trekking adventure is a combo experience you’ll never forget!
Starting at $899
Heli Hiking
- 4 HOURS
- Summer
This highly customizable adventure allows you to experience the stunning beauty of Alaska. Let our pilot introduce you to an incredible high-alpine location perfectly suited for heli-hiking. You’ll be able to enjoy glacier views from above and may even spot wildlife (especially during berry season)!
We can customize landing location to your preference for a more leisurely hike or a steep scramble, this is a true choose your own adventure.
Get ready to be transported to a vast, open wilderness, a hiker’s paradise with breathtaking views of the Chugach Mountains, the Talkeetna mountains, and countless peaks surround you.
Photography enthusiasts will love this tour!
$799 per person
Ice Climbing
- 4 or 6 HOURS
- *Year Round
Ice climbing on the Knik Glacier in Alaska offers a unique and exhilarating adventure. With its awe-inspiring ice formations, towering icefalls, and dramatic crevasses, Knik Glacier provides an ideal playground for ice climbers. The glacier’s pristine beauty make it an unforgettable experience!
Your day starts out as your helicopter flight takes you past snow-capped mountain peaks, braided rivers, and glacier valleys. You’ll have an eagle’s eye view of glacial iceberg-filled lakes, towering waterfalls, and the unique wilderness of the Last Frontier!
Once landed your NOVA Guide will introduce you to the world of Ice Climbing! You will be outfitted with all necessary equipment to ensure you stay safe and have while climbing!
Starting at $979
Stay The Night IN A MODERn Cottage
Following an exciting day of adventure, come home to Alaska Backcountry Cottages where you will experience an unparalleled relaxing stay amid the most stunning views nature has to offer. Here you will experience a nest of serenity and comfort with all the modern amenities of home. Surrounded by 270 degrees of mountain views you can dream of your next day’s adventures while you rejuvenate with your favorite beverage, meal, and gentle slumber
- Sleeps Up to 6 People Per Cottage
- Palmer, AK
$279 + bed tax per night / cottage