Anchorage: Knik Glacier Helicopter and Paddleboarding Tour
ID: GYG412348-748136
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight from Alaska Glacier Lodge over the Knik Glacier. Don a dry suit and jump into the glacial lake, and take your paddleboard for a serene wade around.
Venture to Alaska’s frozen desert with a tour of the Knik Glacier Pools. Ride in a helicopter from Knik River Lodge and land on a glacier, before exploring the vast ice fields and going for a refreshing dip. Feel safe in the hands of your knowledgeable guide whether you’re new to paddling or a pro.
Fly over Knik Glacier in a helicopter to admire the wintry landscape below. Gear up with a dry suit and safety equipment and jump into the freezing cold glacier water. Your guide will join you on a few jumps into the glacial lake until you’re comfortable safely getting in and out of the water.
Next up is a paddling lesson and safety demonstration, so you know what to do if you lose your balance. Paddle solo into the lake for a serene trip through the frozen wonderland, and explore one of the biggest glaciers in south Alaska.
Highlights
- Get the ultimate adrenaline rush as you dive into the freezing lake
- Paddleboard in the calming waters of the remote glacier pools
- Feel safe with your knowledgeable and experienced guides
- See Alaska from a new angle with a scenic helicopter flight
- Find peace and stillness in the silent, icy terrain of Knik Glacier
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tours are weather-dependent
You will be outdoors for up to 4 hours
Guides will be equipped with bear safety and medical rescue gear
A moderate level of fitness and a tolerance for extreme cold is required for this tour
Transfers are available for purchase from Anchorage. Please call the activity provider to arrange your transfer after completing your booking
Check in with front desk at Alaska Glacier Lodge
INCLUDED
- Experienced guides
- Dry suit
- All safety gear (flotation device, leash, throw rope)
- Paddleboard and paddle micro-spikes
- Lunch
NOT INCLUDED
- Pickup and drop-off from Anchorage
- Food
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
