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Juneau Glacier Flightseeing via Seaplane Tour

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157 reviews

Excursion Overview

Take to the skies on our 5-Glacier Flightseeing via Seaplane tour

Experience the thrill of taking off from the water with this Juneau floatplane excursion. Everyone will enjoy their own window seat while flying in a DeHaviland Otter seaplane over 5 glaciers. This is your chance to fly in what the locals refer to as an Alaskan water taxi!

Your floatplane takes off from the water right in downtown Juneau in front of the cruise ship terminal. You will see the city as you take off from the water while listening to the history of the mining era. Your pilot will take you over a picturesque landscape toward the 1,500 square miles of Juneau Icefield. As you soar through the skies you'll fly over the ocean, rivers, and rainforest on your way to the glaciers that surround Juneau. Keep your eye out for thundering waterfalls, lush forest landscape, and wildlife roaming the mountain peaks! Possible sightings might include bear, moose, goats, and eagles.

As you approach the Juneau Icefield, you will fly over the highlight of this excursion, 5 magnificent glaciers! Though the icefield is massive, only 36 of the glaciers that comprise it are named, and far fewer are accessible. You will see the Norris, the Hole In The Wall, the East, the West, and the mightiest of them all, the Taku Glacier. Five miles wide at its base, the Taku Glacier is breathtaking, expanding, and well worth the wait.

After your journey through the sky with this Juneau seaplane tour, you will land smoothly back on the water of the Gastineau Channel, right back where you started. From here, it's an easy walk to the shops of downtown, your cruise ship, or to local eateries established on the waterfront.

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

  • Roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship terminal
  • Headphones to enjoy a full narration by the pilot
  • Window seat for every passenger
  • Souvenir flight map

Requirements:

  • Maximum weight: 300 lbs
  • Child price for 2-12 years old. Those under 2 years old are free but must ride on an adult's lap.

Duration: 1 hour (Roundtrip from Downtown Juneau)

  • 20 minutes - preflight safety briefing and preparation
  • 40 minutes - glacier flightseeing via floatplane

Meeting Instructions:

  • This tour meets at the Merchant's Wharf dock which is located at the north end of the cruise ship terminal. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

  • This tour is limited mobility accessible. Guests must be able to climb 4 steps into and out of the bus and also up into the floatplane. There is limited space for collapsible wheelchairs and walkers. Guests cannot be confined to a wheelchair. There is no storage available for motorized scooters. Please leave a comment during checkout if accommodations for collapsible equipment will be required on tour.

Refund Policy:

  • You may cancel for any reason up to seven (7) days prior to the date of the tour for a full refund.
  • Please see our Refund Policy Page for complete details.

Frequently Asked Questions

There is a maximum of 10 passengers per floatplane. If you have more than 10 passengers in your party, multiple planes will be used to accommodate your party.

The temperature during flight is roughly similar to the ground temperature, and each plane is equipped with heaters if necessary.

Yes, all seats on the floatplane have a window view.

Wildlife is abundant in Southeast Alaska and sightings are possible on any tour, however this is not a designated wildlife tour and nothing can be guaranteed.

There are no age restrictions for this tour.

Yes, we provide booster seats for younger guests to see out the plane windows.

Small bags may be brought along but must be stored in the rear cargo area of the floatplane.

Non-alcoholic beverages in a closeable containters and snacks are allowed on tour.

Guests must be comfortable walking short distances. Wheelchair assistance is available upon request.

Layered clothing and water resistant jackets are recommended

The Tongass National Forest, an actual rainforest, makes up much of Southeast Alaska. We Alaskans have learned to appreciate the rain and never let it stop us do what we need to do. If it is otherwise safe and quality flying weather, we will fly in the rain. A little-known fact is that the rich blue hues in the glaciers are more vibrant to the eye on an overcast day.

The best time to book your tour is whatever time works best for you. There is no time of day that is consistently better than the other in terms of weather. Weather in Alaska is ever changing and predicting the weather from month to month is nearly impossible.

Yes! The distance between each step on our ladders to board the planes is roughly a foot apart from each other. If the stepping motion is too much for someone, they also have a ramp that is a gradual incline with handrails on both sides that can be used instead. Guests can let the pilots know if a ramp is needed at the time of check-in.

 

Guest Reviews

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Stacy G

On Jul 2025

Scenery was stunning and booking an aerial tour in Juneau was 100% worth the cost. However, the pilot was just ok - quiet and not overly friendly.

Brian B

On Jul 2025

The seaplane excursion was the highlight of our trip up the inner passage. Flying up the fiords to the Taku and other glaciers was spectacular. The view was awesome from the copilot seat. My wife and children had regular seats with windows and found it a little difficult to take it all in at times. The audio tape is informational and our pilot, Maggie often paused it to give us additional information which was nice.

Robert G

On Jul 2025

Incredible! Breathtaking views, friendly staff, and super convenient location. The sea planes are located right at the end of the cruise ship docks. Many shops and an outdoor restaurant right there while you wait for your plane to arrive from the prior groups trip. Watch the float planes land and take off right next to your cruise ship. So convenient and so worth it!

JANICE L

On Jul 2025

This was an amazing experience ! I highly recommend taking a flight. Views were amazing. All staff were wonderful right from booking to keeping us informed to checking in and experiencing the flight with our skilled pilot!

Peggy V

On Jul 2025

Awesome experience - would definitely do it again. Highlight of our Alaskan trip!! Highly recommend for all ages!!

$325.00

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Duration: 1 hours

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Adult (13+): $325.00

Child (2-12): $275.00

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