About
This is one of our staff favorites because you have time to really experience the stunning beauty of the area. There are dozens of incredible high-alpine locations the are ideally suited for heli hiking. Most of them have a view of at least one glacier, sometimes two or three. Depending on the weather, your speci c interest and your preference for a more leisurely hike or a steep scramble your guide suggests the best location. After a quick gear check we pack up our lunches (included) and board the helicopter and whisk you to the location of choice. Your guide will help you out of the helicopter, that zips back to the lodge and complete silence quickly surrounds you. Take in the amazing scenery and go explore with your guide for 4 hours. This tour is all about you: let us know when you would like to stop and take a break, pictures, run up the ridge to see what is back there (more mountains and glaciers, but hey – go for it). We typically have small groups of 2-4 guests, but never more than 6 guests per guide. If you have a larger group we break up into smaller groups with multiple guides in different locations to ensure an optimum wilderness experience and to minimize our impact. Often times we have photographers with tripods, multiple camera bodies and lenses and they usually want to stay close to the landing zone due to the amount of gear they lug along. Your guide is perfectly happy taking it easy and waiting with you for the perfect light, that cloud to move into position, or for the wildlife to get just a bit closer while looking out for your safety.
Tour Highlights:
- Helicopter flight over the majestic Chugach Range, Knik Glacier, Lake George and more
- Includes a guided, 4-hour hike above timber line, lunch is provided
- Fly down the Great Gorge of the Knik, awarded National Landmark status for it’s beauty
- Small group size, very personal tour
Total tour time: 4+ hours
Flight time: Around 20 minutes, depending on location
