Herbert Glacier Helicopter

Fly with our local year-round helicopter company to the secluded Herbert glacier for a private unique landing
 Total Tour Time: 2.25 hours
  • 30-35 minutes flying time
  • 20-25 minute glacier exploration
  • Allow 2.25 hours including ground transport from downtown



Pricing
  • Price per person: $321
  • As each child is given their own full seat for the duration of the tour, there is no child price available.
  • Comfort seat required for passengers over 280 lbs -- the surcharge of $100 is payable at time of tour
​Pickup Points
  • Cruiseship, Downtown Hotel, Tram or Red Dog Saloon

Schedule
  • Hourly departures from 8:15 am to 5:15 pm.
  • Special 6:15 pm departures available in June & July
  • Tour operates from May 1 to September 30
Please call for availability!
Additional Information

  • All reservations are reviewed and evaluated with reference to cruise ship schedules to insure a timely return to your ship.
  • You will be supplied with glacier boots that go over your shoes.
  • The Glacier is typically 5-10 degrees cooler than downtown; Dress warmly and comfortably in layers.
  • Bring your sunglasses and cameras!  
  • Your pilot is your guide and will choose a unique landing based on the best features of the day, shut down the aircraft upon landing.
  • Each helicopter can seat up to six passengers, provided the weight and balance calculations work out in each aircraft.
  • If your group exceeds 6 passengers and requires the use of multiple aircraft, pilots fly together and coordinate landing location so that you will be together on the glacier.
  • FAA regulations require that your hands are free when boarding the aircraft:   Cameras/binoculars can be worn around neck or fit in your pockets: .  Bags can be checked at base before boarding.
  • To ensure the comfort of all travelers, passengers weighing 280 pounds (127 Kg) or more must pay an additional $100.00 to secure extra space in the aircraft.​