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Beyond Juneau

5-Glacier Seaplane Exploration

Recommended by 99% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Juneau, USA
High interest
Booked 5+ times today.
  • 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Bethanie_R ·
Jun 2026
This is a once in a lifetime experience that you should budget into your trip. Seeing the glaciers from above is completely mind blowing. The plane is safe and it’s not too loud. There is a recording in your headset that gives you pertinent information. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
· Mary_E ·
Jul 2026
What an amazing excursion! We could not stop smiling. Breathtaking views and a comfortable experience. I felt safe, but we got a close up view of some beautiful mountains. We were blessed with perfect weather, thankfully. This tour is definitely a must!

Overview

    What's Included

    • 40 minutes of glacier & wilderness flightseeing via seaplane with all window seats.
    • Guaranteed window seat
    • Audio/written narration
    • Flight map
    • Gratuities
    • Hotel/Cruise Ship pickup and drop-off

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • 2 Marine Way, Juneau, AK 99801, USA

      Please meet us *30 minutes before tour time* in our passenger check in location within the blue Historic Merchants Wharf building. We are the only floatplane operator on the downtown waterfront, with our base just above the floatplane docks at the head of the harbor. We look forward to your visit!

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    1

    Juneau

    40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travelers can participate
    • All flights are approximate and subject to change due to weather
    • Child rates apply at the age of 2 years through 12 years old
    • Tour not suitable for guests with no mobility of their own
    • Layered clothing and comfortable walking shoes recommended as well as a camera and sunglasses
    • Maximum per passenger weight of 300 pounds (for designated aviation Weight & Balance)
    • Infants under the age of 2 years may travel at no cost as "Lap Babies"
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Beth_S
    A must do when in Juneau. The staff was super helpful. The views were spectacular. The weather was made to order with blue skies. It was a trip we will never forget.

    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 154 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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    Amazing Experience!!!

    Michael_L, Jul 2026
    The views of the glaciers are just something you can’t put into words. It felt like we were in a National Geographic documentary. The whole family absolutely loved it!! HIGHLY recommend!! It was SOOOOO much better than the view from the cruise ship. And Jon was an awesome pilot and tour guide on top of it all!!

    Don’t Miss Juneau Adventure

    Kelly_L, Jul 2026
    This trip explored the beauty of the glaciers from the sky! The plane tour started by taking off from the river, where we enjoyed the glaciers with a birds eye view and narrated tour. Each person had their own window to get up close and personal with the views.

    Do this!

    Tiffani_B, Jul 2026
    It was a bucket list item to ride in a sea plane. This did not disappoint. The views were incredible. The pilot Bruce was amazing. Love Love Loved it!

    Great experience

    Beverly_W, Jul 2026
    Highlight of our visit to Juneau!! Definitely recommend this excursion… Bruce was our fabulous pilot…. Great photos from air!

    5 glaciers seaplane excursion

    jtaxter, Jul 2026
    Although the flight is only 40 minutes, you'll appreciate the vastness and grandeur of these glaciers and the surrounding peaks and valleys. Our pilot, Maddie, was a true professional and top notch!

    Once in a lifetime experience.

    Virginia_O, Jul 2026
    Everything was great from start to finish. Spectacular views. Wonderful pilot. Woukd do it again in a heartbeat.

    Wow!

    Jill_P, Jul 2026
    Wow! What an amazing perspective on Juneau. Our pilot was excellent pointing out interesting things along the way. The views were incredible!

    Best way to see glaciers

    Brenda_H, Jul 2026
    It’s worth every penny! Fantastic views and so informative. The pilot was crew were very professional and friendly.

    Out of this world

    Maxine_H, Jul 2026
    A amazing trip, I can safely say I have never been on a trip like it and would do it again in a heartbeat xx

    Awesome experience and views!

    Jodi_L, Jul 2026
    What an unbelievable experience! The views from the seaplane were phenomenal! A great way to see Alaska! Gorgeous state!

    Excellent informative...

    Tracy_S, Jul 2026
    Excellent informative narration while viewing amazing vistas. Qualified pilots woth friendly staff members.

    Unbelievable!

    Kathleen_C, Jul 2026
    One of the best things I’ve ever done! Our pilot John was fabulous and very informative and knowledgeable

    Outstanding

    Randy_C, Jul 2026
    Breath taking, marvelous, fantastic are just a few words to describe. Great friendly staff and pilot, Little John was so great to point things out to me. I took pictures and video from start to finish of trip

    Don't miss out on this tour

    Ramakrishman_V, Jul 2026
    This is one of best tours and must do on everyone's list. Amazing views of glaciers with great commentary. Please don't miss out on this tour.

    The staff at all departments are very good service minds and very pleased to support us through out the trip

    Bhongsak_T, Jul 2026
    Travelers ourselves should be the right one to inform and explain how good this trip to their friends and families. .

    Just Wow!

    Mary_E, Jul 2026
    What an amazing excursion! We could not stop smiling. Breathtaking views and a comfortable experience. I felt safe, but we got a close up view of some beautiful mountains. We were blessed with perfect weather, thankfully. This tour is definitely a must!

    Highly recommend

    elliot_p, Jul 2026
    Outstanding excursion, great views of the glaciers. We truly enjoyed this…one of the highlights of our trip to Alaska.

    Amazing!!! Worth every...

    Sarah_M, Jul 2026
    Amazing!!! Worth every penny, my entire family loved it. I’d love to do it again!!! The views were magnificent!

    Amazing

    Robin_M, Jul 2026
    Our pilot Dave was amazing! Beautiful views! Felt safe. Very informative. Well organized. Definitely a must do!

    See Alaksa's few remaining ice age Glaciers

    Gilbert_G, Jul 2026
    Great views of Five Glaciers. You may as well see them within the next few years before Global Warming melts away Alaska's Ice Age.

    Great Glacier Viewing

    Stephanie_H, Jun 2026
    Amazing views of glaciers. So interesting, informative and totally awesome. Knowledgable pilot, great planes

    Once in a lifetime

    Bethanie_R, Jun 2026
    This is a once in a lifetime experience that you should budget into your trip. Seeing the glaciers from above is completely mind blowing. The plane is safe and it’s not too loud. There is a recording in your headset that gives you pertinent information. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable.

    Outstanding excursion!

    Kayla_H, Jun 2026
    This excursion exceeded our expectations. I was initially nervous about the smaller plane but the views were absolutely amazing. Totally worth it! The trip of a lifetime! The company was great to fly with. I was also nervous to book outside of our cruise ship but it was easy to book with Viator, no issues or problems. They dock along side of the ships so you’re within walking distance there. We showed our tickets from our phone at the dock.

    Great experience but be...

    Stan_S, Jun 2026
    Great experience but be sure to be checked in 30 minutes before the time on your ticket. We actually missed our 1st flight. Fortunately we could rebook. Viator needs to make that a bit more clear

    Seaplane Glacier viewing

    Andrea_O, Jun 2026
    Magnificent views! Great information along the way. Pilot was terrific. Easy to get to with nice waiting space.

    Well worth your time and money

    Lisa_M, Jun 2026
    Tour was very organized and well thought out. Communication prior to was timely and thorough. Planes were clean and pilot very professional and informative.

    Wow! Incredible experience!

    Sara_Y, Jun 2026
    Breathtaking, other-worldly views. Unbelievable sights. Pilot, John, was wonderful. Very smooth flying, and insightful information.

    Spectacular glaciers!!!

    CHRIS_M, Jun 2026
    This was amazing...seeing snow-capped places so few people ever get to see! keep an eye on the upcoming weather forecast to see if you should cancel or go!

    Majestic Glaciers

    Michele_L, Jun 2026
    This seaplane ride is a must do! Highly recommend, worth every penny! Amazing scenery and it’s easy to see why there are no roads to Juneau.

    WOW, there is not one...

    Nanette_B, Jun 2026
    WOW, there is not one specific word that I could use to describe this experience. It was by far the BEST excursion I've ever taken and we've cruised numerous times. I was nervous at first going on a smaller plane, but the pilot was truly very experienced and knowledgeable. From the time we arrived at the facility to check-in everyone was so personable and put us at ease. I had a smile on my face throughout the entire excursion. It was a beautiful sunny day and the views were magnificent!! It was definitely worth every penny. Would highly recommend this excursion. I truly felt "like I had kissed the forehead of God, then came back down to earth all the while being so grateful for the sights before me!! This entire excursion was the center of our vacation. The photos we took did not give it justice; however, they will be a wonderful momento of our time there. I would definitely take a trip with this company again!!

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