Description

Heli Ice Cave Tour

Take flight and find some of the most spectacular blue ice, inside an ice cave on an Alaskan glacier! This experience flies you over the scenic Matanuska Valley and lands you right onto the glacier. And then, you’re off to explore the ice with professional guides and take in some of the most breathtaking aspects of an Alaskan winter.

Winter Helicopter Exploration

Your trip starts with a scenic flight out of Glacier View and over the winter scenery of Alaska. After 20 minutes of taking in the scenery from the air you will land onto the glacier ice. Enjoy a private experience on the glacier with your team of ice guides. They will be able to provide knowledge, help you learn skills, and find the best ice features.

Going into an ice cave means getting to see some of the most brilliant colors of blue ice. There are many chances for photography and taking in the details of the ice. No experience is needed for this tour and your gear will be provided. However, it is up to you to have the proper layers and outer wear. Alaska’s winter temperatures are often below zero so be sure to bundle up!

Inside an Ice Cave

You and your group can enjoy up to an hour on the ice and exploring the ice cave. After spending some time in the Alaska cold you will be happy to enjoy the warming hut near the ice cave. Additionally, you’ll be able to enjoy hot beverages and relax while the guides load up the helicopter for your flight back.

This ethereal winter experience is full of adventure and pristine blue ice exploration. So here is what we recommend to consider when planning your helicopter ice cave trip:

What to Expect:

• No experience needed
• Minimum age: 6 years
• Minimum of 2 people per trip
• Maximum of 5 people per trip
• 2 hour trip
• Crampons and helmets supplied
• 20 minute flight time/ 1 hour ice time

What to Bring:

For the Winter Ice Cave Explorer we require you to have:

• Your warmest winter clothing
• A backpack with room for gear, if you don’t have one we have some available for you to use!
• Hiking boots or winter boots

Our recommendations on clothing and gear:

• Insulted pants (not cotton/jeans). If you don’t have insulated pants, make sure to layer.
• Insulated Jacket
• Gloves (some are available to borrow if needed)
• Synthetic or wool socks
• Extra warm layers
• Snacks and water
• Camera

Limited Availability: Because the glacier is constantly changing, the Ice Cave tours may not always be available. If our guides decide the Ice Cave is no longer accessible, we will give you a full refund.