Full Day of Pure Alaska Heli-hiking

Mountain Pass to Glacier Face

Quick Facts
Nearest City

Valdez

Season

July - Oct

Length

11-12 Hours

Adult Cost

$425

Youth (Under 13) Cost

$320

Minimum Age

8 yrs

Mountain Pass to Glacier Face in Detail.

Overview

This tour involves a helicopter drop off in the mountains outside of Valdez with a helicopter pickup on the face of Valdez Glacier. It's roughly 8 miles of hiking but can become longer with additional exploring.

The tour begins around 3,500ft and climbs up to 4,200ft before descending down and hiking out along Valdez Glacier. Most of the terrain is gradual and mild but off trail with the occasional scramble. Can be difficult for some. Features include many glacier and mountain views, alpine lakes and streams, passing near an abandoned gold mine, alpine terrain, a short section through the brush (no bushwhacking) and walking the surface of Valdez Glacier.

Animal sightings may include mountain goats, black bears, marmots, pika squirrels, arctic ground squirrels, ptarmigan, eagles, and mountain songbirds.

This tour maybe be extended into multiple day experience.

Equipment Provided

  • Backpack

Recommended You Bring

  • Hiking Boots or Approach Shoes
  • Water Bottle

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