Bear Glacier Helicopter Tour from Seward: 45-minute flight
Resurrection Bay, Bear Glacier, and the Harding Icefield in one flight
A 45-minute helicopter tour from Seward that flies over Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park to Bear Glacier, where you land near the ice and icebergs for photos. The tour includes an FAA-certified pilot and all taxes and fees. Weather determines the exact route, though the typical path follows the rocky coastline looking for mountain goats before reaching the glacier and its lagoon.
Step-by-step itinerary
Helicopter tour over Kenai Fjords
- Fly over Resurrection Bay coastline
- View Bear Glacier and icebergs
- See glaciers, waterfalls, and wildlife
- Land near glacier for photos
What’s included
- 45-minute helicopter flight with an FAA-certified pilot.
- landing near Bear Glacier for photos and close-up views.
- all taxes, fees and handling charges.
- pickup included from Seward.
Times
Next departure: 16 Sep 2027
Information
Fly over Kenai Fjords National Park to Bear Glacier with an FAA-certified pilot and land for close-up photos. The 45-minute tour departs from Seward and includes all fees.
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The experience
The helicopter departs from Seward and climbs over Resurrection Bay, where the route follows the rocky mountain coastline: a natural vantage for spotting mountain goats. The flight then carries you into Kenai Fjords National Park, where Bear Glacier dominates the view: enormous icebergs drift in the Bear Glacier Lagoon, and on clear days the Harding Icefield comes into view as well. Weather permitting, you'll also pass waterfalls, mountain peaks, and the rugged fjord coastline before the pilot sets down near the glacier itself.
The landing gives you time to step out and photograph the glacier and its icebergs up close in a wild setting. This is not a fly-over tour. An FAA-certified pilot is in the cockpit for the entire 45 minutes, and the helicopter holds a maximum of three guests, so the cabin stays intimate. Seating is arranged by weight and balance for safety, though the pilot will honor your preference when possible.
The route shifts based on weather conditions that day, so if you're returning to Kenai Fjords on another tour, the pilot can show you different terrain. All taxes, fees and handling charges are included in the price. Public transportation options are available near the departure point in Seward.
Top questions
Can I be picked up at my hotel?
You can choose: pickup at your hotel, or go straight to the meeting point. When you book, you choose your hotel from 12 pickup locations; if yours isn’t listed, you arrange it with the operator after booking. Pickup is about 30 minutes before departure.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What is Bear Glacier like when you land near it?
Bear Glacier sits at the head of its own lagoon filled with enormous icebergs calved from the ice face. The glacier connects to the Harding Icefield, which you may also see from the air depending on weather and visibility that day.
Does the helicopter land on the glacier itself, or near it?
The helicopter touches down near the glacier for an up-close view and photos in the wild setting, not on the ice itself. You step out to photograph the glacier and its icebergs.
How many people fit in the helicopter?
A maximum of three guests fly per helicopter, with an FAA-certified pilot. The operator typically has multiple helicopters available per tour time, so larger groups can be accommodated across separate flights.
What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my tour?
The route varies based on weather conditions that day. The typical path flies down Resurrection Bay and into Kenai Fjords National Park, but the pilot adjusts to what conditions allow, always prioritizing safety and visibility.
Do I need to arrange my own transportation to the departure point?
The tour departs from Seward, and public transportation options are available nearby. Pickup is included with your booking.
Are there weight restrictions for this helicopter tour?
FAA regulations set a 290-pound weight limit per seat, including all gear going into the helicopter. For groups of two or three people, the combined weight cannot exceed 550 pounds. Call the office before booking if your group is at or near that limit.
Operated by Seward Helicopter Tours. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
Bear Glacier Helicopter Tour from Seward: 45-minute flight
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