Need recommendation for an independent helicopter excursion in Juneau Sep 13 Majestic Princess

[geepmaley]

Lots of "we did such and such" but not seeing specifics on companies used? Heard a bunch of what you fid on the internet is broker driven vs actual providers, so thought Id ask here.

 

We will be in Juneau on Sep 13> interested in helicopter/Mendenhall trek/walk options.. Not intersected in ice climbing

 

Thanks so much in advance

[Northern Aurora]

Goggle Temsco Helicopters.  At least in the past they have offered tours to Mendenhall out of Juneau.

[SightCRR]

I have had very good experiences with Costal in Juneau. My first thought was that 13 Sept is pretty late in the season and not sure that helos would be available. I would be making some calls now and remember that Juneau is in different time zone from Seattle. sightcrr. 

[DogLover]

Several years ago (pre-Covid) I did a tour (booked directly) with Coastal Helicopters in Juneau, including transportation to and from the pier. Excellent, safe and would highly recommend.

 

Check them out and enjoy your cruise.

https://coastalhelicopters.com/

[ermedchyc29]

We are booked with NorthStar Helicopters for a tour in Juneau in June.  It includes the helicopter ride and 2 hours hike on the glacier.  They got great reviews.  When I called to book, they answered all my questions and were great on the phone!  www.northstartrekking.com  Good luck!

Edited May 10, 2023 by ermedchyc29
forgot to add month

[Coral]

FYI - there will be little snow on the mountains in September. Not sure if you will find helicopter rides at that time.

Edited May 10, 2023 by Coral

[geepmaley]

Anyone booked with alaskashoreexcursions.com

[geepmaley]

On 5/10/2023 at 10:25 AM, ermedchyc29 said:

We are booked with NorthStar Helicopters for a tour in Juneau in June.  It includes the helicopter ride and 2 hours hike on the glacier.  They got great reviews.  When I called to book, they answered all my questions and were great on the phone!  www.northstartrekking.com  Good luck!

Is that the extended trek deal? Are you guys hikers?

 

[wolfie11]

3 hours ago, geepmaley said:

Anyone booked with alaskashoreexcursions.com

They are a tour broker.  They don't operate any excursions themselves.

[ermedchyc29]

On 5/14/2023 at 12:01 PM, geepmaley said:

Is that the extended trek deal? Are you guys hikers?

 

We are NOT hikers!  We are going on the Helicopter Glacier Trek.  I asked the person on the phone the difference between the 1 hour vs 2 hour time frame on the glacier and its just that, longer time frame to walk on explore the glacier.  There is no ice climbing, or trekking to remote places.  Their website is great!

[geepmaley]

20 hours ago, ermedchyc29 said:

We are NOT hikers!  We are going on the Helicopter Glacier Trek.  I asked the person on the phone the difference between the 1 hour vs 2 hour time frame on the glacier and its just that, longer time frame to walk on explore the glacier.  There is no ice climbing, or trekking to remote places.  Their website is great!

Figured it out Trek is 2 hours. Extended trek is 3 and includes climbing. Regular trek is not available for our dates