Flightseeing: Explore the local history and magical wilderness on your flight aboard an authentic Alaska seaplane, a De Havilland Beaver or Otter. These famous bush planes offer you a chance to view some of the most spectacular scenery in Alaska from the comfort of a window seat. Enjoy your pilot's narration of the area with individual headsets on this once-in-a-lifetime experience as you soar over cascading waterfalls, jewel-like lakes, and abundant wildlife. See the lush forests of spruce and cedar clinging to snowcapped peaks in this land of incredible natural beauty and rugged grandeur. The terrain is home to a multitude of wildlife.
What’s Included:
Requirements & Restrictions: Guest must be able to step up and onto aircraft using a steep ramp with handrail. Minimum age – 8 years. Guest names and weights are required by the FAA. Guests over 250 lbs. (fully clothed) will be assessed a weight surcharge of $168.00 paid directly to the tour operator just prior to the flight departure. Infants up to and including the day prior to their second birthday can be considered a lap child and should be added to the parent's weight they will be sitting on and are at no cost. On or after his/her 2nd birthday, the child is required by FAA to have his/her own seat and will be charged accordingly.
What to Bring: Camera and credit/debit card for purchase in gift store.
Good to Know: Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. Large bags/backpacks are not permitted inside the floatplane, unless the guest has medical needs that require a carry-on bag. All other bags brought to the terminal will be stored until you return from your flight.