5 Glacier Seaplane Adventure to Taku Lodge

From $525

Seaplane Adventure to Feast at Taku Lodge

This seaplane flight to Taku Glacier Lodge is a quintessential Alaskan experience. Take in glacial views from the sky and enjoy a freshly made lunch.

Board a seaplane and take off to the famous Taku Glacier Lodge. From the air, admire 5 breathtaking glaciers within the Juneau Icefield including the largest glacier, the 5-mile-wide Taku Glacier. You'll land on the Taku River at the elegantly rustic and historic Taku Lodge, built in 1923. While there, savor a menu of Wild Alaska Salmon hot off the grill as well as scrumptious side dishes, all made fresh daily. After, explore wooded trails or relax in an Adirondack for epic glacier views.

Energy Level

Duration

3.5 Hours

Type

ONCE IN A LIFE, CULTURED

Accessible

Shore Thing Highlights

Experience a more personal adventure with fewer Sailors on this Small Group Shore Thing
Enjoy a freshly prepared meal featuring wild Alaska salmon hot off the grill
Land at the historic Taku Glacier Lodge for front row glacier views
Seaplane flight over the Juneau Icefield

Need to know

Sailors in wheelchairs or with limited mobility should not select this Shore Thing
This Shore Thing is weather dependent and may be subject to last-minute cancellations due to changing conditions
Sailors should advise of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance of the experience
Weather can vary throughout the day; layers and a rain jacket are recommended
Approximately 45 minutes of flight time and 2 hours at Taku Lodge
Sailors should advise of any dietary restrictions or allergies prior to the start of the experience
Ramp can be steep depending on tides
Sailors need to be able to climb small ladder in/out of plane

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5 Glacier Seaplane Adventure to Taku Lodge

This seaplane flight to Taku Glacier Lodge is a quintessential Alaskan experience. Take in glacial views from the sky and enjoy a freshly made lunch.

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