Juneau Helicopter Tours & Glacier Adventures

Juneau is situated in a temperate rainforest, meaning weather here is often overcast and rainy. Although high summer temperatures average in the 60s, they can range from the mid-40s to the mid-80s. Temperatures at the glacier are generally about 10-15 degrees cooler than at sea-level.

In a typical summer, we cancel about 10% of our trips due to inclement weather conditions. Should we decide not to operate your scheduled tour, we will do our best to reschedule. If this is not possible, will issue you a full refund.

NorthStar’s tours cater to the adventurous traveler  seeking to spend extended time on the glacier. In addition, our small group sizes allow us to provide highly personalized service and outdoor adventures that are tailored to the interests and abilities of each guest.

Please book your tour at least one hour after your ships arrival time. The tour should conclude no less than 45 minutes before your ships departure time. If your ship’s port time changes after you have booked your tour, please contact us.

We fly turbine A-Star helicopters that are the standard in the air tour industry. Our pilots are experienced, well trained and dedicated professionals whose top priority is the safety and comfort of our passengers. NorthStar is a member of the Tour Operators Program of Safety (TOPS), which flight standards exceed those set by the Federal Aviation Administration regulations. Both NorthStar and TOPS have an excellent safety record, and passengers regularly comment on how much they enjoyed their smooth, professional flight.

As with any active outdoor experience, there is always some risk involved. However, the ice upon the glacier is very solid, hundreds of feet thick, and all hazards are visible and can be easily avoided. We also provide all necessary equipment, safety briefings, and experienced guides to keep you safe.