Misty Fjords Floatplane Flightseeing Tour
Description
Take to the skies on a breathtaking floatplane journey through Misty Fjords National Monument, one of Alaska’s most iconic wilderness areas covering over 2 million acres. Your adventure begins right on the water of the Tongass Narrows as you lift off and slowly ascend over the Tongass National Forest — a vast landscape of lakes, valleys, and untouched rainforest. From there, you'll see 3,000‑foot granite walls, glacially carved fjords, cascading waterfalls, and the deep blue waters of Rudyerd Bay. Keep an eye out for wildlife like mountain goats, bears, otters, eagles, and other wildlife of Southeast Alaska. • With 45 years in business and trusted legacy partnerships with all major cruise lines, we bring experience and knowledge that will make your trip unforgettable • Window seat guaranteed • Engaging narration that enhances your experience • 100% Guarantee that you will NOT miss your cruise ship all-aboard • Private van transportation including pickup & delivery
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Itinerary
Soar above the largest temperate rainforest in the world at 17 million acres, with endless valleys, lakes, and rugged wilderness stretching in every direction.
Fly deep into “The Yosemite of the North,” where sheer granite walls rise 3,000 feet, waterfalls spill from hanging valleys, and glacially carved fjords create one of Alaska’s most dramatic landscapes.
A striking volcanic spire rising straight out of Behm Canal, one of the most iconic landmarks in the monument.
Depart and return from our historic waterfront base, where your floatplane takes off directly from Tongass Narrows.
Take in sweeping aerial views of remote lakes, steep ridgelines, and untouched rainforest across this vast island within the Tongass.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: all passenger names, all passenger weights, and cruise ship/hotel name.
- Morning departure times range from 7am to 12pm; Afternoon departure times range from 12pm to 7pm. Please either include a contact number at time of booking or call the local supplier to confirm a departure time.
- Maximum weight of 300lbs
Reviews(242)
We were amazed at the beauty of the area surrounding Ketchikan. We will have great memories of our trip .
They canceled us 20mins before the pick up and completely ruined our day at ketchikan. If you book this tour, please be very careful about cancelation. Better to get a more reliable tour operator
Our pilot Cassie was awesome. She knew I as anxious about flying and kept checking on me. We flew so close to the mountains/fjords it was breathtaking! Would highly recommend.
Would have been nice for the pilot to give some commentary or allow for questions while in flight.
A bucket list adventure worth every penny. Flown many times in Cessnas but first time in a float plane/sea plane. Built in 1957 ours was serial number 200 something out of 400 something ever built. Always felt super safe with some very impressive flying through, around, in Misty Fjords National Monument… the pictures do not do it justice.
Was incredible! I am actually afraid of heights & airplanes make me nervous but this was nothing like I had thought it would be. Smooth flying and incredibly smooth take off and landing! Once in the air you are overwhelmed by the incredible views that thoughts of the height literally escaped my mind! I would do this again and again. Staff and pilot were wonderful!
Great, Great scenic flight. Paul our pilot was a very smooth operator. I would recommend going through Viator if you go.
We flew with a two year old and it was seamless from beginning to end. Our pilot, Max, was top notch - never had a care in the world! Overall great experience!
I flew with Magie, who was very pleasend enough but she had her dad with her who was sitting in the front with her, and they mostly spoke among themselves. no explanation to the passengers at all. we flew an hour and nothing was shared to us about the flying or where we were. I was very disappointed for sure. the flight in it self was great, but sure would of loved some information where we were flying over.
From pick-up to drop-off and all points in-between, the staff was timely, courteous and very helpful. Then there is the flight itself with Paul, our pilot. We were is good hands, with a soundtrack and information about the area that enhances the visual experience - which spoke volumes on its own. Worth every penny for this hour long bird’s eye view of the Misty Fjord National Park and Ketchican area.
