What’s the best way to experience Alaska’s untouched beauty without the crowds? Juneau private tours offer a one-of-a-kind perspective from the sky, giving travelers access to stunning glaciers, deep fjords, and remote wilderness.

With every passenger getting a window seat and expert narration from seasoned pilots, these exclusive flights turn sightseeing into a personal adventure. Whether you’re chasing views of the Juneau Icefield or exploring Taku Glacier Lodge, each tour is designed to be unforgettable.

Today we’re taking a closer look at what makes these custom aerial experiences some of the most unique guided tours of Juneau.

The Magic of Alaska by Air

Most of the Juneau Icefield and nearby glaciers are in remote areas. You can’t hike to them, and boats can’t get close either. A floatplane gives you direct views of these places without needing a trail. That’s what makes Juneau sightseeing by air so unique.

Instead of spending hours trying to reach just one glacier, flightseeing gives you a chance to see several at once. In a single tour, you might see Norris, Hole-in-the-Wall, and Taku Glacier. This is one of the reasons exclusive tours in Juneau often include a flight option.

Seaplane flights offer a calm ride where you can hear the pilot’s narration and enjoy the view without being packed in with a big group. You don’t need to worry about bumping elbows or standing in line. Just sit back and take in the view.

Juneau Private Tours: A Personalized Way to See the Wild

Not everyone wants a crowded tour or a one-size-fits-all schedule. Some travelers want something quieter and more personal.

Juneau private tours offer just that, with options that let guests enjoy the views and the experience at their own pace. There are three main reasons why these custom tours in Juneau are such a popular choice:

• A more personal and flexible schedule
• An authentic floatplane experience for your group only
• Narration and views that make the tour feel guided, not rushed

A More Personal and Flexible Schedule

Private tours make it easier to choose when and how you want to explore. Whether you’re traveling with family, a group of friends, or just a partner, you don’t need to follow a set time with strangers. You can often pick a time that fits your day and keep the group limited to just the people you know.

An Authentic Floatplane Experience for Your Group Only

Wings Airways uses vintage DeHavilland Otter planes, which are a part of Alaska’s aviation story. Each person gets a window seat, so no one misses the views.

Flying with only your group makes the experience feel calm and special. You’re not packed into a tour bus or trying to hear over a crowd. This is one of the top reasons exclusive tours in Juneau are often done by floatplane.

Narration and Views That Make the Tour Feel Guided, Not Rushed

The pilot isn’t just flying the plane. They also act as your guide, pointing out landmarks, glaciers, and wildlife as you fly.

This turns the trip into one of the most unique guided tours of Juneau. You’ll learn about the places below without feeling overwhelmed or rushed through a checklist.

Exploring the Juneau Icefield and Glaciers

The Juneau Icefield is one of the most stunning sights in Southeast Alaska. It covers over 1,500 square miles and includes dozens of glaciers. There are three main reasons this experience stands out for visitors:

• You get views of multiple glaciers in one flight
• The landscape constantly changes with movement and melt
• Every flight is narrated by a local pilot who knows the area

Multiple Glaciers in One Flight

A floatplane lets you see more than just one glacier. You might pass over Taku Glacier, which is one of the few advancing glaciers left in the region.

Others, like Hole-in-the-Wall or Norris Glacier, show a different side of the icefield with deep crevasses and icefalls. These are views that stay with people long after the tour ends. Juneau sightseeing from the air makes it possible to see how these glaciers shape the land.

The Landscape Constantly Changes

Glaciers are not still. They move, melt, and reshape themselves over time. From above, you can see rivers of ice cutting through mountains and melting into deep blue pools.

The details are hard to grasp from the ground. A flight gives you a full picture of how the icefield shifts each season. You may even notice differences if you return more than once.

Local Pilot

What makes guided tours of Juneau by air even better is the voice of someone who lives there. The pilot explains what you’re seeing, from the peaks in the distance to the flow patterns in the ice.

It adds meaning to what could just be a scenic ride. The narration helps you understand the story of the icefield as you watch it unfold below.

A Destination Within a Tour: Taku Glacier Lodge

Some Juneau private tours don’t end with just a flight. They include a stop at one of the most historic and peaceful places in the area: Taku Glacier Lodge.

At the lodge, guests are welcomed with the smell of wild-caught salmon cooking on an open grill. The meal is prepared fresh and served with homemade sides, all while surrounded by the forest and views of the glacier.

Taku Glacier Lodge sits right across the river from the glacier itself. The view is wide and open, offering a direct look at one of Alaska’s most active glaciers.

With no cars or noise nearby, the only sounds you might hear are the river flowing and the occasional crack of ice in the distance. This kind of peace is hard to find on larger group tours.

Enjoy Guided Tours of Juneau

Juneau private tours offer a rare way to see Alaska’s wild beauty from above.

At Wings Airways and the Taku Glacier Lodge, we offer unforgettable glacier flightseeing tours over the 1,500 square-mile Juneau Icefield. Every seat has a window and full narration, giving you stunning views of Alaska’s glaciers. Whether you’re visiting by cruise or on your own, our skilled pilots show you True Alaska from above.

Get in touch today to find out how we can help with your trip!