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What Is a Float Plane? An Overview of Features and Uses

Imagine soaring over crystal-clear waters, your aircraft gliding effortlessly before touching down on a remote lake, far from the constraints of concrete runways. That’s the magic of a float plane; a versatile aircraft fitted with buoyant pontoons, allowing it to take off and land on water. For decades, float plane travel has been a lifeline for remote communities, adventurers,…

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The Ultimate Alaska Experience — A Journey of Glaciers, Wilderness, and Heartfelt Hospitality

After a breathtaking flightseeing adventure showcasing five magnificent glaciers, your floatplane lands on the Taku River at our private, century-old Taku Glacier Lodge — a wilderness haven steeped in history and heart. Savor fresh wild Alaskan salmon grilled over an alderwood fire, wander peaceful forest trails, and listen to the legendary stories of Mary Joyce, the pioneering Alaskan whose 1,000-mile solo dogsled journey put the Taku Lodge on the map. Here, surrounded by glaciers and history, time feels suspended — a moment of pure Alaska. It’s the soul of Alaska — extraordinary, awe-inspiring, and unforgettable.

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An Unforgettable Flightseeing Adventure To Alaskas Glaciers

Experience the most glaciers seen on any flightseeing tour in Alaska — five mighty rivers of ice that reveal the power and poetry of this landscape. Every guest enjoys a guaranteed window seat and continuous narration throughout the journey, ensuring no story or view is missed. From the mighty Taku Glacier — the largest in the Juneau Icefield — to the vivid blue walls of Hole-In-The-Wall, every turn offers a new perspective of nature’s power and beauty. It’s more than flightseeing — it’s a rare chance to feel Alaska’s grandeur from the air.