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Tongass National Forest Facts: See from the Air in Alaska

Guests visiting the Taku Glacier Lodge experience firsthand the marvels of the untouched Juneau Icefield, surrounded by the Tongass National Forest. Soaring Above the Tongass: Alaska’s Temperate Rainforest from the Air The Tongass National Forest is full of surprising facts. It’s the largest temperate rainforest on Earth and covers much of Southeast Alaska—including Juneau. These…

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Your timely return is our priority, and we are experts at it!  You can rest assured that we are committed to ensuring you never miss the next leg of your journey. Each of our tours are thoughtfully scheduled with ship schedules in mind, ensuring that you can arrive back to your ship before departure time….

History beyond the wings: N339AK

Built in 1965, the 454th DHC-­‐3 Otter was purchased by the Tanzanian Air Force on April 12, 1966. It remained in Canada under the care of the RCAF until May 1967, when it was crated and shipped to Tanzania, where it was re-­‐assembled and entered service, based at Dar Es Salaam. Of eight Otters in…

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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.

5-Glacier Seaplane Exploration From $290 - $340

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.