Denali Sightseeing: Majestic Mountain Views on a 1.25-Hour Flight from Talkeetna

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Denali on a 1.25-hour flightseeing tour from Talkeetna. Marvel at glaciers, icefalls, and snowy peaks, and even add a glacier landing for an unforgettable adventure.

Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Talkeetna Air Taxi - Begin your adventure by arriving at our rustic log cabin office located at Talkeetna State Airport 45 minutes before your scheduled flight. Remember to bring sunglasses, a light jacket for the summer months, and ensure you have ample storage on your camera.

Embark on our ski-equipped plane and listen to your pilot’s narration about the area’s geological history and the indigenous wildlife through your personal headset.

Your journey will take you above the town of Talkeetna and across the river networks of the Susitna Valley, leading you into a breathtaking realm of ice cascades, glaciers, and snowy summits. Experience the awe of the Ruth Glacier’s Great Gorge, with its 4,000-foot-thick ice river, ranking it among the world’s deepest gorges. Venture deeper into the mountain range to witness the seven principal glaciers that drape the southern face of the Alaska Range.

Consider enhancing your excursion with a glacier landing, a memorable addition to your Alaskan holiday. This experience will extend your tour by 30 minutes, providing an opportunity to immerse yourself in the majestic scenery.

What's Included
  • Local taxes included
  • Live expert pilot narration
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees to Denali National Park (only if Glacier Landing option selected; USD$ 15 per person)
Additional Information

Embark on a 1.25-hour aerial tour from Talkeetna to capture unparalleled views of Denali. Tracing Talkeetna’s river systems across the Susitna Valley, immerse yourself in an awe-inspiring landscape of icefalls, glaciers, and snow-capped peaks. Delve deeper into the Alaska range to witness the Kahiltna Glacier- the longest in Denali National Park. Spanning 45 miles, this glacier offers stunning ridges of earth and ice. Enhance your tour with a glacier landing for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, extending your trip time by 30 minutes.

  • Local transfers are available within Talkeetna to the airport. Please call to arrange your pick up location and time. Passengers who are outside a 3 mile radius of Talkeetna must come to the Talkeetna airport where our office is located. Physical address is 14212 E. Second Street, Talkeetna AK, 99676
Location
14212 E 2nd St
East 2nd Street
We are located at 14212 East Second St. All of our flights depart from our office.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Cindy
Aug 6, 2024
A fantastic Experience! - This was a wonderful tour! Easy to book, well organized. They were able to accommodate us on an earlier tour when the weather was going to take a turn. The views were spectacular and landing on a a glacier was so much fun! Our pilot Liam was calm, reassuring and knowledgeable. This was a pricy tour, but the experience was priceless!
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Andrewsbptny
Jul 20, 2024
Highlight of a 14 day trip to Alaska - and there were many highlights! - We cruised into Alaska, spent 7 more days driving around. This was our first stop and probably the family highlight because we had never done a flightseeing trip before. Upon arrival, we were told that the cloud ceiling was pretty low, so our trip would likely be cut short, but we would be refunded for the difference or we could try to reschedule for another day, but there weren't any promises it would get better....our day was the first "good" flying day in a few days. Being on a bit of a timeline, we opted to go ahead with it and were not disappointed. our pilot, Ace, was amazing. He talked to us along the way, gave all kinds of information about the area, pointed out rivers, glaciers, cabins, mountains whose names escape me. He was genuinely bummed that it wasn't clear enough for a glacier landing, he wanted us to experience that. Flying around, and probably through communicating with others, he "found a hole in the clouds..." and there we were, looking at the summit of Denali! Absolutely breathtaking. Additionally, he pointed out part of a glacier that must have just calved and did an extra circle around. By day's end, I had a credit back on my card - which was far more than anticipated, and I was glad I had tipped him (what I thought) well. We didn't start a stop watch on take off, so I really don't know how much time was missed. The fact that TAT took care of us so well ensures that we will certainly consider them first the next time we are in Talkeetna. I never felt unsafe in the plane. Ace's expert flying skills were evident from take off to landing. Truly, I've felt much harder landings on much bigger planes. I only wish I had taken the time to ask how he got into flying, if he has favorite routes, learned a bit more about the hiker and skier drop offs - all things he would have told me if I hadn't left the plane with my family in complete awe of the experience. Seats are tight. I'm a tall guy (6'7") and was glad for the space right by the door. It does get a little drafty on board, so if you are cold-sensitive, layer up. Truly a lifetime highlight - and I can't wait to do it again.
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Weigleinl
Jul 12, 2024
Great views of Denali - My husband and I took the Mountain Voyager with Glacier landing. Daniel, pilot, was extremely knowledgeable about the area, identifying the various mountains and geography. We were there on a perfect blue bird day and were able to clearly see Mount Denali. Adding the glacier landing made this an exceptional experience. We had a limited amount of time so we wouldn't have gotten to Denali National Park without the glacier landing. We got so close to the mountain and were able to check the box on another National Park. Highly recommend!
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Patricka309
Jul 12, 2024
Don’t miss this once in a lifetime experience! - Amazing! I’ve been lucky to have many extraordinary experiences in my travels over the years and this is up there among the best! Seeing the Denali Ranges from the air and landing on the glacier is an experience my daughter and I will never forget. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime experience. Highly recommended!
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Sharonac311rx
Jun 27, 2024
I would highly recommend this tour and this company! - We were able to get so close to the mountains. It was an amazing experience! Walking on the glacier surreal! The pilot was very entertaining and knowledgeable. The staff were very friendly and accommodating.
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Robertws7349fo
Jun 26, 2024
Incredible experience! - This was the trip of a lifetime! Very professional, accommodating, friendly staff. We were blessed with excellent viewing weather. Landing, then walking on Ruth Glacier looking up at Denali was breathtaking. Our pilot/guide, Liam from New Zealand was awesome!
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316terram
Jun 24, 2024
Go for it! - Amazing trip, well worth it. Once in a lifetime opportunity to fly above the clouds and see the mountains up close. Would recommend, pictures do not do it justice!
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Winsomev2024
Jun 22, 2024
Awesome - Absolutely amazing flight with close up views of those magnificent mountains. Smooth flight with very good commentary from the pilot
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Conithy
Jun 19, 2024
Highlight of entire trip! - All the staff at Talkeetna Air were super wonderful. Flight was smooth with incredible views. We were blessed with rare clear skies as far as the eye could see. Able to see entire range of mountains. Thank you.
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Rabbit530
Jun 13, 2024
An ABSOLUTE MUST - An ABSOLUTE MUST if the weather is good. Denali and the larger mountain range were simply majestic. It was a once-in-a-lifetime indulgence that we'll never forget, and the height of our 2-week Alaska adventure. And, the staff -- Iris, Chase, were accommodating, helpful and experienced.
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