Ice Trekking
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Level 1 - Helicopter Glacier Walkabout
Approximately 3 + hours including transportation to and from the heliport,
safety briefing and gearing up, 30-35 minutes of helicopter flight time and a
1-hour walk on the glacier. Minimum age: 8 years
This trip is a
non-strenuous, 1-hour interpretive walk. The guide provides detailed
explanations of the glacier environment, the surrounding area, and teaches
proper use of the mountaineering equipment provided. There is plenty of time for
photo opportunities. The amount of walking is moderate, over relatively flat to
rolling terrain. No previous experience is necessary.
Equipment and
food provided: Rain and wind-proof jacket and pants, gloves, hard shell
mountaineering boots, crampons, a trekking pole, and hip-pack with tissues, a
granola bar, and bottled water.
Participant Suggested Fitness Level:
Fair-Good
Level 2 -
Helicopter Glacier Trek
Approximately 4 + hours including
transportation to and from the heliport, safety briefing and gearing up, 30-35
minutes of helicopter flight time and a 2-hour hike on the glacier. Minimum age:
12 years
On this 2-hour hike, there is an early emphasis on learning the
proper use of the mountaineering gear and understanding the glacier features and
hazards so that more remote areas of the glacier can be accessed during the
trek. You will experience physical activity interspersed with detailed
explanations of the glacier environment and surrounding area. The amount of
walking is extensive on uneven and sometimes steep terrain. No previous
experience is necessary but you should be comfortable walking 2 miles over
uneven terrain.
Equipment and food provided:
Rain and wind-proof jacket and pants, gloves, hard shell mountaineering boots,
crampons, gaiters, harness with carabineer, ice-axe, helmet, and hip-pack with
tissues, a granola bar, and bottled water.
Participant Suggested
Fitness Level:
Good-Very Good
Level 3 - The "X-Trek"
Approximately 6 + hours
including transportation to and from the heliport, safety briefing and gearing
up, 30-35 minutes of flight time and a 4 hour hike on the glacier. Minimum age:
16 years.
This trek is an Alaskan glacier adventure that includes four
hours hiking and climbing over the rugged terrain of the glacier. Upon landing,
the guide teaches the basics of glacier travel and then leads your group on an
exploration of the most pristine and remote areas of the glacier. Opportunities
for adventure photos abound as you are introduced to and practice basic climbing
and rope techniques enabling you to safely climb and descend the ice walls. The
amount of walking is extensive and often on steep terrain with some technical
climbing. No previous experience is necessary however you should be comfortable
hiking 3-4 miles over varied and sometimes steep terrain.
Equipment
and food provided:
Rain and water-proof jacket and pants, gloves, hard shell mountaineering boots,
gaitors, crampons, harness with carabineer, helmet, ice-axe, climbing tools,
day-pack with tissues, a granola bar, and bottled water. Mid-way through the
trek the guide serves an Alaskan snack.
Participant Suggested Fitness
Level:
Very Good
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Alaska Glacier Trekking Expeditions
"Glacier Hiking & Climbing"
Trekking offers three levels of glacier trekking experiences on the glaciers of the Juneau
Ice field. The treks are designed for people with no mountaineering experience and to provide small groups of clients an informative and in-depth glacier experience.
A broad range of physical abilities can be accommodated on the three levels of treks offered. Appropriate mountaineering gear is provided for each level of trekking experience. All trips are conducted in small groups, normally no more than 12 clients, and provide personalized service.
Level 1 - Helicopter Glacier Walkabout
Level 2 - Helicopter Glacier Trek
Level 3 - The "X-Trek"
Each of the treks includes approximately 30-35 minutes of helicopter flight time to take you to and from your glacier landing site. On your way you will have the opportunity to witness the landscape change from the lush forests at sea level to the granite peaks that surround the Juneau
Ice field. Flights are conducted in AS350 AStar helicopters. These aircraft have become the standard in the helicopter tour industry.
Time on the glacier to explore and learn, proper equipment to safely and effectively move around the glacier surface, and knowledgeable, experienced guides to teach you about the glacier environment and how to use the mountaineering equipment are the core features of the glacier treks. Each of the three levels of treks provides a different length of time on the glacier (from one to four hours) and a different level of physical activity.
Whichever trip you choose . . .
We'll see you on the glacier!
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Level 1 - Helicopter Glacier Walkabout
2012 RATES
* $369.00, per person.
Level 2 - Helicopter Glacier Trek
2012 RATES
* $409.00, per person.
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Level 3 - The "X-Trek"
2012 RATES
* $509.00, per person.
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