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Misty Fjords Flightseeing 1 hour

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1 hour (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Explore pristine, untouched wilderness on this 60-minute flight tour through Misty Fjords National Monument. From your own personal window seat aboard a Dehavilland Beaver (DHC-2) Or Otter bush plane, view cascading waterfalls, dramatic cliffs, and lush mountaintops covered in old growth forest. Interact with you professional, veteran pilot via two-way radio on this small group tour a short flight from Ketchikan.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Ketchikan
AK 99901, USA

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Pickup details

We will pick you up 30 minutes prior to your departure time (45 minutes prior if you arrive on a Norwegian ship and departing with us at 8:00am, as the Norwegian dock is 25 minutes from downtown). The pickup location is 30 minutes prior to departure time shown on your reservation, and pickup location is the Ketchikan Visitor Center, at berth 2. Our white van will park on the north side of this bldg just past the circle of statues outside the Visitor Center. "Seawind Aviation" is on all sides, so please actively look for the van between the statues (The Rock) and the Port Security shack.Please be aware of your departure time prior to your flight. A confirmation will be emailed for you through Trip Advisor that will include precise flight time, pickup time and pickup directions from where your ship will dock.If arriving on a cruise ship, we will pick you up at the Ketchikan Visitor Center, located at berth 2 on the main downtown pier. Our white van will park on the north side of the Ketchikan Visitor Center, between the circle of statues and the port security shack (except for early 8:00am departures on Norwegian Cruise Lines as their port will be at the Ward Cove location). ** Please check in with our office once you arrive. This is very important. We also have a direct phone line inside the Visitor Center, located at berth 2 to reach us on if you do not have a cell phone. The direct phone line is directly across from the restrooms. Press # *70 to reach us directly. Flight times can often be adjusted if we have any weather delays, etc. so it is imperative you check in once you arrive.If staying at a hotel, please notify us which hotel you will be at, and we will pick you up there 30 minutes prior to your departure time.For customers traveling on Norwegian:Your ship will dock 25 minutes from town, at the Ward Cove Mill. If you are scheduled on an 8am or 8:30am flight, we will pick up there directly, 45 minutes prior to your flight time. Once you disembark, you'll go through the Mill bldg and once you exit this bldg, you'll walk through an old trin cart to the right and exit to outside area where you'll see our Seawind Aviation van. If you are scheduled on a later flight, you'll want to come in on a bus to downtown and we will meet you at the Visitors Center 30 minutes prior to your flight time. (You'll want to get in line early to avoid long lines) The buses from Ward Cove area will drop you to berth 4. From Berth 4, you'll walk into town to berth 2 to meet at the Visitor Center. However, please call us as we can also pick you up at berth 4, if just arriving there to save you a walk.Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you. Feel free to reach us directly if you have any questions.

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Meeting point

105-120 Schoenbar Road
Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

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End point

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Misty Fjords National Monument (pass by)

You’ll be able to learn all about the magnificent Misty Fjords through the live narration and conversation with your pilot. Every passenger is provided a voice activated headset that is designed for aviation and allows communication between you, the pilot, and others onboard. The Highlights:Every passenger has a window seat.Enjoy the cascading waterfalls pouring from misty mountains.Once in a lifetime photo opportunities await in this pristine untouched wilderness.Personalized narration.2-way communication headsets to allow conversation with the pilot and passengers.Wildlife sightings are possible and can often be seen in the area.Tour Length: This tour is 1 hour. Every flight is unique.
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SeaWind Aviation (pass by)

You’ll be able to learn all about the magnificent Misty Fjords through the live narration and conversation with your pilot. Every passenger is provided a voice activated headset that is designed for aviation and allows communication between you, the pilot, and others onboard.The Highlights:Every passenger has a window seat.Enjoy the cascading waterfalls pouring from misty mountains.Once in a lifetime photo opportunities await in this pristine untouched wilderness.Personalized narration.2-way communication headsets to allow conversation with the pilot and passengers.Wildlife sightings are possible and can often be seen in the area.Tour Length: This tour is 1 hour.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Misty Fjords Flightseeing 1 hour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Professional guide
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • We do our best to accommodate all handicapped passengers in and out of the airplane. Please contact the operator for assistance.
  • Strollers can stay at the operator's office during your tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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