Excursion Taku lodge feast & 5-glacier discovery tour at Juneau

Experience Alaska's pristine natural beauty and wildlife during this exhilarating flightseeing excursion over the Juneau Icefield and five of its glaciers, with a traditional Alaskan salmon meal at the historic Taku Glacier Lodge. This program offers one of the best views of the Juneau ice field with a water landing on a glacier lake in front of the Taku glacier.

Depart the pier for the brief transfer to the waterfront area where your floatplane awaits for your scenic flight to the Taku Lodge. Once airborne, take in the spectacular views of magnificent glaciers, deep blue crevasses, snow-capped mountains, cascading waterfalls, and the lush Tongass National Forest. Each guest has his or her own window seat and individual headsets allowing you to listen to the narration en route. Your 30-minute flight ends as your float plane glides easily alongside the Taku Lodge jetty, across the river from the breath-taking, five-mile (8 kilometers) wide Taku Glacier.

Taku Glacier Lodge

Built in 1923 as hunting and fishing camp, the Taku Glacier Lodge has since been enlarged and improved. Today, it offers visitors an authentic Alaskan experience in this remote wilderness, surrounded by the pristine Tongass National Forest. As you dine on hearty Alaskan fare that includes fresh wild Alaska salmon cooked over an alder wood fire, accompanied by Alaskan Brewery draft beer or house wine (or water, lemonade, tea & coffee), your host will regale you with entertaining tales about characters like Mary Joyce and her famous dogsled trip that put the Taku Glacier Lodge on the Alaska map. The lodge's rustic interior is decorated with old dogsleds, hunting and trapping gear, furs and skins.

The grounds around the lodge are teeming with flora and fauna. Take a guided interpretative nature walk, or if you prefer, stroll along the trails of the old-growth forest independently; maps are provided. After a two-hour stay at the lodge, re-board your floatplane for the return flight to Juneau.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Flightseeing,Floatplane,Glaciers, Taku Glacier, Tongass National Forest, Taku Glacier Lodge, Alaskan Cuisine

Note

Please note: This tour requires only a minimal amount of walking and accommodations can be made to assist guests with limited mobility. Walking along the well-maintained trails at the lodge is at each guest's discretion. It is not suitable for those who utilise a wheelchair. We recommend guests wear layers, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, long sleeve shirts and pants, and bring a camera. Operation of this tour is weather dependent and it may be cancelled on short notice. The total flight time is approximately 50-60 minutes, with approximately 2 hours spent at the lodge. Early-morning departures include brunch, while afternoon departures include lunch or an early supper. Redfreshments include water, lemonade, coffee, tea, beer or wine. All guests have a window seat on the floatplane. Although a minimum number of participants are required, space is limited. We suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment. The sighting of wildlife cannot be guaranteed. The maximum weight limit per guest is 300lbs. Please advise the Shore Concierge office on-board if you prefer to have your meal with a chicken alternative. This tour is not exclusive to Silversea guests.