Stand-Up Paddleboarding on a Glacier in Alaska

Experience Alaska from a perspective few people ever get to see. This extraordinary glacier paddleboarding adventure combines a breathtaking helicopter flight with the unforgettable opportunity to explore a glacier by both water and foot.

Your journey starts with a helicopter ride deep into the rugged backcountry of the Chugach Mountains. Along the way, you’ll take in panoramic views of winding river systems, alpine peaks, and vast fields of ancient ice. The highlight of the flight is the spectacular Knik Glacier, a massive river of ice that spans more than 25 miles through the Alaska wilderness.

After landing on the glacier, your guide will help you gear up and provide a thorough safety briefing along with basic paddleboarding instruction. Once you’re comfortable, you’ll launch onto a serene meltwater pool resting directly on the glacier’s surface.

As you paddle across crystal-clear glacial waters, you’ll be surrounded by brilliant blue ice, dramatic ice formations, and an ever-changing landscape sculpted by nature over thousands of years. The silence and scale of the glacier create an atmosphere unlike anywhere else on Earth.

Beyond time spent on the water, you’ll also have the chance to walk across the glacier itself, discovering hidden ice features, deep fissures, and remarkable textures carved by centuries of movement and melt.

Combining flightseeing, glacier exploration, and stand-up paddleboarding into one unforgettable outing, this Alaska adventure delivers a rare and remarkable experience that belongs on every adventurer’s bucket list.

Glacier Paddleboarding at Knik Glacier

An Extraordinary Way to Explore Alaska

Take your Alaska adventure to the next level with a helicopter-supported glacier paddleboarding experience unlike anything else in the world. Combining flightseeing, glacier exploration, and stand-up paddleboarding, this unforgettable journey places you in the heart of Alaska’s rugged wilderness.

Your adventure begins with a spectacular helicopter flight into the backcountry, offering incredible views of winding river channels, towering peaks, and endless stretches of glacial ice. As you fly deeper into the Chugach Mountains, you’ll witness some of Southcentral Alaska’s most dramatic scenery before touching down directly on Knik Glacier.

Once on the ice, your professional guide will provide all necessary equipment, including a dry suit and paddleboard, along with a safety orientation and paddling instruction. After a brief introduction, you’ll set out onto a pristine glacial lake formed by seasonal meltwater.

Paddle through a landscape of brilliant blue ice, sculpted formations, and crystal-clear water while surrounded by the immense beauty of Alaska’s remote wilderness. The calm conditions and expert guidance make this experience suitable for beginners and seasoned adventurers alike.

In addition to time on the water, you’ll have opportunities to walk across the glacier, observe unique ice features up close, and learn about the natural forces that continue to shape this remarkable environment.

Adventure Highlights

• Helicopter flight through the scenic Knik River Valley
• Landing on one of Alaska’s most impressive glaciers
• Guided stand-up paddleboarding on glacial meltwater lakes
• Dry suit, paddleboard, paddle, and safety equipment included
• Personalized small-group experience with professional guides
• Exceptional photography opportunities in a truly remote setting
• Glacier exploration on foot

Trip Information

Length: Approximately 3.5 hours

Difficulty: Moderate

Minimum Age: 13 years old

Experience Required: None — first-time paddleboarders are welcome

Whether you’re seeking a unique Alaska vacation activity or checking off a lifelong bucket-list goal, Glacier Paddleboarding at Knik Glacier delivers an experience that few people will ever have the opportunity to enjoy. Discover the magic of Alaska from the surface of a glacier and create memories that will last a lifetime.