thuyronald Posted January 26, 2011 #1 Share Posted January 26, 2011 Hi Everyone, We are contemplating about either doing a helicopter or floatplane ride in Juneau. I know the helicopter ride is more expensive but don't know if I would be missing anything different if I take the float plane instead. Does anyone know if the views of the glaciers are better on a helicopter or are they similar on the floatplane? Have never been to Juneau. Any input or info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in Advance. Twee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruecatt Posted January 27, 2011 #2 Share Posted January 27, 2011 We have done both and I personally like the helicopter ride but you we had great views with both tours. So I wold say it depends on your budget. Float Plane Helicopter Ride Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thuyronald Posted January 27, 2011 Author #3 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Thank you Ruecatt for your input and photos. I think we will do the floatplane since our budget is limited. Twee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted January 27, 2011 #4 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Well a helicopter is far superior for the glacier landing and access on to a glacier. Float planes can also have very scenic routes, which flying out of Juneau will have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judynorth Posted January 28, 2011 #5 Share Posted January 28, 2011 We did the Taku Lodge flightseeing trip and loved it. The views were breath-taking. We landed across from a glacier and had lunch in an old lodge. A bear visited the site while we were there and we were within 30 or 40 feet of it. Here is a link to pictures that we took: http://travel.webshots.com/album/354385877pEpDrd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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