Ladyaruba Posted May 25, 2018 #1 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Anyone wait and get a float plane ride upon arrival in Ketchikan? Or book it on the ship? Still undecided😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mazin Mar Posted May 25, 2018 #2 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Does anyone have a recommendation for which floatplane company to use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougH Posted May 25, 2018 #3 Share Posted May 25, 2018 I enjoyed my flight with Michelle from Island Wings and she gets great reviews. Personally IMHO a far better flight would be out of Skagway with Mountain Flying over Glacier Bay. Much better scenery, it's spectacular. Go with the longest flight you can, more air time is better. Last year we even landed way up in a mountain pass overlooking Glacier Bay. Scary but unforgettable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancing Shoes Posted May 25, 2018 #4 Share Posted May 25, 2018 I am booked with Island Wings. She is popular, and probably fills up fast. If you wait, you may not get to go. They do cancel if the weather is not good, if you were waiting till you arrive to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shebba Posted May 25, 2018 #5 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Yes!! Michelle from Island Wings!! She was amazing. We had a wonderful time. Have fun!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladyaruba Posted May 26, 2018 Author #6 Share Posted May 26, 2018 Yes!! Michelle from Island Wings!! She was amazing. We had a wonderful time. Have fun!! Contacted her! Will see if she is available! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cltcruzer Posted May 26, 2018 #7 Share Posted May 26, 2018 1st trip to Alaska coming up this July. We were tempted to book with Island Wings given the widespread rave reviews here and at trip advisor, but we went the cheaper route and used the Alaska tour saver book to get the 2 for 1 with Taquan Air. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladyaruba Posted May 26, 2018 Author #8 Share Posted May 26, 2018 1st trip to Alaska coming up this July. We were tempted to book with Island Wings given the widespread rave reviews here and at trip advisor, but we went the cheaper route and used the Alaska tour saver book to get the 2 for 1 with Taquan Air. Might do that if she isn't available! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladyaruba Posted May 27, 2018 Author #9 Share Posted May 27, 2018 We booked with Michelle and Island Wings for the Misty Fjords 3 hour tour! Both nervous and excited! Never been on a small plane before Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinconfusion Posted May 27, 2018 #10 Share Posted May 27, 2018 Question for those who have taken the tour with Island Wings - were you able to land on a lake, and walk in Tongrass Natl Forest? We are scheduled with Michelle this July . Any bugs? Was there a dock? Concerned about footwear, and/ or wet feet. Do you need a jacket on the plane? Really excited - it sounds beautiful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shebba Posted May 27, 2018 #11 Share Posted May 27, 2018 We booked with Michelle and Island Wings for the Misty Fjords 3 hour tour!Both nervous and excited! Never been on a small plane before�� Good for you! I'm sure you'll love the experience. She works very hard to make sure you have a great time. Question for those who have taken the tour with Island Wings - were you able to land on a lake, and walk in Tongrass Natl Forest? We are scheduled with Michelle this July . Any bugs? Was there a dock? Concerned about footwear, and/ or wet feet. Do you need a jacket on the plane? Really excited - it sounds beautiful! We landed on a small island in the middle of a lake. The scenery was breathtaking!!One of our all time favorite excursions. As I recall, I just wore sneakers. I do recommend a light jacket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shebba Posted May 27, 2018 #12 Share Posted May 27, 2018 (edited) I'm trying to post just a few pictures, but can't seem to figure out how to post the whole dang album!! I'll keep trying! Edited May 27, 2018 by Shebba Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Shebba Posted May 29, 2018 #14 Share Posted May 29, 2018 A few quick pics of our 'landing' with Island Wings out of Ketchikan. Amazing experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted May 30, 2018 #15 Share Posted May 30, 2018 Ketchikan is a port where you can pick up walk up flights. I'd suggest, arranging this at the very beginning of your port time. I am a long time customer of Southeast Aviation and have flown with them multiple times. Every trip is just superb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted May 30, 2018 #16 Share Posted May 30, 2018 Question for those who have taken the tour with Island Wings - were you able to land on a lake, and walk in Tongrass Natl Forest? We are scheduled with Michelle this July . Any bugs? Was there a dock? Concerned about footwear, and/ or wet feet. Do you need a jacket on the plane? Really excited - it sounds beautiful! No most landings do not allow any "walking" You will have to stay in the very general area- UNLESS, you specifically book a trekking option. Sure there can be "bugs", Pretty much possible anywhere. There is a dock- BUT- it's up to the pilot- that day, if they use it or not. I've had multiple different landing sites, along with the "dock". Sometimes, assumptions are made that routes are fixed, in Alaska, - there are numerous alternatives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladyaruba Posted May 30, 2018 Author #17 Share Posted May 30, 2018 A few quick pics of our 'landing' with Island Wings out of Ketchikan. Amazing experience. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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