Lift off in a floatplane and soar over the entire Endicott Arm fjord system and the Stikine Icefield beyond — an eagle's-eye panorama of calving glaciers, hidden alpine lakes, and primeval wilderness stretching to the horizon.
What to expect
Your de Havilland Beaver or Otter lifts off Juneau's waterfront and banks south toward the Stikine Icefield, giving you a bird's-eye view of the serpentine blue ribbon of Endicott Arm cutting through ancient granite. The pilot — a seasoned Alaska bush aviator — narrates key landmarks and glacier features as you trace the full length of the fjord. Weather permitting, you'll circle low over Dawes Glacier's calving face, observing crevasses, meltwater rivers, and iceberg-studded waters from an angle few ever see. The return flight skims the coastal mountains, revealing the sheer scale of Southeast Alaska's wilderness.
Good to know
Floatplanes depart from Juneau's Seadrome Dock — factor transfer time from your ship. Flights are weather-dependent and can be rescheduled; book early and have a backup plan. Weight limits apply per aircraft; advise the operator at booking. A 1–1.5 hour flight window is typical.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Endicott Arm — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Endicott Arm
- Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier: Private Small-Boat Expedition
- Dawes Glacier Kayak & Fjord Paddle: Intimate Ice Encounter
- Wildlife & Waterfall Cruise: Endicott Arm's Hidden Side Channels
- Glacier Ice Trekking: Walk on the Surface of Dawes Glacier
- Endicott Arm Fjord & Glacier Photography Masterclass Cruise