Private Bears & Glaciers Expedition

Why This Expedition Is Different

Many Alaska bear viewing tours focus on getting you to the bears as quickly as possible. The Bears & Glaciers Expedition was designed differently.

Rather than treating the flight as transportation, we make it part of the adventure. Your journey combines glacier-covered mountains, alpine lakes, active volcanoes, the coastline of Cook Inlet, and the remote wilderness of Lake Clark National Park before arriving among Alaska’s iconic brown bears.

If you could experience the incredible diversity of Alaska in just one day, this is the journey we’d recommend.

Why We Fly Around Mount Redoubt

Mount Redoubt is one of Alaska’s most active volcanoes, rising over 10,000 feet above Cook Inlet. Its glaciers spill down rugged valleys into brilliant blue alpine lakes, creating one of Southcentral Alaska’s most spectacular mountain landscapes.

Weather permitting, this route also offers beautiful views of neighboring Mount Iliamna, another glacier-covered volcano that dominates the western horizon. Together, these peaks create a dramatic contrast between fire and ice that few visitors have the opportunity to experience from the air.

For us, the flight around Mount Redoubt isn’t simply the route to the bears—it’s one of the highlights of the expedition itself.

Why Chinitna Bay Is One Of Alaska’s Best Bear Viewing Locations

Located within Lake Clark National Park, Chinitna Bay is one of the premier places in Alaska to observe wild coastal brown bears in their natural habitat.

Rich tidal flats, lush sedge meadows, salmon streams, and abundant natural food sources attract bears throughout the season. Depending on the time of year, you may watch them grazing on sedges, digging for clams, or fishing for salmon as they prepare for winter.

Because the bears here live completely wild, every encounter is different. Our goal is always to observe them quietly and respectfully, allowing natural behavior to unfold without interference.

Why Weather Makes Every Flight Unique

No two days in Alaska are exactly alike, and that’s one of the things we love most about flying here.

Weather influences everything—from the route we fly to the light on the glaciers, wildlife activity, and even where bears choose to spend their day. Rather than following a fixed path, your pilot adapts the expedition to take advantage of the best conditions available.

Some days the mountains are crystal clear. Other days dramatic clouds create unforgettable light over the glaciers. Along Cook Inlet, favorable conditions may even reward you with sightings of beluga whales from the air.

Every expedition is shaped by Alaska itself, making each journey a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Why a Private Expedition?

One aircraft. One pilot. One unforgettable day.

Traveling privately gives us the flexibility to adapt throughout the day. We can adjust the route for weather, spend time enjoying exceptional scenery, or take advantage of wildlife opportunities as they unfold.

Instead of following a fixed schedule, your expedition follows the rhythm of Alaska—creating a more personal, relaxed, and rewarding experience from takeoff to landing.