Leave your Sitka hotel in provided transport to meet an experienced pilot for your selected 20-, 40- or 60-minute flight over southeast Alaska’s backcountry. Each seaplane accommodates up to three or five people, including the pilot, so you’ll enjoy an intimate ride and get a great view of the scenery below.

The itinerary is largely determined by weather, but you can expect to see rugged landscapes and turquoise-tinged water in every direction. Depending on the direction you go, views could include snow-dusted mountains, a harbor speckled with coves, or a dormant volcano stretching some 3,200 feet (975 m) above alpine trees. In the water, you might spot a whale blowing water from its spout, or otters twirling around in some kelp. Binoculars might help you hone in on any action below, so don’t forget to bring a pair!

You get a chance to see the backcountry at ground level, too. Hold on tight for an exciting descent to an alpine lake. Your pilot guides your plane into the water, where it gently bobs on floatation devices. Step on to solid ground for a brief stop that affords some great photo opportunities.

Want more time on land or back up in the sky? Be sure to select the 1-hour tour! Once you finish your seaplane tour over Sitka, you can take your provided transport back to your hotel.