Misty Fjords or Kenai Fjords

[kellig]

Is it worth the extra money flying to Misty Fjords if I am planning a 6 hour Kenai Fjords trip? Thanks.

[NancyIL]

A float plane trip and a boat trip are very different. Our experience with a Misty Fjords flight was less than optimal due to the weather, but most people have very scenic flights. Our Kenai Fjords boat trip was on a foggy day, but we still saw the Aialik Glacier very clearly, as well as quite a bit of wildlife.

[kellig]

I suppose I am having a hard time deciding if I want to spend the money due to the high cost on a flight to misty fjords, and instead fork it over for a heli glacier trek. My other option is to do a hiking glacier trek on the mendallhall that doesn't require a flight and spend the money on a float plane trip somewhere else. I don't think I can afford to do more than one flying option, so just not sure what would be best. Any suggestions?

[NancyIL]

Misty Fjords is the only flight we did in the cruise ports, so others will have to help you decide about the helicopter trek vs. the hiking glacier trek.

[Budget Queen]

I have been on a lot of flights in Alaska, and I give a slight edge to a glacier helicopter landing. But, I frequently do more than one flight on my trips. ALL great. :)