It was one of our many activities while cruising Alaska, and I am so happy to say it was our MOST FAVORITE and MEMORABLE. It was an experience of a lifetime. This was our first time in a helicopter, and our pilot was excellent and made us feel relaxed right from the start. The staff picked us up and dropped us off at the cruise port. The port is about a 5-6 minute drive from the helicopter. Don't pay the high price from the cruise line, go direct and give back to the community. I highly recommend this adventure!!!