Destination Alaska Charters

New Adventure at Northwind Aviation / Destination Alaska!

Introducing the BROOKS FALLS V.I.P. EXPRESS from "Homer’s only luxury - highspeed - IFR - charter service".

Concerned about weather cancellations? Your vacation time in Alaska is incredibly valuable. Our Piper Navajo aircraft are IFR certified and can get you there when others are grounded due to poor visibility. Fly direct from Homer or Kenai to King Salmon above the clouds at 200 mph in quiet luxury and then take a short hop by de Havilland Beaver (all ground and air shuttles included) over to Brooks Falls. After several hours on the ground watching bears up close, fly back to King Salmon and rocket back to town in time for dinner!

• 7 SEATS – 2 ENGINES – 0 EXCUSES
• Private flights daily from Homer, Kenai, and Anchorage
• Two Navajos available up to 14 guests
• Save $200–$500 per person vs traditional floatplane tours
• Includes taxes, park fees, and shuttle service
(King Salmon to Brooks)
• Ideal for family reunions, corporate groups, or friends
• 4 hours at Brooks Camp (longer times available upon request)
• Add-on options: Boxed lunch (+$25), binoculars rental (+$15)
• Offered twice daily from July 7 to August 21
• Active noise cancelling headsets for everyone
• Valley of 10,000 Smokes tour (weather permitting)
• Executive level first class comfort – soft leather interior
• 4 bladed Q-tip props for quiet luxury
• Panther conversion for maximum speed and fuel efficiency

See https://destinationalaskacharters.com/bear-viewing/brooks-falls for details

Experience the magic of Brooks Falls without the premium price tag. Our high-capacity Piper Navajos gets you there fast and comfortably, with a seamless shuttle connection operated by trusted local partners. Return the same day with incredible photos like the ones posted here (pc Alison Richards) and memories — and money left in your pocket for your next Alaska adventure.”

MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT! We are still growing! Introducing N350DT! Northwind Aviation / Destination Alaska - Homer is adding a VIP shuttle aircraft to better serve our guests. Along with our smaller Navajo rocket ship N627MA, we are able to transport folks between all major Alaska hubs in speed and comfort. Here is the list of amenities that this one-of-a-kind Piper Navajo Chieftain has:
Long range fuel (6 hours)
Cargo door
Crew door
Garmin glass cockpit
Latest Garmin Autopilot with added engine out safety features
Panther II Conversion (winglets) 190 to 200 mph cruise
4 Bladed Q-Tip propellers
High speed landing gear retract mod
VIP Executive Interior
Full deice
Up to 8 pax plus bags
Oxygen system
Envision you and 6 of your closest friends being picked up at our Lake Hood Alaska Air Taxi hangar/office around 4:00 p.m. on a Friday afternoon. Climb aboard your private VIP aircraft and cruise south at 200 mph, landing 45 mins later in Homer where our shiny black Expedition Limited SUV is waiting for you. Grab dinner in town and head out to our log chalets for an evening of quiet relaxation. Wake up the next two days and jump on your private Destination Alaska charter boat (Wilderness Explorer or Alaska Endeavor) and enjoy a couple of full days of reel burning Halibut fishing. On Sunday afternoon, we'll fly you back to Anchorage with full coolers, sore arms, and great memories. A whirlwind weekend of Alaska Adventure. No traffic jams, road construction, packed hotels, crowded boats, or other headaches. Message us here for cost and availability!

Check this out! For all of our Alaska Brown Bear photography (Brooks Falls, Chinitna Bay, Hallo Bay, and Crosswinds) enthusiasts, we have these really amazing 3D scroll saw artwork pieces available. Each one is hand cut, stained, and assembled in New Hampshire and can be shipped direct to you from our 82-year-old woodworker craftsman. If you hurry, you might get one in time for Christmas. $89.95 plus shipping. Send me an email [email protected] and I'll see what I can do!

Updates from The Legacy, you say? Coming right up! 🫡🎣

Did you know one of our boats is run by an all-female crew? That’s right! Captain Chelsea and Maureen have been crushing it all season long. Don’t miss your chance to fish with them before the season’s over!

📍Alaska Fishing Charters | Limited seats available

Back with another season update!😮‍💨
The fish are biting, the coolers are filling, and the smiles are just as big as the catches! It’s been non-stop action out here — if you haven’t seen it for yourself, what are you waiting for? 🔥🎣

📍Alaska Fishing Charters | Limited seats available
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When the salmon run, the bears run the show!🐻🐟

Did you know the prime window for bear viewing is late June through early September, with July and August being the most active months? And this year’s high salmon count makes the season even more exciting! Come see what all the hype is about!

📍Alaska bear viewing | Limited seats available
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Data courtesy of National Park Magazine

Another season update!
Got some extra freezer space? We’ll help you fill it! 🎣✨
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📍Homer Alaska Fishing Charters | Limited seats available

🧸🐟 The Brooks Falls bear-viewing season is hitting historic highs—literally.

This year’s sockeye salmon run is the largest in decades, with over 70,000 salmon crowding the river in a single 50 yard stretch. That means prime bear viewing and nonstop fishing action!
Book the trip of a lifetime today!

📍 Alaska bear viewing | Limited seats available
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The Brooks Falls season is taking off! Tours are almost full, don’t get left behind!
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📍Alaska bear viewing | Limited seats available

Some catches of the season so far, which one do you think was heaviest??🎣💪
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