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Summer Glacier Dogsledding Tour from Girdwood

599 Mt Hood Dr, Girdwood, AK 99587, USA
Duration

2 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Take a short helicopter from Girdwood to Punchbowl Glacier, where you meet your guides—and the dogs—at a remote base camp. Learn about the mushing lifestyle and the history of the legendary Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, then take in the amazing scenery as a team of sled dogs pulls you across an alpine snowfield. You even get a chance to drive the sled.

  • Dog sledding on Punchbowl Glacier
  • Scenic helicopter flight included
  • A small group means more attention from your guide
  • Learn about mushing and the Iditarod

What To Expect

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From the Girdwood airport, you’ll enjoy a short, scenic flight to a remote camp on Punchbowl Glacier. Guides from Iditarod legend Mich Seavey’s Ididaride Sled Dog Tours will introduce you to the lovable dogs and teach you about the musher’s lifestyle before your dogsledding adventure. Take in spectacular views of glaciers and peaks as you ride on the sled, you’ll even get a chance to drive the dog team yourself. This is a unique Alaska experience you’ll always remember.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
• Scenic 15-minute flight to and from a remote camp on Punchbowl Glacier
• The camp is managed by the Seavey family, renown for raising teams of Iditarod champions
• Meet the friendly Alaskan Huskies; learn about the musher’s lifestyle and historic Iditarod race
• Plenty of photo opportunities of you on the glacier, driving the dog team, playing with the dogs!
• We provide light weight rain jacket and pants, fleece gloves, and outer boots that slip over your shoes

We offer a complimentary round-trip transfer from any hotel or B&B in Girdwood. Driving to Girdwood? Park at our hangar.
• We ask all guests to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled flight time so you can take part in a short safety briefing before your tour.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Small infants (prior to walking) may ride on an adult’s lap free
  • Operates on a snow-covered glacier, possible cool temperatures and occasional rain, please dress appropriately
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour time.
  • Weight limit is 290 pounds per guest. Additional fee for
  • Must be able to walk unassisted on uneven snow, and hold on to the sled
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Round-trip shared transfer from any Girdwood hotel or B&B (if required)
  • Gratuities

Durations

2 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

599 Mt Hood Dr, Girdwood, AK 99587, USA
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