Juneau Dog Sled World & Glacier Helicopter Adventure

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47 reviews

Excursion Overview

An exciting ride across the Norris Glacier

This truly Alaskan adventure gives you the rare opportunity to mush your own dogsled team across a snow-capped glacier in Juneau's backyard.

Begin your adventure with a helicopter flightseeing trip over the Juneau Icefield, one of nature's most beautiful landscapes that is accessible only by air. You'll soar over the Taku Glacier, which is the only advancing glacier in Southeast Alaska and recognized as the deepest and thickest temperate glacier known in the world.

Experience the unique thrill of zipping across a glacier behind a team of huskies. Our exclusive dogsled camp is located on the picturesque middle branch of the Norris Glacier. You'll learn the tricks of the trade from seasoned veterans of the legendary Alaskan Iditarod Race. Master the all-important commands of Hike! Gee! & Haw!

Forget horsepower, this tour is about dog power!

Reporting Accurate Weights

Please report proper weights of all guests (including the weight of clothes and boots). Inputting improper weights, or selecting the wrong passenger type can lead to cancellation without refund. Please be aware that every guest is individually weighed at the helicopter base.

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

  • Roundtrip transportation
  • Traction overboots
  • Water and hot beverages are available at the helicopter base
  • Secure bag check area to store their items

Requirements:

  • Guests must be comfortable walking short distances on uneven and occasionally icy surfaces
  • No bags, iPads, tablets, selfie sticks, or drones are allowed in the aircraft
  • Dress in layers and sunglasses are highly recommended
  • Signed liability waiver
  • Persons weighing 250 lbs or more must pay an additional $150 surcharge for safety reasons. Please purchase the "250lbs+ Adult" ticket if this is the case.
  • Child prices are the same as adult prices. Children under the age of 2 are not permitted on this tour.

Duration: 3.25 hours (Roundtrip from cruise ship terminal.)

  • 15~20 minutes - transfer to Douglas heliport
  • 35~40 minutes - gearing up, restroom and safety briefing
  • 15~20 minutes - helicopter flightseeing over Juneau Icefield
  • 1 hour - glacier landing and dogsledding experience
  • 10~15 minutes - flight back to the heliport
  • 20 minutes - arrive at heliport, de-gear and visit the gift shop
  • 15~20 minutes - transfer back from the heliport to dock

Meeting Instructions:

  • This tour meets in front of the Goldbelt Mt. Robert's Tramway building. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

  • This tour is not wheelchair or limited mobility accessible.

Refund Policy:

  • You may cancel for any reason up to seven (7) days prior to the date of the tour for a full refund.
  • Please see our Refund Policy Page for complete details.

Frequently Asked Questions

If the tour provider determines that the weather is unsafe to fly, they will first contact you at the phone number you provided at check out. Based on availability and weather, you may be offered a later tour time, or to change to a different tour. If your tour is canceled due to poor weather, your tour will be refunded in full. Refunds are typically issued within 24 hours of the cancellation.

The average temperature is between 15-20°F cooler than on the in town.

We recommend 2 to 3 layers of clothing: including a base layer, warmth layer and wind/waterproof layer. For many people a warm shirt, pants, and a coat is ideal. Closed toed shoes, hats, gloves and sunglasses are also recommended. Snow pants and snow boots are not advised.

You will be given the opportunity to run the sled alongside our professional musher if you wish.

Each sled can accommodate 4 guests.

Yes, the dogs love human interaction and the mushers will let you get close and snuggly with their team.

Usually, guests have the opportunity to meet young Alaskan Husky puppies on this tour. However, this is not guaranteed as it depends on when new litters are born, vet appointments, the mushers' schedules, and so on.

Guests must be comfortable walking short distances on uneven and occasionally icy surfaces and be comfortable stepping up 16 to 24 inches into the helicopter with limited assistance. If you are confident that you can step into the aircraft, but are concerned about stability while walking on the glacier snow, please contact us to discuss options.

Children under the age of 2 are not permitted on this tour. Adult and child prices are the same for this tour.

There is a maximum of 6 passengers per helicopter. If your party is larger than 6 passengers, multiple helicopters will take your group and land at the dog sled camp together.

There are two front seats and four rear seats; FAA safety guidelines require seating positions to be assigned based on the weight and balance of all passengers for each helicopter.

All bags must be stored at the helicopter base and are not allowed on tour. Due to safety protocol, we do not allow selfie sticks, iPads, or drones on this tour.

For safety reasons, service animals are not allowed on this tour.

Food and drink are not allowed during the flight and glacier portion of the tour. Exceptions can be made to those with medical needs.

 

Guest Reviews

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Gregory P

On Sep 2025

The views were amazing and everyone was very friendly. I was interesting to learn about the mushers' lives during their off-season.

Lisa H

On Aug 2025

This was one of the best shore excursions we have ever taken on any cruise ever. It was truly a bucket list, once in a lifetime experience. A great time was had by all. Highly recommended. Do not miss this opportunity. Everyone was very professional, friendly & informative. Great emphasis on safety. I d give it 10 stars, if I could.

Karen P

On Jul 2025

Had a great trip flying through the mountain passes, over the glaciers and landing at the dog camp. Everyone was friendly, helpful and shared their experiences with us. The dogs were amazing!!!

Ashley C

On Jul 2025

We had a brilliant time. Got lucky with the weather. Amazing helicopter ride to the Glacier and enjoyed the ride on the dog sled. Musher was great and answered all of our questions. Would recommend this tour!

Michael F

On Jul 2025

My wife and I participated in an excursion with another couple while on an Alaskan cruise. We arranged this excursion on our own. From the beginning to end, the adventure team was awesome. The experience, itself, was out of this world. This is a must do experience/excursion.

$739.00

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$739.00

Duration: 3.25 hours

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Duration: 3.25 hours



Guests under 250 lbs

Passenger (2+): $739.00

250lbs+ Passenger (2+): $889.00