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Seward Glacier Dog Sledding via Helicopter Tour

Excursion Overview

Fly Over Glaciers and Mush Your Own Dog Team in Seward

Experience the ultimate Alaska adventure on our Seward helicopter glacier dog sledding tour, one of the most popular excursions in Alaska. Begin with a scenic helicopter flightseeing tour over Seward and take in breathtaking views of glaciers, rugged mountain peaks, and icy fjords. Land on a pristine snowfield high on a glacier, where you’ll enjoy an authentic Alaska dog sledding experience with Dallas Seavey’s AK Sled Dog Tours, led by a six-time Iditarod champion. Drive your own dog sled team across real snow in summer or relax in the sled while expert mushers guide you through this once-in-a-lifetime glacier dogsled tour. Along the way, keep watch for iconic Alaska wildlife including moose, black bears, Dall sheep, and mountain goats.

This unforgettable glacier dog sledding tour in Seward, Alaska is perfect for families and travelers of all ages. Spend quality time with the huskies after your ride, meet the puppies, and hear incredible stories about racing more than 1,000 miles in the legendary Iditarod. Combining a glacier helicopter tour in Seward with the thrill of dog sledding on snow in Alaska, this adventure is one of the best ways to experience the true spirit of the Last Frontier. Don’t miss your chance to create lasting memories on this must-do Alaska helicopter and dog sledding tour.

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:

  • One-hour dogsled adventure on real snow (mushing and kennel visit)
  • Flightseeing
  • Small group size, very personal dogsled tour
  • Traction overboots to keep your feet dry & warm
  • Waterproof clothing if needed

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 passengers required to book
  • Signed liability waiver (You can sign this on-site during the safety briefing)
  • Appropriate clothing per weather (Layered clothing with wind & waterproof outer layer, sturdy walking shoes, light hat and gloves, sunglasses)
  • Passenger names and weights are required by the FAA for passenger safety and comfort, as well as weight and balance calculations for flight manifesting. Any passenger whose weight is 250 pounds (113 kilograms) or more fully clothed at the time of departure will have a surcharge fee added to the ticket price at the time of booking.
  • Photo I.D. is required for all Adult guests traveling, please have your I.D. with you for check-in.
  • Roundtrip transportation, pick up is available from the following locations:

    - Alaska Railroad Depot
    - Seward Cruise Ship Terminal
    - Seward Sealife Center
    - Seward Windsong Lodge
    - Harbor 360
    - Hotel Edgewater
    - Breeze Inn
    - Exit Glacier Lodge
    - Hotel Seward
    - Seward Gateway Lodge
    - Seward Military Resort
    - Spruce Lodge

Duration: 1.5 hours

  • 20 minutes - round trip helicopter flightseeing
  • 30 minutes - interaction with Mushers and Dogsled dogs
  • 30 minutes - glacier dogsledding

Meeting Instructions:

  • This tour provides pick up from local accommodations and the cruise ship terminal in Seward (guests will be picked up 45 minutes in advance of selected tour time). Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

  • This tour is limited mobility and wheelchair accessible. The local team accommodates all mobility challenged scenarios. They have staff that will assist in getting in and out of the helicopter as well as in and out of the dogsled. Please note, the shuttle van is not wheelchair accessible at this time. Leave a comment during checkout if accommodations for collapsible equipment will be required on tour.

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

There are no age restrictions for this tour.

Wildlife is abundant in Alaska and sightings are possible on any tour. Typically we see moose, dall sheep, mountain goats and sometimes bears depending on the time of year. However, this is not a designated wildlife tour and nothing can be guaranteed.

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

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

We recommend wearing layers, a weatherproof outer coat, sturdy shoes (we will provide overboots to keep your shoes dry) and sunglasses as it gets blindingly bright on the snow-covered glacier.

Food and drink are not allowed during this tour.

Lockers and restrooms are available for guests at the Seward Airport area.

The pilot balances the helicopter based on the weight and number of passengers. We cannot make any promises for specific seat because safety cannot be compromised. If you have a preference ask the pilot and when it is safe the pilot will try to accommodate you.

The following items are prohibited:

BEAR SPRAY
LIGHTERS
BATTERY PACKS
LOADED GUNS
LOOSE STRAPS - Purse or camera straps need to be placed around your neck
BACKPACKS/BAGS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE HELICOPTER Please put all items you wish to bring with you into your pockets.

 

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$599.00

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$599.00

Duration: 1.5 hours

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Duration: 1.5 hours



Guests under 250 pounds

Adult (12+): $599.00

Ages 12+

250lbs+ Adult: $749.00

Child (2-11): $549.00

Infant (under 2): $0.00

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