Explore Alaska’s Glaciers and Meet the Iditarod Huskies

Soar through stunning Alaskan wilderness and land on the impressive Denver Glacier, where an experienced musher and their enthusiastic team of sled dogs await! Get an exclusive glimpse of their life as you hear tales of the trail and meet the dogs who have made the Iditarod famous.

Learn about the training and bonding process between musher and their dogs. Take flight from Skagway’s waterfront to be transported through the raw beauty of the Alaskan wilderness. Your pilot will guide you over the Taiya Inlet and through the mountains to the Denver Glacier. Once on the glacier, your musher will teach you about the dog sledding equipment and gear as they share personal race stories.

Interact with the dogs as you learn how to prepare a sled dog team for a race, from harnessing the eager pups to understanding their unique personalities and training techniques. Once the team is ready to go, watch the excitement and speed of these elite athletes as they dash across the glacier with their musher.

After the demonstration, make your way over to the future Iditarod champions, puppies! Cherish this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity as you cuddle with the puppies and take pictures together against the dazzling landscape before loading back into the helicopter for your return flight to Skagway. Whether your family loves dogs, seeks adventure, or wants to soak in the natural beauty of Alaska, this tour offers a perfect blend of excitement, learning, and breathtaking scenery. Please note guests are not able to ride the sled on this excursion.

On this excursion, you can observe the mushers and watch a live demonstration. If you would like to try dog sledding for yourself, check out our Juneau Dog Sledding Tours!

Most departures are scheduled to align with cruise ship arrival times, with options typically available in the morning and early afternoon.

This tour is typically available from May through August. Our excursions were designed for cruise ship passengers but are available to everyone.

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