Seward Helicopter Glacier Dog Sled Tour

Overview

Along with Kenai Fjords National Park and Resurrection Bay, Seward is also famous for being the start of Alaska's historic Iditarod Sled Dog Trail. It's only fitting then to meet a few sled dogs and learn about the state's mushing heritage while in this coastal town. This day tour does the trick, and then some.

Touch down on glacial snowpack.

The trip begins at the Seward airport where passengers are outfitted in glacier overboots. From there it's up and away on a short yet scenic helicopter flight. The sled dog training camp comes into view slowly, and soon the helicopter gently touches down on the glacial snowpack.

Mushers are on hand to meet the helicopter and introduce glacier guests to resident sled dogs. These Alaska huskies are part of the Seavey family kennel in Seward. The Seaveys have a long tradition of dog mushing in Alaska and between them have won multiple Iditarods. Guests learn all about the dogs, their care, and the sport of mushing. Soon enough it's time to experience the sport first-hand on a dog sled ride. There's no mistaking it, these pups love to run. They leap, bark, lean into their harnesses, and glance back impatiently as if to say, "What's taking so long!" Once guests take their seat or stance, the musher says the word and the dogs are off along the 30-minute glacier circuit. After time to play with these friendly huskies, the tour concludes with a return helicopter flight to Seward.

More Details

The tour operator provides guests with overboots for the glacier. There is a minimum of two and maximum of six guests per tour.

What to Bring

Weather on the glacier can be quite different from Seward, so be sure to wear layers and sturdy, close-toed shoes. Don't forget sunglasses and a camera. Because little baggage space is available in the helicopter, guests must leave backpacks and bags at the tour operator office.

Special Instructions

To calculate accurate weight and balance for the aircraft, each passenger must provide their weight when making a reservation.

Transfers & Meeting Points

The tour departs from the Seward airport. The tour operator provides complimentary roundtrip transportation to the airport from most locations in town. Parking for self-drive guests is available at the tour operator office. Passengers must check in at least 30 minutes prior to their departure time.

Rates & Dates

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Child rates apply to children under the age of 12. Infants under the age of 2 may travel for free but must sit on an adult's lap.

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