Sled Dog Ride and Scenic Drive from Anchorage
Overview
Travel north from Anchorage through the MatSu Valley to the mushing capital of the world and go for a sled dog ride! Take in the sights while you let us do the driving en route to Willow, AK where you’ll experience a real Iditarod musher’s home kennel and witness their enthusiastic canine athletes. Go for an exhilarating overland sled dog ride powered by a team of authentic Alaska Huskies, and learn all about the sport of mushing and the world famous 1000-mile Iditarod Sled Dog Race. You’ll go for a dog-powered ride in a specially designed 2-person cart with your own personal musher and the chance to pet some friendly fluffy Alaska huskies! This 5.5 hour round-trip adventure will be one you won’t forget. Approximately 1.5 hour drive each way with 1.5+ hours at the kennel. Wheeled carts are used in summer (June-Sept.) & sleds in winter when there is sufficient snow on the ground. HOTEL PICKUP AVAILABLE IN WINTER ONLY; CONTACT TO ARRANGE. GROUPS OF 6< CONTACT FRONTIER TOURS TO BOOK.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Sled Dog Ride
- Landing and facility fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Kennel Tour
- Interaction with Alaska Husky dogs
- 2 person mushing carts (sleds in winter) with personal musher
- Hotel Pickup during winter months (contact to arrange)
- Commercially Licensed Driver Guide
- Outdoor clothing
- Driver gratuity
- Musher gratuity
Meeting Location
600 West 7th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Chugach State Park (pass by)
Palmer Hay Flats State Game Refuge (pass by)
Wasilla (pass by)
Willow (pass by)
Alaskan Husky Adventures
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers who are unable climb into a vehicle without assistance or unable to walk short distances
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-475354P3
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