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Anchorage Helicopter Glacier Dogsledding Tour

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Overview

Set out for the ultimate Alaska adventure with a scenic helicopter flight and an unforgettable dogsled ride on a real glacier! Depart from our Girdwood base and soar over rugged peaks and the breathtaking backcountry of the Chugach Mountains. Your pilot will fly you to Punch Bowl Glacier, home to our summer dogsled camp.

After landing, you’ll be welcomed by professional mushers and Alaskan Huskies, including adorable puppies! Learn about Alaska’s mushing traditions and hear firsthand stories from mushers who live and work on the glacier.

Your visit includes an exciting dogsled ride across the snow with time for photos. You’ll also have time to meet the dogs, play with puppies, and explore the glacier before your return flight.

Fly with confidence: Alpine Air Alaska is the area's safest helicopter tour company, known for expert pilots and commitment to safety.

Roundtrip shuttle service from Anchorage or Girdwood is available for an additional fee—call our office to schedule.

What's Included

  • 90-minute Helicopter Dogsledding Tour
  • Helicopter flight to glacier
  • All taxes and fees
  • Gratuities
  • Comfort surcharge applied to guests over 250lbs
  • Transportation from Anchorage to Girdwood available. Please call our office for more information
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Mount Hood Drive
Girdwood, AK 99587, USA

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What To Expect

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From the Girdwood airport, you’ll enjoy a short, scenic flight to a remote camp on Punchbowl Glacier. Guides from Iditarod legend Mich Seavey’s Ididaride Sled Dog Tours will introduce you to the lovable dogs and teach you about the musher's lifestyle before your dogsledding adventure. Take in spectacular views of glaciers and peaks as you ride on the sled, you'll even get a chance to drive the dog team yourself. This is a unique Alaska experience you’ll always remember.TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: • Scenic 15-minute flight to and from a remote camp on Punchbowl Glacier • The camp is managed by the Seavey family, renown for raising teams of Iditarod champions • Meet the friendly Alaskan Huskies; learn about the musher’s lifestyle and historic Iditarod race • Plenty of photo opportunities of you on the glacier, driving the dog team, playing with the dogs! • We provide light weight rain jacket and pants, fleece gloves, and outer boots that slip over your shoesWe offer a complimentary round-trip transfer from any hotel or B&B in Girdwood. Driving to Girdwood? Park at our hangar. • We ask all guests to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled flight time so you can take part in a short safety briefing before your tour.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Must be able to walk unassisted on uneven snow, and hold on to the sled
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Small infants (prior to walking) may ride on an adult’s lap free
  • Operates on a snow-covered glacier, possible cool temperatures and occasional rain, please dress appropriately
  • Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour time.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Anchorage Helicopter Glacier Dogsledding Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Anchorage Helicopter Glacier Dogsledding Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • 90-minute Helicopter Dogsledding Tour.
  • Helicopter flight to glacier.
  • All taxes and fees.
  • Guided dogsled experience.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Comfort surcharge applied to guests over 250lbs.
  • Transportation from Anchorage to Girdwood available. Please call our office for more information.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Anchorage Helicopter Glacier Dogsledding Tour is as follows:

  • Must be able to walk unassisted on uneven snow, and hold on to the sled
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Anchorage Helicopter Glacier Dogsledding Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Alaska. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • 90-minute Helicopter Dogsledding Tour
  • Helicopter flight to glacier
  • All taxes and fees
  • Guided dogsled experience
  • Gratuities
  • Comfort surcharge applied to guests over 250lbs
  • Transportation from Anchorage to Girdwood available. Please call our office for more information

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Must be able to walk unassisted on uneven snow, and hold on to the sled
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Small infants (prior to walking) may ride on an adult’s lap free
  • Operates on a snow-covered glacier, possible cool temperatures and occasional rain, please dress appropriately
  • Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour time.
  • Weight limit is 290 pounds per guest. Additional fee for
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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