Shore Excursion Details

Dogsledding On Mendenhall Glacier Via Helicopter

Juneau, Alaska

Dogsledding On Mendenhall Glacier Via Helicopter

DETAILS

  • 23/4
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Flightseeing Tour
  • Family Recommended

OVERVIEW

When you visit Southeast Alaska and combine the originators of glacier helicopter tours with Alaska’s largest operating dogsled tour company, you get a once in a lifetime experience. You’ll fly over the lush rainforest, deep blue crevasses and glacier carved peaks as your pilots deliver a spectacular flight seeing tour en route to the dogsled camp on Mendenhall Glacier. Here the professional mushers and Alaskan sled dogs will have you driving the team or relaxing in the sled as you take in the awe-inspiring scenery. You'll have time to talk with the mushers about the great 1,000-mile Iditarod race or take pictures with the dogs before your helicopter takes you back to the base. Don’t miss this truly Alaskan experience!

HIGHLIGHTS

• Soar over the pristine wilderness that borders Juneau in a helicopter.
• Land on Mendenhall Glacier, a 13-mile-long river of ice.
• Help Drive a dogsled along a trail on the glacier.
• Discuss the finer points of dogsledding with professional mushers.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress warmly, in layers, in weather-appropriate clothing, gloves and a hat, sturdy and comfortable close-toe shoes.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: Flight time is approximately 30 minutes with 55-60 minutes at the dog camp, which includes about 20-25 minutes of active dog sledding. The remaining time is for transportation, a safety briefing, outfitting of glacier boots and aircraft assignment. No bags, ipads, tablets, purses, fanny packs, camera bags, diaper bags or GoPro extension poles selfie sticks, walking sticks or canes,, food or beverages, including water bottles, smoking, including E-cigarettes allowed on the flight. Professional photographs available for purchase. This tour is not offered in late September. Glacier boots are provided at the heliport. Infants up to and including the day prior to their second birthday are considered a lap child and should be added to the parent's weight they will be sitting on and are at no cost. On or after their 2nd birthday, the child is required by FAA to have their own seat and will be charged accordingly. Due to aircraft weight and balance limitations, the flight company charges an additional rate for passengers that weigh 250 lbs. or more fully clothed. Space is capacity controlled, please call 1.866.625.1167 for assistance. Bring raingear, sunglasses and a camera. This is a weather dependent tour and all cancellations are at the sole discretion of the tour operator. Guests must be able to walk a minimum of 30 yards on the pavement at the heli-base. Guests must be able to navigate the two sizeable 18-inch steps into and out of the helicopter unassisted. Transit busses and helicopters are not ADA accessible.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Flight Tours

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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