HELICOPTER AND DOG SLED TOUR
HELICOPTER AND DOG SLED TOUR
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ShoreTrips says...
This is really something special. We happened to be in Alaska during the Iditarod Dog Sled Race and it seems to affect every corner of the state, although it takes place in the north. This experience, along with your helicopter flight to the snowfield, will be a day you'll never forget!
This tour runs from May 14 until September 7th, weather permitting.
Glacier-carved mountains unfold in front of your eyes as you embark on your helicopter flight to the camp. The flight is about 15 to 20 minutes each way, depending on winds and weather. You will see that each glacier has its own personality.
As you land on the Mendenhall Glacier, you will hear the huskies barking their greeting, as they are as anxious to get moving as you are. You will have some time to chat with the mushers and hear unique personal accounts of the Iditarod and Yukon Quest experiences. You will be given instructions on stopping and using the brakes, if you want to drive the sled.
You will set out on a 1 1/2 to 2-mile loop and will be able to stop for photos, as well as to change places with your companion, if you wish. Your total time on the snow is one hour that you will never forget!
The actual excursion length is approximately 1.5 hours from liftoff at the airport to return. The total trip length, including transfer time to and from the cruise ship pier, is approximately 3 hours.
This dogsled camp houses about 40 husky dogs, along with puppies and crew. These dogs enjoy nothing more than doing what they have been bred for--running and racing. Operation of tour is dependent on the weather and snow conditions. Snow conditions at the dog sled camp, particularly in the last half of August, can be unpredictable. If this trip is not able to operate, the helicopter company will make every effort to accommodate you on an alternate excursion.
- This Tour Includes:
- Round trip transportation from the cruise ship pier
- 15-20 minute helicopter flight to Mendenhall Glacier
- 1 1/2 to 2-mile dogsled ride
- Iditarod tales from experienced mushers
- Once-in-a-lifetime photos and memories
Days of Operation
Departures (local time)
- 8:00 AM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 8:35 AM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 9:10 AM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 9:45 AM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 10:20 AM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 10:55 AM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 11:30 AM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 12:05 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 12:40 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 1:15 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 1:50 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 2:25 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 3:00 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 3:35 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 4:10 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 4:45 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 5:20 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
- 5:55 PM (3.25 hrs) Pickup time. Trip length includes transfer time.
Transfer / Meeting Instructions
No Taxi Required Specific pick up or taxi instructions will appear on your voucher after you purchase your trip.Special Instructions
• Dress warmly and in layers. Often the temperature on the glacier is colder than you expect.
• You will be outfitted with a glacier over-boot prior to embarking on your trip.
• Cameras and binoculars are allowed on board, but no cases of any kind and no bags are allowed, including backpacks, diaper bags, purses, etc. Lock boxes are available at the helicopter office.
• Bring sunglasses.
• NO MINIMUM FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED.
Restrictions
• Children under the age of 12 are not permitted to fly without a guardian.
• There is a maximum of 6 passengers per hour for this trip. If you have more than 6 people in your group, please contact ShoreTrips.
• This tour runs from May 14th until September 7th, weather permitting. Operation of all tours is dependent on weather and snow conditions. If the dogsled tour is not able to operate because of snow conditions, the helicopter company will make every effort to accommodate you on an alternate excursion.
• The helicopter company has a no bag/no Ipads or tablets policy on their tours. In addition, no Go-Pro Sticks, tripods, or other extendible items are allowed on tour. No Drones are allowed on tour. Additionally, the Galaxy Note 7 will not be allowed on any of our flights. Lockers are available to leave such items.