Top Alaska Dog Sledding/Mushing

• Learn about Anchorage's rich history of dog mushing. • Run on the trail system of the Tozier Track, legendary race venue. • Your dogsled ride is guided by a third-generation musher Robert Redington. His family has been involved in sled dog racing in downtown Anchorage since the 1950s, carrying on a proud tradition in the sport. His grandfather is Joe Redington Sr. who is known as the "Father of the Iditarod". • Experience real Alaskan mushing without leaving Anchorage.

Pair a helicopter flight over the glaciers of Juneau Icefield with a dogsled ride, and you have the perfect Alaska experience. After flying over breathtaking scenery, land at a remote glacier camp for a ride of a lifetime: you’re pulled by Alaskan huskies across fields blanketed with snow, surrounded by towering mountains. Listen to the race stories of struggle and victory from Iditarod mushers, and get in the spirit by dressing up in original Iditarod dogsled gear for memorable photos. Please note that the shuttle will pick up one hour before listed flight time.

Discover the heart of Alaska through this experience, where you can meet and interact with champion sled dogs and adorable puppies. Home of four-time Iditarod winner Jeff King, this tour offers a unique insight into the sport of mushing and the care of these incredible animals. Engage in informative presentations filled with stories from the Iditarod, while enjoying the opportunity to hold and socialize with the puppies. Perfect for families, dog lovers, and adventure seekers, this experience showcases the passion and dedication behind dog sledding in a fun and friendly atmosphere. - Meet and greet with sled dogs and puppies - Learn from Iditarod veterans - Engage in interactive presentations about dog care and training - Suitable for families and animal lovers, with a focus on education and fun

No need to bundle up in the snow to experience dog sledding—on this private tour, you’ll zip through the Alaskan forest on a two-person dog sled, exploring private trails the pups use for their Iditarod training. Afterward, interact with the champion dogs, ask questions, enjoy a complimentary snack, take in the view of Denali, and learn all about this timeless Alaskan tradition. (It’s the official Alaska state sport!)

Travel like an Alaskan—aboard a dogsled—during this dogsledding and mushing experience in Fairbanks. Hop aboard and hold on to be towed by energetic dogs down five miles (eight kilometers) of snowy trails with your private party. You can help drive the team with voice commands, as your guide supervises from the back of the sled.

Cozy up to some cuddly husky sled dogs with this tour of a sled dog kennel in Talkeetna. Enjoy playing with the dogs in their down time, and learn what it takes to run sled dogs in Alaska. Opt for the dog walk upgrade to spend time wandering with the dogs off leash in the woods.

Go on an outdoor adventure in Alaska with this small-group helicopter tour with glacier landing. Take off on a scenic flight and admire views of the Knik River on the way to the Knik Glacier. Land directly on or near the glacier (depending on the season) and set out on a guided glacier or ice formation hike before the return flight. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as moose, bears, and mountain goats.

Take part in a quintessential Alaskan outdoor pursuit with this dog sledding and mushing experience, without the hassle of planning logistics. Get acquainted with the huskies and malamutes with just your guide and a small group for company. Learn basic commands and take part in a dog-sledding experience along a 2-5 mile trail, with guided commentary on dog mushing history. Walk away with souvenir photos delivered online at no extra charge.

Explore beyond Fairbanks city limits—and enjoy an exciting but relaxing array of activities at the Chena Hot Springs Resort—on this small-group tour. Admire ice sculptures at the Aurora Ice Museum, unwind in the resort’s hot mineral springs, and upgrade to enjoy drinks or a meal on site. If the conditions are right, you can then cap off the experience with a northern lights viewing before returning to your hotel.

While in Skagway port, Alaska, hop across the border to spend the day discovering the treasures of the Yukon, Canada. This comprehensive tour travels along the Klondike Highway by minibus, with impressive mountain scenery and possible wildlife sightings. Visit Wild Adventure Yukon to check out its interesting wildlife museum and a dogsled camp, and refuel with a hearty included lunch. Valid passports are required, with visas if necessary.

Take a glimpse into the traditional life of a sleddog in Interior Alaska. The lineage of these dogs traces back to when the first Native Alaskans/Inuit people inhabited the Arctic. We also have dogs from the Canadian/Greenland Arctic regions and promote the subsistence lifestyle of those Arctic cultures. These dogs will show you what they have been born and bred to do as pack animals, while we have been stewards of their care for the past centuries, maintaining this heritage. Witness the outright enthusiasm these dogs have for doing what they love!

In Two Rivers, where sled dogs outnumber people, immerse yourself in husky happiness during a Private Summer Sled Dog Experience. Meet the exceptionally athletic and endearingly goofy huskies from local dog teams. Learn from passionate mushers not about their hobby, but their lifestyle. Try on mushing gear that allows humans and dogs to thrive at -40F winter temperatures. Be hands-on with the hooking up and harnessing of the team, then join the team for a short 45-second ride (to ensure dogs don't overheat, the teams go for a short run). This tour is perfect for dog lovers who want to spend lots of time with the huskies and learn about the mushing lifestyle from a local musher and their team.

Experience Alaska’s wildlife and landscapes without planning a complex route from Anchorage on your own. This group tour combines glacier views, mountain scenery, wildlife encounters, and historic stops into one well-rounded day through Chugach National Forest and beyond. Along the way, your guide shares local insight and photography tips to help you get more out of the experience and your photos.

Treat yourself to an abundance of wildlife viewing with this 4-hour Kenai Fjords cruise in Resurrection Bay from Seward Harbor. Travel 55 miles (round-trip) along a rugged coastline and snap plenty of memorable photos as you sail past Bear Glacier. Sail close to sea lion colonies and seabird rookeries, and keep your eyes peeled for whales, sea otters, Dall’s porpoises, eagles and mountain goats.

Ride with an Experienced Guide and a Team of Huskies Informative Video Traverse Iditarod Training Trails on your Ride over frozen lakes, through the woods with views of Denali and surrounding mountains Pet Famous Alaskan Huskies Comfortable Visitor Center Complimentary Gear if Needed

Experience up-close views of glaciers and wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park on this cruise. Enjoy 100 miles (round-trip) of jaw-dropping scenery as the captain and crew explain the surrounding geology and wildlife. Sail past the majestic Holgate Glacier and witness chunks of glaciers break off and crash into the water. Get your camera out near Chiswell Islands, home to thousands of nesting seabirds. In addition to the sights, enjoy a complimentary brunch or deli lunch.

We work exclusively with local, passionate mushers who view their dog teams as their family, and you will have the chance to understand this incredible sport on your hourlong ride through the snowy forest. You will ride on a genuine dogsled, either seated or standing, as the team of 8 dogs swings through the forest with you and your guide at a comfortable but thrilling pace. You will also have the chance to see the dog kennels, and a replica of a dog-sled race checkpoint, where the competitive mushers stop for fuel and rest on their long winter races. On your reindeer tour, our experienced reindeer handlers will introduce you to the herd of reindeer at Borealis Basecamp, and you can feed, meet, and take pictures with these incredible animals.

Immerse yourself in the Alaskan wilderness on a cruise through the Kenai Fjords National Park from Seward. Aboard a warm and spacious vessel, cruise past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords and try your luck spotting wildlife like whales, sea lions, and birds. Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard and visit the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge for great views of seabird rookeries.

Ride an electric bike to the end of Ketchikan's 'road to nowhere' and then hike thorough a wildlife-rich rain forest on this combo eco-tour. Pedal from the marina to the end of the island's paved road system on a battery-powered bike, and then dismount to trek through the wilderness of the Tongass National Forest, following a trail that passes an active salmon-spawning stream, a waterfall, beach views, and dense foliage that's home to an array of native Alaskan wildlife.

Willow, Alaska is famed for its association with the Iditarod. This tour gives you a taste of life on the trail, without the hard work. At the family-owned and operated kennel, you'll meet the huskies and enjoy views of Denali as a musher leads your pack along private trails. The experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible, welcoming a wider range of travelers.

This is your Signature adventure, an interactive sledding activity, we prefer to have people stand on the runners and drive the dogs, with us on a tag sled as guide throughout the experience. Though sitting in the Sled can be accommodated as needed, especially for children and seniors.

Set out on a scenic ride through snow-covered fields and experience a bond between humans and dogs on this small-group dogsledding tour in Alaska. Get to know the dogs in the kennel before heading out to the birch forests for this adrenaline-pumping tour, which includes several stops for photographs. Learn about the pastime of dog sledding, enjoy time to meet and pet the dogs, and experience the rush of a dogsled ride.

Enjoy the power of a team of happy hounds pulling you through a magical winter landscape. Pose for pictures in the beautiful snowy scenery. Learn about the ever popular sport and what it takes to lead a team of dogs. Then warm up in a cozy yurt at the end of your activity.