Wilderness Dog Sled Ride and Tour in Seward
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Seward, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Ride a dog sled along Alaska's wilderness trails on a tour from Seward. In addition to your ride on a summer-wheeled sled, get the chance to tour the kennel, cuddle husky puppies (typically May through September), and learn about canine athletic training. The sleds feature comfortable, padded seats that allow you to ride regardless of the weather.
- Learn about dog mushing, race training, and other canine pursuits
- Get photo ops with the dog sled team and exuberant husky puppies
- Includes dog sled ride, tour, and round-trip transportation from Seward
- Hot drinks are provided to warm you up in the cold Alaska climate
What's Included
- Knowledgeable guides providing live commentary throughout your tour
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks, water, and pop available for purchase
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 12820 Old Exit Glacier Rd, Seward, AK 99664, USA
Free shuttle not available through 3rd party platforms. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before departure time to check in and sign waiver.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Your tour starts with pickup from a central meeting point in Seaward and a transfer by van to the dog sled headquarters. Your guide shares a brief overview of dog mushing, then takes you out to meet the furry stars of the team. Your guides introduce you to some of the dogs and answers questions about the canine athletes.
Watch as your guide gets the dog team harnessed up, then step into your sled for your ride into the wilderness. The all-weather sled is equipped with comfortable padded seats and tires for warmer conditions. Have time for photo ops of Alaska's natural beauty and the dogs at work as you ride through the woods.
After your sled ride, return to the kennel area to see the adorable puppies. Have time to play with the husky pups and pose for photos. Then learn about the supplies needed for the annual Iditarod race and watch a demonstration about harnesses, training, and race strategy for the dogs.
Your tour ends with return transfer to the original departure point.
Watch as your guide gets the dog team harnessed up, then step into your sled for your ride into the wilderness. The all-weather sled is equipped with comfortable padded seats and tires for warmer conditions. Have time for photo ops of Alaska's natural beauty and the dogs at work as you ride through the woods.
After your sled ride, return to the kennel area to see the adorable puppies. Have time to play with the husky pups and pose for photos. Then learn about the supplies needed for the annual Iditarod race and watch a demonstration about harnesses, training, and race strategy for the dogs.
Your tour ends with return transfer to the original departure point.
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Seavey's IdidaRide Sled Dog Tours
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Featured review
Robin_S
The staff was very informative and gave us the full background of the Iditarod and dog sledding in general. We got to meet our whole team of dogs, pet them etc and took a fun pseudo dog sled tour thru the forest. We then enjoyed puppy petting time and had a class on the gear and dog clothing used during the process. The entire staff was very friendly and anxious to share their knowledge. We were lucky enough to have one of the lead dogs that won an Iditarod on our team. We loved this experience and highly recommend it!
Reviews
4.9
based on 405 reviews
Todd_C, Sep 2025
Would recommend this experience to anyone. These sled dogs have all their needs taken care of, they love pulling.
Lisa_B, Sep 2025
A great experience, very informative and staff very knowledgeable. We lost be playing with the puppies and seeing the dogs close up and in work mode. Would highly recommend!
Raul_M, Sep 2025
The information was great. The person that was given the information was knowledgeable . The dogs where also great.
Amy_R, Sep 2025
We had a great time! The wheeled cart thing is covered during rain, which was nice. Staff takes pictures and a video of your group during the ride and shares it with you at the end. I learned so much and playing with the puppies was an added bonus.
Gail_S, Sep 2025
The ride is pretty rough in places so people with back or neck issues be aware. Snuggling with pups is so much fun!
sonia_s, Aug 2025
AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!! Tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable and took his time to answer all questions. Dogs were well cared for and the tour was well organized. All in all a 10 out of 10 must do!!!
Mary_S, Aug 2025
Cousin booked it. And it was far more interesting than I expected! Very informative and interesting. Dogs were a hoot!
Pamela_M, Aug 2025
It was a great informational tour on dog sledding and the Iditarod, with the fun of experiencing being pulled by a dog team, interacting with the dogs, and a bonus of cuddling puppies!
A great experience for all ages.
Sarah_K, Aug 2025
Tour guides friendly and informative, dogs so excited and friendly too! I was impressed by how much I learned
Rob_A, Aug 2025
Lots of fun and very educational. Great value. Loved being up close to these beautiful animals Once in a lifetime Experience.
Robin_S, Aug 2025
The staff was very informative and gave us the full background of the Iditarod and dog sledding in general. We got to meet our whole team of dogs, pet them etc and took a fun pseudo dog sled tour thru the forest. We then enjoyed puppy petting time and had a class on the gear and dog clothing used during the process. The entire staff was very friendly and anxious to share their knowledge. We were lucky enough to have one of the lead dogs that won an Iditarod on our team. We loved this experience and highly recommend it!
Lindsay_M, Aug 2025
Wonderful experience in a gorgeous forested setting! We loved seeing the dogs doing what they love, learning about the Iditarod and snuggling the puppies. If I could give it more than five stars, I would.
Steven_J, Aug 2025
Fun, informative, great value! Dogs are awesome athletes, staff was excellent! Definitely a must in Seward!
Jennifer_M, Jul 2025
Very neat experience however the time on the dogs sled was short. Puppies were cute and dogs were friendly.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Hi Jennifer, sorry you thought the ride was too short. Our Alaskan huskies best temperature to run is 0 to -10 degrees. It's necessary for the saftey of our dogs to limit the trail to a very short distance with lots of stops to keep them cool!
Cynthia_R, Jul 2025
Extremely knowledgeable, accommodating, entertaining and friendly! Handicap accessible so highly recommend!
Kartick_S, Jul 2025
Well guided tour of the facilities and dog sleding. Well maintained facilities for the pups. Time well spent!
Britta_R, Jul 2025
This will be an experience my family will remember for many years! A favorite excursion in Alaska. The crew was so kind and knowledgeable, the kennels clean and organized, and the dogs were absolutely magnificent. We got to cuddle puppies, take a ride through the woods, learn about the Iditarod race and how they care for the dogs, see the equipment used, and meet the dog crew. All the dogs were sweet, well behaved and beyond adorable. Highly recommend for all dog lovers!
Heather_C, Jul 2025
This was an informative & fun family tour we chose at the last minute & we are SO glad we did! A morning spent with dogs is ALWAYS a good morning!
Kristin_C, Jul 2025
This was an outstanding experience. The staff were amazing and you could tell the animals were so well cared for and cared about!! We learned a lot, were able to cuddle the pups and give lots of pets to our dog sled team!!
Rhonda_M, Jul 2025
This was a great experience. The sledding (dry) is more a cart pull. While getting the idea of what the training that goes into the team. Fun for sure! Work out for the dogs none the less.
Eric_H, Jul 2025
Loved this!!! Unique to Alaska and had a fantastic time. Guide was fantastic and the host team at the kennels were terrific.
Carla_L, Jul 2025
Had a lovely time with the team at Iditaride! I was on a solo trip and had a free evening, so I went by myself for the 6:30pm tour. The dogs were so cute and so excited to run. I ended up on a cart with two other groups, but since I was alone I ended up standing on the back of the cart with the musher, which was actually pretty fun.
Emery_S, Jun 2025
Absolutely fantastic. 100% worth the ticket! Such a cool, interactive experience. Our guide Hunter was great.
Joan_L, Jun 2025
Had lots of questions about Alaska Husky and this group knew the answers. Dogs friendly and guides very knowledgeable. Bonus was seeing the puppies which melt anyone’s heart. Great history about Seavey family.
David_H, Jun 2025
Fun, interesting and very informative. The dogs and mushers are amazing athletes and the puppies are beyond cute.
LeeAnn_N, Jun 2025
Knowledgeable staff, clean place, started on time. We enjoyed our guide and he was able to answer all our questions. Easy to find the location with good parking
Jonathan_D, Jun 2025
Had a great time with the sled dogs and learned so much about them from our group leader. Found out he will be a senior in high school and he has a bright future ahead of him. So knowledgable and friendly.
Denise_M, May 2025
This is a fun and informative hour or so with not just the dogs but the people taking care of them all summer in the off season of racing. We started with a talk that introduced us to the world of the Iditarod. Then the team of dogs was hooked up to the summer "sled" and we were off for a 2 mile ride through the woods giving the dogs much needed exercise while we were able to ask questions and learn more about the sledding experience. The dogs loved the pets and scratches after the ride. Afterwards we were taken to a barn where we learned about the tools of the trade including the sled and gear.
As a side note, my husband is walking disabled (gets around slowly with a cane) and was able to walk the short distances and handle the bumps and talks.
Tana_C, May 2025
Fun, educational & heartwarming all in one! Transportation drivers were knowledgeable about surrounding area and very accommodating to guests.
Our tour guide, Noah, knows his stuff! You’re going places, my friend. The dogs were excited to take us on a ride in a cart on dryland with beautiful scenery. Noah knew the history of dog racing and educated us all with amazement and love for the dogs. Holding a six week old pup, who could eventually be the next racing champ, was heartwarming and difficult not to steal one away, but mama Lulu watched on to ensure all her pups were safely returned to her after sharing them with us.
This tour was definitely worth it!
Gabriela_E, May 2025
This was such a cool experience! The dogs are so excited to run and are very friendly :) the adult dog fos are well socialized and the puppies were so cute! It was great getting to learn about the great Alaskan race :)
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