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Helicopter & Dogsled Glacier Excursion

3 Hour Duration

A full hour on the glacier

Husky Dogsled Ride

Across a glacier snowfield

See Juneau’s Massive Icefield

With landing on remote Herbert Glacier

Limited Seats

Book early to guarantee a spot

Description

An experience that tops many travelers' lists, the Helicopter & Dogsled Glacier Excursion is one of Juneau's top-rated shore excursions, and with good reason! Guests load up for a thrilling helicopter ride that in itself provides jaw-dropping views and endless glaciated scenery. But the helicopter ride is just the first leg of this trip; the pilot-guide makes a remote landing on Herbert Glacier where excited dog teams are waiting to take you on a sled ride! An unforgettable ride with Alaskan huskies is set amongst a surreal backdrop of ice-capped peaks. This is one of our favorite Juneau shore excursions!

This Juneau adventure excursion begins with a pick-up at the cruise docks and a short ride over to the heli-base. Meet your pilot-guide and go over a brief safety orientation before lifting off for an unforgettable ride. Nervous excitement during take-off is quickly overwhelmed by the majestic views of the expansive glaciated icefields, snow-capped mountain peaks and a seemingly endless horizon of mountains. Your knowledgeable and skilled pilot-guide narrates the journey and soon enough you'll arrive at Herbert Glacier; don't forget this tour is just beginning.

The excitement of the Alaskan husky racers can immediately be felt, and they know that their opportunity to run is close - you won't believe the power that a team of 12-14 dogs can generate! Time with the professional mushers provides an opportunity to learn more about the teams and mushing life, a deeply rooted aspect of Alaskan and Northern culture. After the ride, re-board the helicopter for the return ride where you might say to yourself, "Did that really just happen?".

All Juneau helicopter dogsled tours: * Helicopter & Dogsled Excursion (Herbert Glacier) * Helicopter Dogsledding with Extra Landing (Herbert Glacier) * Glacier Dogsled Adventure (Norris Glacier) * Mendenhall Glacier Helicopter & Dogsled (Mendenhall Glacier)

What's Included

Round Trip Transportation

Experienced pilots, mushers, & staff

Glacier overboots for walking on the ice

Secure storage for personal belongings at the helicopter base

Guide Gratuities

Food & Drink

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people per dogsled?

Each team of 10 – 12 Alaskan huskies is hooked up to a double sled arrangement, which allows for up to 5 passengers per dogsled team. We generally keep bookings at 12 passengers each hour, so the usual load out for each team is 4 passengers, but we can make just about any grouping work.

Will our group all be in the same helicopter?

The helicopters hold up to 6 people. While we strive to keep all groups under 6 together, in order to balance the weight distribution in the helicopter & ensure a safe flight, groups may be split up into separate helicopters upon reaching the helicopter base. If this is the case, you will still land with the rest of your party on the glacier, and will be able to spend this time with them.

Is the dogsled tour on an actual glacier?

Yes, the dogsled operator is flown up via helicopter early in the season and sets up camp on the Herbert Glacier in advance of the summer tours.

What if I need extra help on the tour?

Your pilot will be with you the entire tour, so they’ll be happy to lend a helping hand whenever necessary. If you require extra assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us ahead of your tour and discuss your particular needs.

Will I get to stand and mush the dogsled team?

You do have the option and opportunity to stand in the musher’s position while on the dogsled tour. For safety reasons, the actual dogsled musher will be able to assume control of the dogsled at all times, but will give you instructions on how to safely control the sled for the duration of your trip.

Can children come on the tour?

Absolutely! We are more than happy to accommodate children of all ages.

What if our cruise ship's schedule is canceled or delayed?

We will try our best to work with you to reschedule the tour to a later time. If that is not a possibility or your ship doesn't make it into port, then you will receive a refund, less any non-refundable fees.

Will there be snow at the dog camp?

Yes. Our dog sleds are similar to any you might see in professional competition and require a certain amount of snow in order to operate.

What happens if the weather is too bad to fly?

If the weather is just not cooperating and the pilots determine that it’s too bad to fly, we’ll do our best to reschedule you to a later time of day that works for you. If you choose not to reschedule or we can’t find a time that works for you, we will refund you.

How many passengers per helicopter?

Each helicopter can seat up to 6 passengers, provided the weight and balance calculations work out in each aircraft.

What if my tour group is larger than 6 people?

There are several helicopters available at the base and can make accommodations for larger groups with advance notice. If your group exceeds 6 passengers and requires the use of multiple aircraft, we instruct the pilots to coordinate landing locations on the glacier so that you can have your landing time together.

Will the pilot get out with us?

Definitely. Your pilot will act as your guide for your entire helicopter tour, including the time you’ll spend on the glacier. This allows for a truly focused tour experience.

Why do you land on the Herbert Glacier?

We find the Herbert Glacier to be of particular charm and seclusion. Most passengers on our helicopter tours feel like they’re the only people in the world while on their glacier landing, and we like to keep it that unique and exclusive for everyone.

Know Before You Book

Minimum Age: There is no minimum age to join this tour

Standard seats are required for guests weighing 1-259 lbs

Standard Plus seats are required for guests weighing 260-300 lbs

Premium seats are required for guests weighing 300 lbs or more

All passengers will be discreetly weighed on-site, fully clothed and geared, and no flights or refunds are guaranteed for misreported passenger weights.

No lap children are allowed. All passengers will be required to pay for a seat on the aircraft, regardless of age.

There is a strict no-bag policy in the aircraft, if you have medical needs that require a carry on, please contact us. All bags brought to base will be stored in the tour office until you return from your flight.

This tour can accommodate guests with limited mobility. Please contact us or include a note in your reservation if you require assistance.

Cancel up to 14-days before the tour for a refund. No refund is available if canceled within 14-days of the tour. If for any reason your tour is canceled, or if your cruise ship's schedule changes, you will receive a refund. Refunds do not include any non-refundable fees. Contact us by phone or email to request a cancellation.

Quick Facts

City

Juneau

Itinerary • 3h 00min • 5 activities

Guides will meet you at the base of the Mount Roberts Tramway for transportation to the airport.

Duration

20 minutes

Get geared up in the glacier boats provided and meet your pilot/guide for a brief safety orientation. You can leave behind unneeded items for pickup later.

Duration

30 minutes

Lift off and fly over the Juneau Icefield for a short flight to the dog camp.

Duration

15 minutes

Your mushers will be ready to give you an introduction to the sport when you arrive. Meet the team of dogs that will be pulling your sleds for a thrilling 30 min ride across the glacier.

Duration

1 hour

Return flight to the basecamp to grab any belongings before boarding the van back to the cruise docks and downtown Juneau.

Duration

55 minutes