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Helicopter Dogsledding with Extra Landing

3 ½ Hours Duration

From pick-up to drop-off

Explore Glacier By Foot

See the stunning lower icefield

Includes Second Landing

Explore the ice features on the lower glacier

Husky Dog Sled Ride

With opportunity to mush the team!

Description

This popular Juneau shore excursion combines an incredible helicopter flight up to Herbert Glacier with a uniquely Alaskan dogsled ride with husky dog teams - but then takes it one step further. Since you've already made it this far, this particular tour maximizes your helicopter flightseeing opportunity by flying to a remote icefield on Herbert Glacier, giving guests the chance to get out and experience the rugged glaciated terrain up close. The Helicopter Dogsledding with Extra Landing is really the ultimate combination tour, and if you only have one chance to go flightseeing while in Alaska, then this tour is going to be the one you want. For a bit more cost, it takes all of the elements from various flightseeing options and bundles them into one comprehensive outing.

In many ways, this half-day Juneau shore excursion combines the elements of the shorter Helicopter & Dogsled Glacier Excursion with the popular Icefield Excursion to give you the best of both worlds. This allows you to experience all of the elements of glacier dogsledding, but the extra landing provides ground-level insight into the intricacies and characteristics of glacier movement that you would miss from the air.

Why incorporate the second landing? The pictures may do it more justice than our description, but this area is marked by the iconic blue glacier ice, deep crevasses and ice falls on a massive scale. It allows you the opportunity to explore this rugged landscape, adding some remarkable photos to your collection. Many shorter helicopter options revolve specifically around this type of terrain, and this particular tour ensures that you don't miss it while joining the dogsledding tour.

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. This tour does require a moderate level of fitness in order to load/unload the helicopter and navigate on icy/uneven terrain. 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 30min • 6 activities

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

Duration

20 minutes

Get geared up with glacier boats (provided for you) and meet you 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 10 minutes

Make an additional stop to explore the different glacial features and conditions that the Lower Glacier has to offer.

Duration

20 minutes

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

Duration

55 minutes