Sled Dog Discovery in Skagway

Overview

We know almost everyone is a puppy lover! Get ready for puppy overload because you're about to ride with a team of 16 powerful huskies many of which are veterans of the Iditarod! This is how their mushers keep them in shape during the summer season. Afterward, you'll cuddle with adorable Alaskan husky puppies that will one day grow up to be sled dogs themselves! Learn what it takes from both musher and sled dog to become an Iditarod champion!

City: Skagway

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $159.14

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $159.14

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What's Included

Accommodation as per itinerary

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please be sure to include personal number incase we need to contact you day of excursion!
All ages are welcome, and most special needs may be accommodated. Round-trip transportation provided. Must have mobility to walk 100 yards either on your own or with assistance. Must be able to raise knee 12 inches to accommodate (approximately 12 steps).

What To Expect

Alaska Sled Dogs & Musher's Camp

Your journey begins with an entertaining historic tour from your knowledgeable guide through downtown Skagway and along nine miles of stunning coastline to our Musher’s Camp™ in Dyea. Next, hop into our specialized unimog for an exciting ride up our rugged mountain road, surrounded by glacially fed streams and waterfalls. At the top, your musher will greet you with a custom-designed wheeled summertime sled and a team of very excited Alaskan Huskies! Feel the power of these strong dogs as they whisk you down a mile-long, zig-zagging trail deep in the Tongass National Rainforest! After meeting your dog team, climb back into your unimog and enjoy the adventurous ride to a breathtaking overlook of the Dyea tidal flats. Depending on the month you just might see eagles, bears, seals, horseback riders, wild flowers, and of course snow-capped mountains. Your unimog will then bring you to what we like to call a “Kennel Talk.” We have been sharing our passion for dog sledding for years, and in that time we have gathered up the most frequently ask questions about the sport. In the Kennel Talk, we will share the fascinating answers and welcome any additional questions you may have. Of course, we make sure you have plenty of time to play with our puppies! Your affections actually socialize these future athletes, which is essential to their racing success. A crackling fire and a unique gift shop round out your visit. All of this in a spectacular Alaskan setting!

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (115)

prudy72

Jun 2018

My husband and I participated in the tour of the Musher Camp. We had the pleasure of having Bart as our guide. He was friendly, professional and full of information about the area. He was fantastic! Would definitely recommend! We will definitely sign up for another tour when we go again next year.

bitbybit18

Jun 2018

We were picked up by Ozzie at the cruise ship. He was really funny and told us all about Skagway which was very interesting. Once we got to the camp we boarded a Unibog for the final portion of our trip. The scenery was just breathtaking. When we reached the dogs we were taken for a ride in modified sleds. The dogs have very fun personalities. After our dog ‘sled’ ride we rode the Unibog back down and listened to a presentation about dog sledding and the Iditarod race. After that we got to hold the puppies! I highly recommend this excursion! Hopefully Ozzie will be your driver because he really made it fun and interesting.

aammaa1

Jun 2018

This trip was the highlight of our cruise, so much fun. From pickup to drop off Austin provider us with so much information about the town, the area and the dogs. Puppies were adorable and the musher experience fantastic. Thank you Austin you provided us with a top trip and a fun day.