
Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings
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Is Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings worth booking?
Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings is a 2-hour experience in Seward, United States, from $925 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $925 per person
Drive your own sled-dog team with an Iditarod team of mushers, handlers and dogs on real snow in the middle of summer surrounded by amazing scenery. You can stand on the runners and mush a dog team or just sit on the sle
What you get
About this experience
Drive your own sled-dog team with an Iditarod team of mushers, handlers and dogs on real snow in the middle of summer surrounded by amazing scenery. You can stand on the runners and mush a dog team or just sit on the sled and the mushers run the team. After your dogsled tour meet the canine athletes, and take pictures with your favorite dogs. After the mushing experience the helicopter whisks you off to a remote shoreline landing to view stunning glaciers and icebergs.
What's included
Included
- anding and/or facility fees
- Helicopter flight - Aprox 30 min round trip
- Guided Dogsled on snow with an Iditarod dogsled team!
- Local Seward city limits transfers
- WATERPROOF OVERBOOTS - we provide boots that slip on over your shoes to keep them dry
Not included
- Comfort surcharge applied for anyone 250lbs and over
- WARM WEATHER GEAR - you are landing in the snow. Layers is advised with a waterproof outer shell.
- Gratuities
- Transportation from Anchorage
What you'll see and do
Seward
The most popular tour! Drive your own sled-dog team with 6 time Iditarod champion Dallas Seavey's team of mushers, handlers and champion dogs on real snow in the middle of summer surrounded by amazing scenery. Start this adventure with a helicopter ride over glaciers. We often see moose, black bears, Dall sheep and goats. Land on a glacier and enjoy a whole hour with champion sled dogs and their mushers that live here all summer. Take the dog team for a ride through real snow. You can stand on the runners and mush a dog team or just sit on the sled and let the mushers run the team. After your dogsled tour meet the canine athletes that pulled your sled, and of course take pictures with your favorite dogs. After the tour the helicopter takes you back to the lodge and you’ll fly over the lower glaciers where you can see the blue melt pools and the crevasses. Total Tour Time: 1.5 hours - includes 1 hour with the dogsled team (approx 25 min on sled) and approx 20 min round trip flightseeing
Pass by without stopping
Resurrection Bay
Fly over resurrection bay on the way to your glacier dogsled tour.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Seward
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Alaska Helicopter Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We never guarantee the type of helicopter you will be flying in unless a private helicopter option is purchased. Parties with multiple separate bookings, or parties over 2 passengers may be in 2 helicopters, but will always be together for the tour.
- Check-in is 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. If you arrive late, your tour may be shortened or cancelled with no refund.
- Operates in all safe weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- NOT PERMITTED: Drones, smoking items (vapes/lighters/e-cigs), firearms, bags/backpacks/loose straps, lithium batteries.
- DEPARTS FROM SEWARD ALASKA - Please be sure to check you are booking for the correct location
- Comfort surcharge applied for anyone over 250lbs. This allows us to ration seating for safety and comfort
- Complimentary Seward area van transfers to departure location can be added by emailing or calling operator directly
- Total Tour Time: 2 hours - includes 1 hour with the dogsled team (approx 25 min on sled), 40 minutes round trip flight seeing, and approx 30 minutes at additional landing
- DRESS FOR ALL WEATHER - Dog camp is at a high elevation and weather may be cold and wet. Layers with an outer waterproof shell is recommended.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
BEST excursion ever!
This was our first time in a helicopter so some of us were very nervous. Our pilot, Gavin, was amazing and the scenery is beyond beautiful! So breathtaking that you don’t even think about your nerves. The dog mushing was so fun. To pet the dogs and then drive the sled around the glacier…wow! Enjoy every minute because it truly is a one in a lifetime experience that many never get the opportunity to have themselves. AMAZING!
via Viator
Don't miss it, it's a great experience.
My daughter and I were delighted. You could tell the dogs were happy to be out pulling the sled. It's a great opportunity to pet the dogs; they let themselves be loved. The guys were very friendly and attentive. The helicopter ride affords you spectacular views of Seward, the glacier, and the mountains.
via Viator
Highly recommend!
The Alaska Helicopter and Glacier Dogsled Tour was an amazing experience! The glacier views were absolutely stunning and the dogsled experience was so fun too! The guides were friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a grand Alaskan adventure! 🚁🐶❄️
via Tripadvisor
Must do in Seward!
Great operation! Can’t say enough words about how amazing the experience was! Recommend seeing a whole new perspective of Alaska.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Seward.
How much does Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings cost?
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Prices start at $925 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Seward usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Seward is not rushed.
Is Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Seward, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Seward can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Seward and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Seward: Helicopter Glacier Dogsled Tour with 2 Landings start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Seward within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Seward?
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Seward is the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park: day cruises to tidewater glaciers, whale and puffin watching, glacier hikes on Exit Glacier and halibut charters. On Outty we rank every Seward experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise, Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Northwestern Cruise, Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Seward?
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Late May to early September. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Seward?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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