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Dog Sledding in Alaska

Helicopter to the Juneau Icefield and mush a real sled dog team across summer snow. This actually happens — mushers keep their teams on the glacier year-round.

Dog Sledding on an Alaska Cruise

Dog sledding in the middle of summer sounds impossible, but on the Juneau Icefield it's a daily reality. Professional mushers — some of whom race the Iditarod — keep their sled dog teams on the glacier year-round, training on summer snow at 3,000+ feet elevation.

How It Works

You'll helicopter to a camp on the Mendenhall Glacier or Herbert Glacier, meet a team of Alaskan huskies, and ride a wheeled or runner sled across the snow. Tours include time to play with puppies (mushers breed and raise their dogs on-site) and learn about the Iditarod and competitive mushing.

The helicopter ride to and from the glacier is spectacular on its own — you fly over crevasses, waterfalls, and the Juneau Icefield. Combined with the dog sledding, this is a genuinely unique Alaska experience that doesn't exist anywhere else in the world.

Is It Worth the Price?

At $550–$700 per person, this is one of the most expensive cruise excursions available. The combination of helicopter flight + glacier + sled dogs justifies the cost for most people, especially families. Kids absolutely love it.

Dog Sledding Excursions by Port

Juneau

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Juneau Dog Sledding on Mendenhall Glacier — Tour Guide

Everything you need to know about dog sledding on Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau. Helicopter ride, husky teams, real prices, and practical booking tips for cruise passengers.

$550–$700 3–4 hrs easy
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Juneau Summer Dog Sled Camp — Herbert Glacier Experience

Guide to the Herbert Glacier dog sled camp near Juneau. Iditarod musher guides, puppy interactions, helicopter access, and practical tips for cruise passengers.

$600–$750 3.5–4.5 hrs easy
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you really go dog sledding in summer in Alaska?

Yes. Mushers maintain sled dog camps on glaciers at 3,000+ feet elevation where snow persists year-round. You helicopter to the camp, ride a sled pulled by a team of Alaskan huskies, and spend time with the dogs. It's a real working dog team, not a tourist simulation.

How much does dog sledding cost on an Alaska cruise?

Expect $550–$700 per person, which includes the helicopter flight and 60–90 minutes on the glacier with the dog team. This is one of the most expensive standard excursions but consistently rated as one of the best.

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