Sled Dog Ride and Scenic Drive from Anchorage

5.0(26)5 hFree cancellationBy Frontier Tours

About this activity

Travel north from Anchorage through the MatSu Valley to the mushing capital of the world and go for a sled dog ride! Take in the sights while you let us do the driving en route to Willow, AK where you’ll experience a real Iditarod musher’s home kennel and witness their enthusiastic canine athletes. Go for an exhilarating overland sled dog ride powered by a team of authentic Alaska Huskies, and learn all about the sport of mushing and the world famous 1000-mile Iditarod Sled Dog Race. You’ll go for a dog-powered ride in a specially designed 2-person cart with your own personal musher and the chance to pet some friendly fluffy Alaska huskies! This 5.5 hour round-trip adventure will be one you won’t forget. Approximately 1.5 hour drive each way with 1.5+ hours at the kennel. Wheeled carts are used in summer (June-Sept.) & sleds in winter when there is sufficient snow on the ground. HOTEL PICKUP AVAILABLE IN WINTER ONLY; CONTACT TO ARRANGE. GROUPS OF 6< CONTACT FRONTIER TOURS TO BOOK.

What's included

✓Sled Dog Ride
✓Bottled water
✓Snacks
✓Landing and facility fees
✓Air-conditioned vehicle
✓Kennel Tour
✓Interaction with Alaska Husky dogs
✓2 person mushing carts (sleds in winter) with personal musher
✓Hotel Pickup during winter months (contact to arrange)
✓Commercially Licensed Driver Guide

Not included

✕Outdoor clothing
✕Driver gratuity
✕Musher gratuity

Meeting and pickup

*HOTEL PICKUP AVAILABLE DURING WINTER MONTHS ONLY; CONTACT US BEFORE THE TOUR TO ARRANGE.* Be ready for pickup 10 minutes before your tour on the 7th Avenue sidewalk in front of the Dena'ina Civic & Convention Center in downtown Anchorage. Please use the restroom before arriving to the pickup point.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers who are unable climb into a vehicle without assistance or unable to walk short distances

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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