Fly in a helicopter, land on a glacier, go dog sledding, and snuggle husky puppies. Yes, this tour is that awesome. Join us for an unforgettable trip to Godwin Glacier and see why our guests call us the highlight of their Alaskan vacation.
The Highlights
15-Minute Helicopter Ride
Our flight to our glacier dog sledding camp takes a beautiful scenic route up Godwin Glacier. Fly over incredible blue glacier ice and by immense waterfalls. On the return trip, fly through a stunning glacier-filled valley.
25 Minute Dog Sled Ride
Go dog sledding for approximately 25 minutes while exploring the beautiful snowy glacier terrain with a knowledgeable mushing guide. Your guide will stop along the trail to take photos for you with the team.
Spend 1-Hour on the Glacier
Touchdown on the upper part of Godwin Glacier, the largest glacier just outside of Seward. Land on a snowy ice field and experience the magic of winter in summer. Guests are on the glacier for approximately an hour.
Snuggle Husky Puppies
Help us socialize the next generation of canine athletes by cuddling our adorable husky puppies. We look forward to sharing the cutest members of the team with you!
The Details
Tour Times
9:00, 10:20, 11:40, 1:00, 2:20, 3:40, 5:00
Length
This excursion lasts approximately 90 minutes. We ask you to arrive 15 minutes ahead of your scheduled departure; the 90 minutes does not include this check-in time. We advise blocking off approximately 2 hours for this tour.
Price
$599 per adult.
Adult with Comfort Seat Charge (250lbs & Over)
$579 per child. Children under 24 months are complimentary but must ride on the lap of an adult.
Price excludes an online booking fee capped at $25 per booking.
Gear We Provide
We provide boots to go over your shoes if you wear US men’s size 12 or under. We also provide rain jackets if needed but advise packing your own for your trip to Alaska. If you have your own raincoat, we ask that you bring it.
What to Wear
Please wear sunglasses, sneakers, and dress in layers. We advise wearing a t-shirt followed by layers. The temperature on the glacier varies tremendously from about 35°F to 80°F due to the sun reflecting off the snow. You do not need any additional gear from what you should pack on your trip to Alaska.
Booking Tips
We recommend booking your trip for the first day you are in Seward if you are here for multiple days. If not, make sure to book in the morning. May through mid-August we recommend early morning departures. August through September we recommend mid-morning to early afternoon departures. We work to reschedule all canceled reservations if requested.
Weather Policy
If we cannot fly, there is a full refund. If you have the time, we will work to reschedule your tour.
Weight Policy
Due to FAA policy, we cannot fly any passengers that weigh over 300 lbs. Additionally, we have a total weight capacity of approximately 585 lbs for this tour. If your combined weight exceeds this, we will have to split your group for flying, and additional charges may be incurred. Please feel free to call our office with questions.
Adults weighing over 250lbs are charged an additional $150.
Cancellation Policy
Our tours are fully refundable up until 96 hours before your scheduled departure. After 96 hours, there is a full charge, and reservation times cannot be changed to later dates.
Tour parties that reserve an entire tour departure must cancel before two weeks.
Those who have their trip canceled due to weather will be given a priority rescheduling. If rescheduling is not possible, a full refund will be given.
WHAT SETS US APART?
Bigger isn’t always better. We are the smallest glacier dog sledding operation in Alaska and pride ourselves on our high-quality, hands-on tours that focus on providing one-on-one experiences. We are locally owned and operated.
We fly both R44 and R66 helicopters. In the R44, everyone sits next to a window. In the R66, there is a middle seat that has a great view through the front of the helicopter. This helicopter is perfect for families or couples traveling together.