Local Connections: Dog Sledding & Glacier Adventure by Helicopter Created by Iditarod Musher
Local Connections: Dog Sledding & Glacier Adventure by Helicopter Created by Iditarod Musher
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Description
Points of Interest
- Outdoor Adventures
- Glacier Flightseeing
- Dog Sledding
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
This combination tour offers you the adventure of a lifetime. Your exciting journey begins with a ride to the heliport. Donning a pair of glacier overboots, you'll board a helicopter for your flight over the Alaskan ice field. During your breathtaking flight, you'll get to see some of nature's most beautiful landscapes in areas that are accessible only by air. You'll marvel at the spectacular icefalls and rock formations of the region. After your fifteen-minute flight, you'll set down on picturesque Norris Glacier and meet top Iditarod race veteran mushers and their dogs to learn their tricks of the trade. Then, you'll get to experience the unique thrill of zipping across a glacier behind a team of huskies. After your exhilarating sled experience, you'll re-board your helicopter and once again sail over the elegant ribbons of ice as you return to the heliport.
Special Notes:
Flight route and time may vary depending on weather conditions. Weight surcharge ($200) may apply on this flight. Due to weight and balance limitations, as well as passenger safety and comfort, the helicopter companies have advised that guests weighing 250 lbs. or more (fully clothed) will be assessed the weight surcharge to reserve adequate space onboard the helicopter. Guests weighing 250 lbs. or more should reserve an extra surcharge ticket and, once onboard, go to the Tour Office to have the ticket charge adjusted down to the surcharge amount. Refer to the FAQ section for important information about flightseeing.Minimum age is 2. In order to participate, children must be able to understand the rules of interaction with the dogs and a parent or guardian must be present to supervise any interaction. Tour operation depends on glacier snow conditions and usually runs through late August to early September. Carry-on bags are not allowed and there is limited secure storage at the heliport. iPads, iPad minis, tablets, drones and Go-Pro Sticks or other extendable items are not permitted on tour. Aircraft fly no higher than 5,000 feet. Oxygen for personal use is allowed but must be in the form of an FAA approved portable oxygen concentrator that can be secured to the user's body.
Helicopter excursions are not refundable unless cancelled by 12:00pm on the day after embarkation.
Provided: Glacier overboots
Liability waiver is required to be signed in the presence of the tour operator.
Unaccompanied Minor Policy: Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.