Wilderness Dog Sled Ride and Tour in Seward

Summary

Your tour starts with afternoon pickup from your hotel and transfer by van to the dog sled headquarters. Your guide shares a brief overview of dog mushing, then takes you out to meet the furry stars of the team. Your guides introduce you to some of the more than 90 dogs and answer questions about the canine athletes. Watch as your guide gets the dog team harnessed up, then step into your sled for your ride into the wilderness. The all-weather sled is equipped with comfortable padded seats and tires for warmer conditions. Have time for photo ops of Alaska's natural beauty and the dogs at work as you ride through the woods. After your sled ride, return to the kennel area to see the adorable puppies. Have time to play with the husky pups and pose for photos. Then learn about the supplies needed for the Iditarod, and watch a demonstration about harnesses, training, and race strategy for the dogs. Your tour ends with return transfer to your hotel in Seward.  

Tour info

Duration
1 hours
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Feel the power, excitement, and energy of the amazing sled dogs as they pull you through wooded trails on this 2-hour tour. Enjoy the comfortable, padded seats and covers on the wheeled summer sleds that enable you to enjoy the trip regardless of the weather. Tour the kennel facilities, cuddle husky puppies, and enjoy a sled ride. Roundtrip transportation is included.

What’s included?

  • Knowledgeable guides providing live commentary throughout your tour

  • Coffee and/or Tea

  • Snacks, water, and pop available for purchase

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

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Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Operated by:

Seavey's IdidaRide Sled Dog Tours

About operator:

Mush the 2017 Iditarod champion sled dogs! Visit Seavey's IdidaRide racing kennel, where four generations of the Seavey family and 100 of the toughest dogs in the world train during the summer months. You'll be helping train their 46th Iditarod team for their 4th championship. Cuddle the adorable husky puppies, try on the gear worn when it's 40 below, and get a pawtograph from their Golden Harness winning lead dogs. Sleds with padded seats and suspension, fully covered tour, and dog themed gift shop make this the most fun you can have in Seward in the rain. Voted "Best Sled Dog Ride in Alaska" by readers of the Alaska Magazine.

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