Seward Helicopter & Glacier Dogsled Tour + Bear Glacier Lagoon

Seward Helicopter & Glacier Dogsled Tour + Bear Glacier Lagoon

Tick a true Alaska classic off your bucket list: fly over icefields and fjords, land on a snow-covered glacier, and mush a champion sled-dog team—then add sweeping views toward Bear Glacier Lagoon. This family-favorite, 2.25-hour adventure blends flightseeing, real-snow dogsledding, and wildlife spotting for an unforgettable day in Kenai Fjords country.

Rates

• $799 – Adults (Ages 12+)
• $749 – Children (Ages 2–11)
• Infants – Ages 0–23 months (lap)

Duration

• Total tour time: ~2 hours 25 minutes
• Approx. flight time: ~30 minutes (route and conditions may vary)
• Glacier dogsledding: ~1 hour on real snow with the team

About the Experience

Check in at the Seward base before lifting off over Kenai Fjords National Park, Resurrection Bay, bright blue ice, and drifting bergs en route to a high glacier snowfield. On landing, meet Dallas Seavey’s six-time Iditarod Champion sled dogs and mushers who live on the glacier through summer. After a quick lesson, stand on the runners to drive your own team (or ride in the sled—your choice) across groomed snow with mountain panoramas in every direction.

Between runs, cuddle the canine athletes, meet puppies, hear race stories from 1,000-mile Iditarods, and snap the kind of photos that define a trip. Keep eyes peeled in flight for moose, black bears, Dall sheep, and mountain goats as weather permits vistas toward Bear Glacier Lagoon and its iceberg-dotted waters. Overboots are provided so your shoes stay dry and warm.

Highlights / Why Choose This Tour

• Two adventures in one: Scenic helicopter flight + authentic glacier dogsledding on real snow.
• Champion kennel: Mush with dogs from a 6-time Iditarod winning team.
• Wild Alaska vistas: Glaciers, fjords, and views toward Bear Glacier Lagoon.
• Wildlife chances: Moose, bears, Dall sheep, and mountain goats are often spotted.
• Top-rated: 5-star experience (1,700+ Google reviews) loved by multi-generation families.

Good to Know / Additional Info

• Meeting point: 11385 Seward Highway, Seward, AK 99664.
• Check-in: Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Late arrival may shorten or reschedule the tour.
• What’s included: Helicopter flightseeing, glacier landing, ~1-hour dogsled tour, overboots, small-group experience.
• What to bring (May 15–Sept 1): Sturdy closed-toe footwear; wind/waterproof shell; warm mid-layer (wool/fleece); hat covering ears; thin gloves; sunglasses; empty water bottle for glacier water.
• Aircraft & seating: Flights commonly use 3-passenger Robinson R44 (per-seat max 300 lbs; combined party max 600 lbs). Larger parties may be split across multiple helicopters and rejoin on the glacier; larger aircraft may be arranged for guests ≥300 lbs.
• Comfort surcharge: Guests ≥250 lbs must purchase a $150 additional seat for weight & balance.
• Accurate weights required: Provide true body weights at booking; all guests are weighed at check-in. Inaccurate weights that prevent flight are non-refundable.
• Seating & route: Assigned for FAA weight-and-balance; exact sights depend on weather and any FAA airspace restrictions.
• Prohibited items: Bear spray, lighters, battery packs, loaded firearms; backpacks/bags not permitted on the helicopter. Secure loose straps (camera/purse straps around the neck).

Cancellations

• Payment: Full payment due 72 hours prior. If using a deposit within 72 hours, the balance is charged automatically.
• Booked directly: Cancel ≥72 hours prior for a full refund. Within 72 hours, bookings are non-refundable; rescheduling may be available for a fee. No-shows/late arrivals forfeit payment unless Trip Protection was purchased. Weather/safety cancellations by the operator are refunded 100%.
• Booked via other agencies: Their policies apply; contact the agency directly to cancel.
• Same-day changes: Not always possible; $200 reschedule fee within 72 hours unless Trip Protection was purchased.

From rotor-whir to runner-glide, this Seward classic delivers pure Alaska—towering ice, husky howls, and sweeping fjord country all in one seamless experience. Book your Helicopter & Glacier Dogsled Tour (with Bear Glacier Lagoon views) today and make the memory that defines your trip.