Juneau: Helicopter Dog Sledding & Glacier Landing

Dog Sledding on a Glacier, Then Landing on One

You fly by helicopter to a dog sled camp on Herbert Glacier, ride or drive a team across glacial snow for 40 minutes, then fly down to the lower glacier for a guided walk through exposed ice and crevasses. The helicopter handles all transport, boots and rain gear are provided, and the whole experience runs weather-dependent with a full refund option if conditions cancel the tour.

Step-by-step itinerary

Helicopter flight and dogsledding tour

• Fly to Herbert Glacier Dog Sled camp
• Meet dog camp crew and mushers
• Ride dog sled for 40 minutes
• Meet dogs and puppies
• Helicopter to lower glacier landing
• Explore glacier and drink fresh water
• Helicopter tour back to heliport

The experience

The musher who meets you at the helicopter landing pad on Herbert Glacier doesn't waste time with small talk. He's got a team of dogs that need to run, and you're about to find out what that feels like. After the helicopter sets down at the dog camp, you get oriented with the crew, meet the dogs and puppies, and then you're on the trail for roughly 40 minutes: either riding behind the sled or, if you want the real thing, taking the reins yourself and driving the team across the snow. It's the kind of moment that doesn't feel real until you're actually doing it.

Once you're done with the dog sled ride, the helicopter comes back for you. This time it flies you down to the lower portion of Herbert Glacier, where the ice is exposed and raw: crevasses, movement, the whole glacial architecture laid bare. Your pilot becomes your guide for this stop. You can walk around, drink fresh glacier water straight from the source, and take in views that don't exist anywhere else. The helicopter tour back to the Coastal heliport gives you one more pass over the glacier from the air, so you see the whole landscape you've just been inside.

The whole day is weather-dependent, which means you're at the mercy of Alaska's moods, but that's also what keeps it real. If conditions don't cooperate, you get an alternative time or a full refund. Bring a camera, dress in layers with rubber-soled shoes, and know that the tour company provides boots, raincoats, and overshoes if you need them. No bags allowed at the base: anything you need to carry gets stored in the office until you're back. Weight gets reported at checkout and verified again at check-in. The helicopter's balance depends on it, so accuracy matters.

What’s included

• Round-trip helicopter flight from Juneau.
• dog sled ride or driving experience on Herbert Glacier for roughly 40 minutes.
• guided glacier walk at the lower portion of Herbert Glacier with fresh glacier water.
• boots, raincoats, and overshoes provided as needed.
• transportation to and from facilities.

Options for this experience

3 options

Standard Passenger TypeGuide in English · Available from 3 May 2027This option is for passengers up to 259 lbs and secures one standard seat in the aircraft. Pickup is included.

Standard Plus passenger typeGuide in English · Available from 3 May 2027This passenger type is for those weighing 260 to 299 lbs. It secures an additional half seat in the aircraft. Pickup is included.

Premium Passenger TypeGuide in English · Available from 3 May 2027This option is for passengers weighing 300 lbs or more. It secures two full seats in the aircraft. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Information

Lasts 3h 55m, from US$ 922.05 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 6 and with free cancellation up to 72 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 3 May 2027

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 9 pickup points.

Book up to2d before

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 72 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Coastal Helicopters

Is this one for you?Book this if you want both dog sledding and glacier exploration in one trip without choosing between them. The helicopter logistics are what make it possible to do both in a single day.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 72 h before the start.

How long is the helicopter flight to Herbert Glacier?

The reference content doesn't specify the flight duration to the dog camp, only that the dog sled ride itself lasts roughly 40 minutes.

Can I drive the dog sled team myself?

Yes. If you're feeling adventurous, you can try your hand at driving the team during the 40-minute trail run.

What happens if weather cancels the tour?

You're given the option of an alternative time or a full refund.

Can families sit together in the helicopter?

Coastal Helicopters tries to accommodate families in the same helicopter, but seating is based on weight and balance. This is determined at check-in once all passengers have weighed in. If your group is split across helicopters, the glacier landing happens together.

Are there weight restrictions?

Yes. Each passenger is weighed at the facilities. Accurate weights must be reported at checkout and the correct passenger type selected, as misreporting can cause tour delays or cancellations without refund.

What should I wear?

Dress warmly in layers and wear rubber-soled shoes like a light hiking boot or athletic shoes. Bring a camera, film, and binoculars.

Is this tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it's suitable for all physical fitness levels. If you have limited mobility, contact the tour operator to discuss accommodations.

Can I bring a bag on the tour?

No. There's a no-bag policy. Bags brought to the base are stored in the tour office until you return. If you have medical needs requiring a carry-on, note this at booking.

Are lap children allowed?

No. Each passenger, including children, must purchase a full fare ticket. Specialized infant seats are available.