Glacier Helicopter & Sled Dogs
Helicopter to Denver Glacier to meet mushers, learn gear and training. Watch an exhilarating sled-team run, and cuddle future champions.
Soar over Taiya Inlet into jagged high country and touch down on the snow capped Denver Glacier. Meet seasoned mushers who share race lore and demonstrate equipment and prep. Watch elite dogs surge across the ice with explosive energy, then meet the next generation—affectionate, wriggly pups perfect for photos. This intimate, small-group outing blends aviation thrills, Iditarod culture, and glacier grandeur before your flight back to Skagway.
Shore Thing Highlights
Experience a more personal adventure with fewer Sailors on this Small Group Shore Thing
Meet and interact with seasoned mushers
Watch dogs mush over Denver Glacier
Take a narrated helicopter tour and learn about glacial geology
Need to know
Sailors in wheelchairs or with limited mobility should not select this Shore Thing
Sailors must be able to climb in/out of the helicopter with limited assistance
Seating based on the weight, balance, safety, and comfort of the helicopter, and cannot guarantee that groups will be together on the aircraft
No bags, tablets, tripods, selfie sticks, drones, water bottles or liquids are allowed inside the helicopter, but lockers are available at the base
This Shore Thing is weather dependent and may be subject to last-minute cancellations due to changing conditions
Up to 6 sailors per helicopter
Approximately 30 minutes of total helicopter time and 1 hour on the Glacier
Any Sailor whose weight is 250 pounds (113kg) or more, fully clothed at the time of departure will have a surcharge fee added to the ticket price
To ensure a smooth operation, Shore Things Crew will collect Sailor weights and apply the $150 surcharge on embarkation day
Sailors are advised to wear warm layers and comfortable walking shoes
Glacier overboots are included. Sailors must wear closed toed hiking shoes or tennis shoes
Experience shores the Virgin way
Local & Immersive Tours
Authentic experiences curated with local operators
A Sustainable Cause
Select tour bookings to help social charities
Peace of Mind
Modify/cancel up to 48hrs before where applicable
Priority Debark in Port
Be first ashore in all our ports of call
Safe and Insured
Our partners are licensed and insured
Transparent Pricing
No hidden costs, all-inclusive Shore Thing prices
Expert Travel Support
Pre-voyage to onboard assistance, always there
Stress-Free Returns
Ship will wait for you in the event of a delay
Convenient Collection
Convenience of one location to shop for your calls
