Dog Sled Demonstration & Ride

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Dog Sled Demonstration & Ride

Duration
Approximately 20 minutes
Price From
$49.95 Adult
$39.95 Child
  • Easy Activity Level
  • Family Friendly
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Step outside the Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge and meet a local musher and his dog sled team to learn how dogs are kept in shape during the summer months. Long before the Iditarod became world-famous, Native Alaskans used dog sleds in their everyday lives to help survive the cold, haul food and pull heavy loads. During the Alaskan gold rush, dog sleds were required to bring much-needed supplies up over the mountain passes and glaciers. When winter is over, mushers use wheeled carts to keep their dogs fit for winter sporting events and for everyday transportation. After a brief demonstration, hop on board and experience the strength and enthusiasm of these dogs as you’re pulled through the wilderness.

Special Note

Maximum weight is 250 lbs. Tour operates outside of the Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge. Guest must be able to walk from lodge waiting area to entrance. Wheelchair bound individuals may participate but must be able to transfer from their chair to the dog cart.


HOW TO BOOK

An array of optional excursions are available at the Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge. To add an activity to your stay, please visit the Tour desk at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Alaska Land Excursions, purchased through the Cruise Personalizer, may be cancelled up to three days prior to travel without any cancellation fees. Land Excursions cancelled prior to the cancellation deadline will be refunded to the credit card that you provided in the Cruise Personalizer to purchase your tours. Excursions cancelled within three (3) days prior travel are subject to a 100% cancellation fee, unless the operator, at their sole discretion, is unable to operate the program due to unforeseen circumstances. All sales of tours booked while on your land tour are considered final at the time of purchase and are 100% non-refundable except in the case of an operator approved cancellation.