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    Fly to Big Lake for a 2.5-Hour Dog Mushing Tour

    Helicopter flight and dog mushing at Nic Petit’s Dogstead

    5.0 stars• 671 reviews
    From$1,176/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 Hours 30 Minutes

    Includes

    50-min flight, Dogstead visit

    Highlights

    Fly down the Knik River Valley to Big Lake, Alaska, then spend time at The Dogstead with Iditarod musher Nic Petit and his kennel. Learn about mushing and finish with a non-motorized cart ride in summer or a sled ride in winter.

    • Fly past Pioneer Peak with views of The Sleeping Lady and Denali
    • Meet Nic Petit and spend time with his dogs at The Dogstead
    • Learn about mushing and the history of the Iditarod Race
    • Ride a traditional dog sled in winter or a non-motorized cart in summer
    • Plan for 50 minutes of flight time and 1 hour 30 minutes with the dogs

    What's Included

    • Helicopter flight time (50 minutes)
    • Time at The Dogstead (1 hour 30 minutes)
    • Mushing instruction and Iditarod history
    • Non-motorized cart ride (summer) or sled ride (winter)

    Things to know

    Helicopter seat weight limit is 300 lbs; guests over 300 lbs will not be permitted to fly and no refund will be given. If your group exceeds aircraft combined weight limits and needs multiple helicopters or a larger aircraft, an additional fee of $250 applies. You will be weighed at check-in for safety and seating may be assigned for weight and balance.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 7 days notice. Within 72 hours of your tour time, 50% of booking fees refunded. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No refund for no-shows.

    FAQs

    No. Dog mushing on this trip takes place at Nic Petit’s working kennel, not on a glacier. A glacier landing is not included.

    The helicopter seat weight limit is 300 lbs (absolute). Guests over 300 lbs will not be permitted to fly and no refund will be given. Combined passenger weight limits are 650 lbs total on the R44 (3-passenger) and 900 lbs total on the R66 (4-passenger).

    Yes. You’ll be weighed at check-in as part of the safety protocol, and seating may be assigned for proper weight and balance.

    Meeting details

    3901 S Lindsey Circle, Palmer AK 99645

    Experience provided by Outbound Heli Adventures
    Experience provided by Outbound Heli Adventures

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    $1,176.11

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    671 reviews•Google Maps

    With a perfect rating across hundreds of reviews, this helicopter tour operation delivers consistently exceptional glacier experiences. Guests rave about the Knik glacier flights with glacier landings that allow 30 minutes to explore and photograph the stunning blue ice. The pilots—particularly Evan, Logan, and Christine—receive enthusiastic praise for their smooth flying, knowledge of the terrain, and willingness to go the extra mile, like landing on icebergs or flying through canyons to spot wildlife. The staff, especially Carly and Caroline, make everyone feel comfortable and handle logistics seamlessly, including round-trip transport. The experience works beautifully for everything from standard sightseeing to special occasions like wedding elopements. Travelers appreciate the excellent communication, particularly regarding weather conditions, and note that the flights are surprisingly smooth even for those worried about motion sickness. Multiple international visitors specifically mention how welcoming and accommodating the team is. This consistently ranks as a top Alaska adventure and a genuine once-in-a-lifetime experience that's worth every penny.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Awesome experience flying with Rigel. Landed at the ice caves and got to walk around

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    cole Lewis

    March 29, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Awesome experience flying with Rigel. Landed at the ice caves and got to walk around

    Photo of cole Lewis

    cole Lewis

    March 29, 2026

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