Fairbanks Family Dog Sledding & Kennel Tour
Drive a husky team and enjoy unhurried kennel time with the dogs
Duration
1–1.5 hrs
Ideal For
4 to 6 people
Includes
Winter gear, hot drinks, dog visits
Highlights
Take part in a slower-paced, family-friendly dog mushing experience led by a guide on a tag sled. Stand on the runners to drive the team, or ride seated in the sled when needed.
- Learn how to ride tandem dog sleds before meeting the huskies
- Mush through black spruce, alder, and birch trees with ridge-top views
- Spend extra time taking photos and cuddling the working sled dogs
- Help with dog chores or play games in the warming cabin between sled runs
What's Included
- Extra winter gear as needed
- Heated Arctic oven tent
- Hot coffee, tea, and cocoa
- Photo and dog-visit time
Important details
- Ages 2+ only
- Adult weight limit: 250 pounds per person
- Requires standing on the sled runners or sitting in the sled
- Children under 6 ride in the sled with an adult
- Complete the liability waiver before arrival; each adult needs a separate waiver, and minors are added to an adult's waiver
- Wear closed-toe footwear such as rain boots, hiking boots, or winter snow boots. No sandals, open-toe shoes, or mesh shoes
Cancellation Policy
Cancel more than 30 days ahead for a full refund. From 14–30 days, switch dates; if unavailable, receive a 50% refund or credit toward a future tour. Within 14 days, deposits are nonrefundable but transferable. From 7–14 days, payments are nonrefundable but may be applied to another tour at the operator's discretion. Within 48 hours, no refund. Operator cancellations: reschedule or full refund.
Product ID: WS6BGB
FAQs
Children ages 6 and up may be able to drive the dog team. Children under 6 ride in the sled with an adult.
Yes. Add an extra loop of dog sledding for $25 per adult or $15 per child. The Homestead Mini Mush trail is 1 mile long.
Your kennel visit takes place before or after your sled ride, depending on the weather, the dogs, and your guide's schedule.
Meeting details
Sluice Box Sled Dogs, Fairbanks, AK 99709
