Private dog sled tour on the Yukon Quest trail in Fairbanks, Alaska

1 hr 30 min
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Discover the historic Yukon Quest trail during a private dog sledding tour from Fairbanks!

The Yukon Quest trail is a globally renowned dog sledding trail through some of the harshest and most beautiful winter conditions in the world, from Whitehorse, Canada to Fairbanks, Alaska. The 1000 mile long trail consists of routes historically used by prospectors, adventurers and business suppliers to get between the Klondike gold fields and those in interior Alaska. Whilst you are whisked along this part of the trail around Fairbanks by your dogsled team, cosily bundled in arctic gear and blankets, you will be truly immersing yourself in the history and culture of the North and experiencing Alaska like never before!

Your private dog sledding tour begins when you arrive at the Last Frontier Mushing Coop. base near Fairbanks, meet your guides, and are welcomed into their authentic Mongolian yurt to get equipped with the provided Arctic gear. Once you are comfortable and warm, it is time to greet the dogs – you will have the chance to meet every member of your dogsled team! Finally, you will board the sled, get cosy under the blankets, and let the mushing begin!

The Yukon Quest trail, right outside of Fairbanks, will take you along 8 miles of spruce lined tracks and over frozen ponds and streams – a real winter wonderland that is sure to take your breath away! Halfway through the tour the dog sled tour will take a pause for the dogs to rest and for you to stretch your legs and explore your exquisite surroundings. Back at the activity base, you will be able to reminisce about your spectacular dog sledding adventure in the comfort of the yurt for a memorable end to your private tour.

Book your private dog sledding tour near Fairbanks now for an unforgettable and authentic experience in the Alaskan wilderness!

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Practical information

Private dogsled tour along the Yukon Quest trail outside of Fairbanks, Alaska. In addition to the 45 minutes on the trail, the activity includes Arctic weather gear, the comfort of a warm Mongolian hut to begin and end the tour, and the chance to meet and bond with the sled dogs.


Course of events

-Meet guides at meeting point 15 minutes before tour start time

-Safety and activity briefing

-Get equipped with arctic gear

-Meet the dogsled team!

-Board the sled

-Begin the 45mn trail tour!

-Break for the canines and for photos

-Return to activity base

-Warm up in an authentic Mongolian yurt

-Debrief and de-equip

-End of activity

Activity requirements

Maximum per sled: 2 people

Maximum weight per sled: 400 lbs


Special terms

On your way to the meeting point, please use GRANGE HALL ROAD. Do not use Kauffman Lane, even if Google Maps or your GPS directs you there.

If you use any car service or taxi for transportation, you must have a pick-up time scheduled before drop-off.

Meeting point:
265 Gettinger Road, Fairbanks Alaska 99712
Spoken languages:English
Included
  • Arctic weather gear: parka, snow pants, boots, mittens, hats
  • Tour guide
Excluded
  • Bottled water
  • Neck protection (gator or scarf)
  • Transportation to meeting point
Do not forget to bring
  • Neck protection (gator or scarf)
  • Camera

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