Godwin dog sled tours. A exciting Seward dog mushing tour and scenic Seward helicopter flight seeing trip to Godwin Glacier. Alaska dog mushing is part of Alaska's culture and Seward, Alaska is the historical start of the famous Iditarod Sled Dog Trail. While atop the glacier our dog mushing guides will share their unique personal accounts of dog mushing in Alaska's backcountry and answer your dog sledding questions.

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Want to see the mighty Kenai Lake from the air? Want to fly over Cooper Landing to scout out a great fishing spot? Care to experience the vastness of the Harding Icefield or the Pederson Glacier? We can do all that and much more. Call and tell us what youÕd like to see and we can make it happen.

Elsworth Glacier - This tour is the Holy Grail of Scenic flights! You will see a fair bit of ocean and all the beauty that the Fjords have to offer plus the rugged wilderness that makes Alaska pure and raw. We will start out by flying towards the Gulf of Alaska through Resurrection Bay. Watch for Whales! You will have chances of seeing Stellar Sea Lions, Harbor Seals, Sea Otters, Sea Birds, Mtn. Goats, Black Bear, and more! After rounding the corner of Cape Resurrection we will make our way down Day Harbor towards Elsworth Lake and Elsworth Glacier. After hooking up with the S. Fork Snow River watch for Dall Sheep along the 5,000 foot walls on either side of the helicopter. Finally after swinging past Tiehacker Mountain and Bear Lake we will set down safely at the Seward Airport. This is a 1 hour experience that includes 45 minutes of flying. Minimum of 2 guests.

Harding Icefield Tour - Take a journey over the spectacular Harding Icefield and Aialik Glacier on the way to Aialik Bay. Potential of seeing Calving Glaciers, Breeching Whales, Mountain Goats, Black Bears, All sorts of Sea Life, and unforgettable oceanic views from Resurrection bay. The Harding Icefield covers over 300 square miles alone and up to 1,100 square miles if you count the surface area of all 40 of the glaciers that it spawns. On the return flight you will fly over Aialik Glacier and Aialik Bay in some of the most beautiful areas that Alaska and the world has to offer! This is a 1 hour and 20 minute experience. Minimum of 2 guests.

Custom Scenic Flights - Is there something you would like to see that isn't listed? Call and find out how we can help you. The Seward Area offers so much to see that itÕs impossible for us to list everything here. We also offer helicopter charter options. Please note that for charter, there is a minimum of 1 hour and it is subject to schedule. Call for details.

Alaska dog mushing is part of Alaska's culture and Seward, Alaska is the historical start of the famous Iditarod Sled Dog Trail. While atop the glacier our dog mushing guides will share their unique personal accounts of dog mushing in Alaska's backcountry and answer your dog sledding questions.

When you're done dog mushing, some cute dog sled puppies will want some of your attention and petting. They love having their picture taken.

Included with your Seward dog sledding tour is a Godwin Glacier helicopter flight seeing trip. You'll enjoy the up-close views of the Chugach Mountain range and the pristine beauty of snow covered mountain tops, glacier-carved valleys, and a breathtaking view of Resurrection Bay. This unspoiled wilderness is also home to mountain goats, bears, moose and eagles that may be spotted along the way.

We have all the gear and equipment you'll need for your experience, you just need to bring your camera. This is a 1.5 hour experience that includes 15 minutes of flightseeing. It has a low activity leve ratingl, making it ideal for all ages.

Come, let us show you the Ultimate Adventure on the Kenai Peninsula!

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Overview
Tour Type: Dog Sledding Tour, Helicopter Flight Seeing
Difficulty: Easy
Comfort: Outside Tour Gear Is Provided
Prior Experience: None
2014 Tour Dates
Daily departures June 1 – August 31
Tour Rates
Adult / Child: $ CALL plus tax

**This tour maybe subject to a fuel surcharge, if cost of fuel continues to climb.

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