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 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!