Dogsled and Reindeer Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp
Overview
We work exclusively with local, passionate mushers who view their dog teams as their family, and you will have the chance to understand this incredible sport on your hourlong ride through the snowy forest. You will ride on a genuine dogsled, either seated or standing, as the team of 8 dogs swings through the forest with you and your guide at a comfortable but thrilling pace. You will also have the chance to see the dog kennels, and a replica of a dog-sled race checkpoint, where the competitive mushers stop for fuel and rest on their long winter races.
On your reindeer tour, our experienced reindeer handlers will introduce you to the herd of reindeer at Borealis Basecamp, and you can feed, meet, and take pictures with these incredible animals.
What's Included
- Lunch $20 voucher for lunch at Latitude 65! This covers the majority of our regular lunch menu. Reservations are not required!
- Snow Gear
Meeting and Pickup
We will pick you up from your desired pick up location between 9:30-10am on the day of your tour! Keep an eye out for our black sprinter vans! They have a 1' sticker on the side with our Borealis Basecamp logo on it. Please be ready for pick up by 9:15am!
What To Expect
We'll pick you up from your hotel in the morning. It's a 45 minute drive North on the world famous Elliott Highway to Borealis Basecamp. We are located in the heart of the Boreal Forest, with panoramic views of the valley.
Included in your trip is a 1-hour dogsledding tour & a 30-minute long reindeer meet and greet tour.
We work with local passionate mushers who view their dogs as their family, and you will have the chance to understand this incredible sport on your ride through the snowy forest.
On this 30 minute long tour you have the chance to meet our Alaskan born reindeer. They live at Basecamp all year, eating a diet of reindeer feed and natural treats. Your tour guide will show you how reindeer live in the Arctic year round and give you the opportunity to feed and take photos with them!
Lunch is held at Latitude 65, our on-site restaurant. The menu consists of hot and cold sandwiches, noodle dishes, and a rotating menu of features and fresh soups.
You may also enjoy some of our complimentary resort activities.
You depart from Borealis Basecamp at 4:30pm.
Please note that if we have insufficient snow to run the dogsleds, we will be using utv's as a replacement vehicle.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult guardian
- Please note that if we have insufficient snow to run the dogsleds, we will be using utv's as a replacement vehicle.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
- Lunch. $20 voucher for lunch at Latitude 65! This covers the majority of our regular lunch menu. Reservations are not required!.
- Snow Gear.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Dogsled and Reindeer Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dogsled and Reindeer Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch$20 voucher for lunch at Latitude 65! This covers the majority of our regular lunch menu. Reservations are not required!
- Snow Gear
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult guardian
- Please note that if we have insufficient snow to run the dogsleds, we will be using utv's as a replacement vehicle.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
