Discover the thrill of dog mushing in Alaska with Southeast Tours in Skagway. Meet sled dogs, ride a sled, and take in breathtaking winter scenery on this immersive tour you'll never forget.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be able to stand for extended periods and handle cold weather comfortably.
Wildlife
History
Skagway was a bustling gold rush town in the late 1800s, and sled dogs played a vital role in transportation and supply routes through the harsh winter landscape.
Conservation
Southeast Tours emphasizes sustainable tourism, ensuring sled dog training remains environmentally friendly and supporting local wildlife preservation efforts.
Southeast Tours
Discover the thrill of dog mushing in Alaska with Southeast Tours in Skagway. Meet sled dogs, ride a sled, and take in breathtaking winter scenery on this immersive tour you'll never forget.
Southeast Tours operates guided excursions between Skagway and the Yukon Territory, offering a range of half-day and full-day sightseeing experiences. The company’s offerings include the Yukon Suspension Bridge & Summit Tour (a 3.5-hour outing that ascends White Pass and features views of mountains, waterfalls, glaciers, and Boreal Forest — passports required), the Skagway City and Mountain Summit Tour (2–2.5 hours combining local history with the White Pass summit along the Klondike Gold Rush Trail), and the Scenic Waterfall Tour (a scenic bus route along the Klondike Highway with stops at Reid Falls and Bridal Veil Falls and informative commentary).
Southeast Tours also operates the Yukon Discovery Tour, a 6.5-hour exploration that visits Emerald Lake and includes lunch at a dog mushing training camp, and the Yukon Dog Sledding and Sightseeing Tour, a 6.5-hour trip featuring a 30-minute dog mushing experience with a professional Iditarod musher.
The business focuses on delivering clear tour descriptions, set durations, and specific highlights so travelers can select the right experience. Several tours cross the Canada–U.S. border via the Klondike Highway, and the company notes when passports are required. By offering both shorter city-and-summit options and longer Yukon discovery and dog-sledding excursions, Southeast Tours presents reliable choices for visitors seeking scenic viewpoints, historic routes, and direct encounters with dog mushing operations in the region.
Tours Offered
5
Five distinct excursions available
Longest Tour
6.5 hours
Full-day Yukon experiences
Dog Mushing
30 min
30-minute Iditarod musher session
Scenic Highlights
Waterfalls & Glaciers
Reid Falls, Bridal Veil, Emerald Lake
Select a suspension bridge, summit, waterfall, discovery, or dog-sledding tour and secure a spot — passports required on select itineraries.
Dress in winter layers
Wear moisture-wicking thermal base layers, insulated outerwear, hat, gloves, and waterproof boots to stay comfortable in cold conditions.
Arrive early
Be prepared to check in 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to ensure a smooth start.
Bring a camera with extra batteries
Cold weather can drain batteries quickly, so pack spares to capture scenic views and candid moments with the dogs.
Stay flexible with weather conditions
Temperatures and snow levels vary, so be prepared for possible delays or adjustments due to weather.
Thermal base layers
Keep warm during the outdoor portions of the tour by insulating your body from cold temperatures.
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Waterproof gloves
Protect your hands from frostbite and stay able to interact with the dogs comfortably.
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Insulated waterproof boots
Ensure dry and warm feet to prevent discomfort on snow and ice.
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Sunglasses or goggles
Shield your eyes from bright snow glare on sunny days.
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