My dog sledding experience with Alaskan Husky Adventures was without a doubt, one of the most…read moreunforgettable experiences of my life. From the moment we arrived, it was clear we were in the hands of true professionals. Our mushers, Jaren and Dane, were incredibly experienced, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They didn't just guide us - they educated us, patiently answering every single one of my (many!) questions with enthusiasm and depth. You can tell they truly love sharing this world with others. What stood out just as much as the scenery was the care and devotion shown to the dogs. Every single Alaskan Husky is clearly loved, respected, and exceptionally well cared for. It's obvious the entire team is deeply invested in the health, happiness, and wellbeing of these amazing animals, which made the experience feel even more special and authentic. And then there's the ride itself - absolutely breathtaking. The weather couldn't have been more perfect, and the trail felt like something out of a dream. We glided through endless stretches of pristine white snow, surrounded by pines trees, with the crisp Alaskan air filling our lungs. At one point, we were even treated to a clear view of Denali in the distance. This wasn't just a tour, it was a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that completely exceeded my expectations. I would recommend Alaskan Husky Adventures to anyone looking for something truly extraordinary.

If you're a solo female traveler, you may want to read this…read more I booked this tour after a warm phone call with Liz and drove over an hour to get there on February 15, 2026. The dogs were great and the trail was scenic, but my interaction with owner Matthew Failor detracted from the experience. At check-in, the waiver asked for my full address. When I hesitated and asked why, his response was essentially that I needed to fill it out or I wouldn't be allowed to go out on the sled. Only afterward did he vaguely mention insurance. Being given that kind of ultimatum in front of other guests felt coercive rather than respectful. After the run, he asked if I had fun and stayed warm. I answered simply and briefly. He then commented that I was "a woman of very few words," which came across as dismissive. He then asked where I live, despite my earlier hesitation about sharing personal information. As a woman traveling alone who had already shown discomfort about privacy, that felt intrusive and tone-deaf. The actual sled run was also noticeably shorter than expected, which made the overall experience feel less worth the cost. Liz later called, listened to my concerns, and processed a refund, which I appreciated. I'm sharing this so other women traveling alone can make an informed decision. While the dogs and trail were enjoyable, my interaction with Matthew made the overall experience uncomfortable and not worth repeating.

We just returned from our first trip to Alaska, and we had the most amazing experience! Alaska…read moreAdventure Unlimited was certainly the way to go. Our excursions were exciting, our accommodations were superb, and, most importantly, our tour guide, Carly, made the entire trip truly unforgettable. There were daily opportunities to tailor the trip to our interests and energy levels. After each excursion, I remember thinking, "It can't get any better than this." And yet, somehow, it did! We went glacier hiking at Matanuska Glacier, landed on a glacier almost at the peak of Denali from Talkeetna, and took a riverboat to the Knik Glacier. We also rode ATVs, hiked in Hatcher Pass and Denali National Park, and took the glass-domed train to Seward and back. Every day brought a new adventure, and each experience was better than the last. Carly, our guide, took a group of thirteen travelers who had never met before and somehow made us feel like family by the end of the trip. Her love for her home state of Alaska, along with her energy, kindness, and thoughtfulness, had a way of making each of us feel special. She personally knew many of our guides for the daily excursions, and even they said she was the best! Carly's knowledge and experience made a huge difference throughout the trip. Her advice about the best times to visit towns, parks, and other popular destinations helped us navigate areas that would otherwise have been heavily congested with tourists. She shared her knowledge of Alaska's mountains, wildlife, and history in the way only a true storyteller can. Her stories brought everything we saw to life and made the experience so much more meaningful. By the end of the trip, our entire group was genuinely sad to say goodbye to Carly. She was so much more than a tour guide--she became an important part of what made this trip so special. We also had lakefront accommodations at two of the hotels where we stayed, which provided a beautiful and relaxing way to end many of our evenings. I highly recommend Alaska Adventure Unlimited and would absolutely book with them again. And if you do book a trip, I hope you are lucky enough to have Carly as your guide. She is truly one of a kind!

We recently went on a family vacation with this company, and it exceeded our expectations. Rod was…read moreour tour guide, and he was a native Alaskan who had the smooth voice of Vin Scully. He used to teach history and science, and he was a treasure trove of knowledge. We went around all our activities and accommodations in a comfortable executive coach which provided endless drinks and thoughtful touches like snacks, bug spray, hand sanitizer, toilet covers! The hotels were suitable and the B&B near Palmer had the best views - as did the Lakeview Inn. The one thing I would recommend is advising us to eat locally and telling us exactly what time to make dinner reservations in advance (where / what time). It was impossible to get a cab in Seward.... We loved all the activities we picked - ATV, glaciers 4 ways (airplane, hiking on it, boating to it, ocean cruise), cultural tours, kayaking, fishing, gold panning, Denali hiking, train etc - it was endless animal sightings, whale watching and learning galore! I would highly recommend for any curious travelers who don't like just taking pictures of pretty places. We are looking forward to our last day of salmon fishing! Please book with these kind folks.

Our cruise ship arrived in Whittier and our driver, Phil, showed up with a sign with my name on it…read morewell ahead of schedule. I'll spare you the details, except to say there is a one-way tunnel with a schedule for when you can drive through it, and Phil managed it perfectly by showing up more than an hour early. We paid for a private 9-hour tour, which was convenient because the van securely held our luggage the entire time until we eventually got to the Anchorage airport. Phil customized the tour based on our preferences, so we were able to do some excellent hikes and got to see some bears, moose, elk, and others at a wildlife sanctuary. Phil is a good historian and had plenty to say as he drove us around and accompanied us on our adventures.

Great experience. We did the Matanuska Glacier hike. Van ride was easy and comfortable. The…read moreexperience at the glacier is top notch. And the lunch is at an actual restaurant where you order off the regular menu--and the food was delicious! Our guide Tim was spectacular. Knowledgeable. Friendly. Prepared. Clear and communicative. Book with this company. I know I will if I come back and I will personally recommend them to any friends headed to Anchorage.

My wife and I had an amazing trip thanks to Alaska Outdoors. We did the Glaciers Mountains Fjords…read moreTour. Our guide Mark went out of his way to make sure everything was well taken care of - he was very experienced and knowledgable about all of the locations we visited. We really enjoyed the format - typically a day of travel broken up with stops for short hikes or interesting sights along the way. We setup tents and Mark cooked dinner for everyone. Camping was a blast and it was great spending as much time outdoors as possible. The second day at a location is a day trip of some kind. There are several options to choose from, our group was pretty small (6 people) and we all wanted to do the same things so pretty much stuck together most of the time. Walking out on the glaciers at Wrangell St. Elias and sea kayaking in Valdez were the highlights of the trip - would definitely recommend doing those. We also had the opportunity to tour the Kennicott mine and the nearby town of McCarthy which we enjoyed as well. The scenery on this trip was just amazing, we were constantly in awe of the beauty and peacefulness of the areas we visited. We'd highly recommend taking this trip with Alaska Outdoors - they've perfected the itinerary and know all the best places to go!

A high quality outfit that delivers great service. I've done two trips with them, and both were…read morefantastic.

Loved visiting this beautiful Property and learning all…read moreabout raising sled dogs and all the prep and training for the Iditarod race. The property is beautiful. We had a fun short ride being pulled by the dogs and got to see the puppies too! We were in a small group and lunch was also arranged at the property which was delicious.

We went on a summer day - actually during a heat wave!…read more Vern the owner came out and greeted us and welcomed us into his cool garage converted lecture / teaching room. They had cool refreshments and snacks for us as well ! Since the day would be hot and Vern did not want to stress the dogs, he took us on the dog pull in his 4 wheel ATV which was a blast. The dogs loved to pull and pull - so much that the brakes on the ATV wore out. The dogs used the same voice commands as the Denali dog sled tour. Ha and Gi were the commands used in common. We went into the forest thru mud holes, water puddles, and very rough terrain which the dogs loved. Ironically, it was hotter in Alaska than Los Angeles by 15 degrees at the same time! It was so warm that all the mosquitos hatched and came out to attack. The Iditarod sled dogs don't seem to be bothered by them though. After we returned, Vern did his lecture on how an Iditarod team is built, planned, and executed. We learned quite a lot to be a competitor in a very grueling contest!

I'm not sure I can adequately describe this experience. We may not have done it because it cost…read more about the same as our r/t airline tickets from Florida but one in our party said....."we have to do this"...ok. I can say I am VERY glad we did, it is well run-safety always an issue with helicopters and winds, white outs and such. Once in the air and feeling the winds move us around between tight snow capped cliffs; I felt some anxiety. Where we left from (headquarters) was chilly but no snow, where we landed in 18" of new snow from over night...hello. It was like a different world, kind of in a basin with snow capped mountains all around..beautiful! The dogs are leashed to their dog houses and were very excited we had come to allow them to run! Our driver was Dallas Seadey the winner of this years Iditarod as well as 5 other times! How cool is that? He granddad was in the first race ever so it's in his blood. Dallas was so friendly, down to earth and a treasure of information. He and the dogs are in sync. It was cold, believe me, but I wouldn't have missed this for anything!

Fantastic. Bucket-list kind of thing. Took my two adult sons out for a 4 hour trip, and wish it…read morecould have been longer. I will admit to some trepidation as I am not in the best of shape (think too "round" and too used to sitting), but it worked out great! A perfect mixture of the fun of driving ATVs in the wilderness with stops to explore nature and learn the natural history of this special place. Started with Oliver picking is up at the hotel in Anchorage. In a brand new and spacious van. He is prompt, smart, and very engaging. A delightful conversationalist for the 40 min drive to the launch point. We were then provided excellent, new, or seemingly new equipment (gloves, gators, helmets, and ATVs) and then given a safety briefing, and operations review of the equipment. And we were off... A wonderful morning of trails through woods, through stream beds, up to glacial lakes. We saw bald eagles, 1 moose, some sheep, and felt like we were in a truly special place. The guides were careful to make sure we had a fabulous (and safe) time. On the way back, we came to the aid of a stranded Alaskan who had lost a belt on their ATV, and we brought him back out. It's difficult to imagine a better morning introduction to Alaska. Would recommend it to anyone...no, no everyone!

We really had an amazing day. Everything was top notch and overall perfect experience. Our tour…read moreguides Ian and Brady were the best. Where to begin. First we have done ATV in Mexico and in Hawaii on some amazing backdrops. This by far was the best. The machines were perfect and so was the equipment. They had great gear that kept a lot of the mud, dust and water out. It can't be avoided completely but they do everything in their power. I was hesitant about having to wear a helmet but have to say it is a must. As you fly through the trails at catch an errant tree limb this takes it like a champ. We loved getting to the glacier and then getting the option to polar plunge in the glacier. They made it easy and encouraged it. The food and snacks exceeded our expectations and we had the perfect amounts of stops. We saw 3 moose and two of the three were a mother/baby pair. So cute for sure. We saw eagles fly over head too. This was just amazing and the staff made us feel a part of their family. The sand dunes were a blast in these machines. So many good things to say.

This tour was amazing. Our guides Ian and Brady were super cool and the scenery was beautiful…read more The ride to the glacier was beautiful and we had a couple stops along the way, one of which was a snack break. When we got to the glacier we decided to take a plunge in the water with Ian. It was FREEZING, but it was an awesome experience. After the plunge we had a nice warm lunch which was really good. The drive back was even more fun than the drive there, we found some puddles, mud, and sand dunes to drive through. With our guide's advice we stayed safe and had fun so I would highly recommend this tour.