Do you fancy a trip to Alaska? Why not try dog sledding while you’re at it? While it’s been a long-forgotten practice in other places, Alaskans pride themselves on using sledding as a practical means of transportation, and tourists are welcome to join the fun. Don’t worry, the dogs enjoy the exercise.
Where do you start?
You will need to seek out a professional to try this experience. There’s no need to compete in dog sledding competitions to experience this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Sure, sledding is common in Alaska, but it’s not like you can just hail a random cab and expect it to be pulled by a pack of huskies. Winterdance Dogsled Tours offers fun activities everyone can enjoy. With your team of 8 to 16 dogs, you can be whisked away to the best places to see in Alaska.
Where will you go?
Trust the pros to take you somewhere good. A 5,000-acre private piece of land in Haliburton Lake serves as the main tour. It is the perfect place to marvel at the pristine wilderness and lake chains of Alaska. However, this view doesn’t last long as the dogs can get quite fast.
How long will it take?
The short answer is “as long as you want it to take.” The longer answer is the Winterdance Dogsled crew has several tours on offer to fit any schedule. From two-hour trips to full-day excursions, Winterdance also provides customizable trips, where guests can stay inside a lovely cottage. This retreat is located just a few steps away from the dog kennels.
Who does it fit?
Well, pretty much everyone. There are tours for various populations and age groups, and even for couples! The operations are located along Algonquin Provincial Park, just outside the Haliburton Highlands and only three hours from Toronto. The husband-and-wife team tours guests through a dreamy, winter landscape with the help of more than 100 Siberian Huskies. Sounds like a beautiful snowy dream.