Pet the Puppies & Summit Excursion
For all tourists! • All Ages • 4.5 Hours • Passport Required
About
Tiny paws, big dreams. This tour starts in historic Skagway, where your guide sets the scene of the Klondike Gold Rush and the sled dogs that made such a harsh journey possible. A great dog was worth its weight in gold, and training started young—in the arms of hopeful breeders who wondered, ""Could this be the dog that takes me all the way and back?""
You'll follow the Klondike Highway into the mountains to a remote sled dog camp, sharing the same route and timing as our Yukon Sled Dogs tour—but your experience centers on ""awww moments."" At camp, you'll meet Alaskan Husky puppies, cuddle them, learn about their pedigrees, and maybe hold a future race winner in your arms before heading back down the mountain.
Highlights
• Follow the historic Klondike route from Skagway into the mountains to a remote sled dog camp where future race dogs are raised • Spend unhurried time cuddling Alaskan Husky puppies and soaking up those ""awww"" moments while they practice being calm, social, and curious • Hear how a great sled dog was once worth its weight in gold and why early training in human arms still matters for today's canine athletes • Learn how modern mushers prepare teams for long-distance races like the Yukon Quest and Iditarod while you're surrounded by wagging tails • Enjoy scenic photo stops along the Klondike Highway so the journey feels as memorable as the time at camp • Perfect for families with young children
What's included
• Land tour via bus • Entry to the Tutshi Lake Sled Dog Camp • 45+ minutes of play time with puppies and sled dogs • Multiple photo stops along Klondike Highway: - Welcome to Alaska sign - White Pass Summit - Welcome to the Yukon sign (time permitting) • Pickup & drop off at cruise docks • We run on ship time and have never missed a departure, so you can focus on the view instead of the clock
What to bring
NO PASSPORT, NO TOUR, NO KIDDING! All tours travel to Canada and back. Passports or approved documentation are required. Please review our requirements at: https://skagway.tours/passport-requirements/
WEATHER NOTE Prepare for rain—we're in a rainforest! Climate changes once we cross into Canada. It's colder at the summit, but temperatures in B.C. and the Yukon can be much warmer. Wearing layers is smart.
WHAT TO WEAR • Layered clothing (rainforest meets alpine tundra!) • Waterproof jacket • Comfortable, closed-toe shoes • Camera
$$ Cash/card for optional snacks, souvenirs, and activities Bring $1 bills or quarters to buy musher-approved treats for the pups. They never get enough. Tips for great service are always welcome!
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