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Dog Camp Activity and Pan for Gold from Skagway

About this experience

Start in town or at your ship on this 4.5 hour adventure. Board our 15 to 25 passenger mini coach to explore the White Pass elevation 3292 feet all the way to the Yukon. With stops to get out and see amazing Waterfalls up to 3000 feet tall, Azure Glaciers, Alpine Valleys, Snow Capped Mountains and huge Mountain Lakes. Your Guide will tell you gold rush stories, lots of history, and information about the Plants and animals in this wild and beautiful land. This is your best chance for wild life viewing in Skagway. The Sled Dog Adventure takes place in a remote portion of Canada. Play with the puppies while learning what a mushers life is all about.  On this 20 minute ride you will be amazed by the dogs power, grace and love for running as you fly up and down through this alpine wilderness. Enjoy the experience of panning for REAL gold and the thrill of finding those little shiny gold pieces.

This tour requires entering Canada so PASSPORTS are required!

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr 30 min

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Yukon Dogs and Gold
Duration: 4 hours: This tour begins and ends in Skagway. Guests will be met at the dock near their ship.
Snacks and beverages welcome.: Snacks and beverages are welcome on the bus.
Bus: Small bus seats 14 to 25 passengers.
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr 30 min
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 4 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

What is included

  • Breathtaking views
  • Good time for all
  • Local guide
  • Admission fee
  • Clean well maintained mini bus
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • No food or drinks are included in the tour. You are welcome to bring snacks or non alcoholic beverages with you on the bus. There are some snacks available for purchase at the dog camp.

Itinerary and highlights

This truly authentic experience starts at your ship. Board our 14 to 25 passenger mini coach on this 4.5 hour adventure traveling 45 miles into Canada. Explore the White Pass, elevation 3292 feet, as well as stops to get out and see amazing waterfalls up to 3000 feet tall, azure glaciers, alpine valleys, snow capped mountains and huge mountain lakes. Your guide will tell you gold rush stories, lots of history, and information about the plants and animals in this wild and beautiful land. This is your best chance for wild life viewing in Skagway. The Dog Camp Adventure takes place in a remote portion of Canada. Play with the puppies while learning what a mushers life is all about. On the 20 minute/1.3 mile ride you will be amazed by the dogs power, grace and love for running as you fly up and down through this alpine wilderness aboard a wheeled vehicle used for training the dogs. Enjoy the experience of panning for REAL gold and the thrill of finding those little shiny gold pieces.

There are 3 restroom stops along the way as well as at the dog camp. Snacks may be purchased at the dog camp store.

This tour requires entering Canada so PASSPORTS are required!

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL TOURS LEAVING SKAGWAY. Thank you for joining Klondike Tours for your adventure in Skagway, Alaska! Skagway has multiple docks in operation. We will pick up guests at the docks in our tour busses. Please look for the bus marked Klondike Tours, or our representative who will have a sign saying the same at each dock. Please remember your PASSPORTS. There are three steps into the bus. There are no lifts. You will be briefed on cart safety at dog camp. The ground is frequently gravel and uneven. Please wear sturdy shoes. Seat belts are included on the bus.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Klondike Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At time of booking passengers must provide your ship name so we know which dock to pick you up.
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Vehicles are collapsible wheelchair accessible, passengers must navigate three steps with hand rails on all bus, however the driver is unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr 30 min.
What are the pickup arrangements?
PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL TOURS LEAVING SKAGWAY.

Thank you for joining Klondike Tours for your adventure in Skagway, Alaska!

Skagway has multiple docks in operation. We will pick up guests at the docks in our tour busses. Please look for the bus marked Klondike Tours, or our representative who will have a sign saying the same at each dock. Please remember your PASSPORTS. There are three steps into the bus. There are no lifts. You will be briefed on cart safety at dog camp. The ground is frequently gravel and uneven. Please wear sturdy shoes. Seat belts are included on the bus.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–6; Youth tickets: age 7–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Vehicles are collapsible wheelchair accessible, passengers must navigate three steps with hand rails on all bus, however the driver is unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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