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Skagway Scooters, Glacier Flights & Taiya Rafting

Skagway adventure tours & scooter excursions

Skagway's active shore excursions include the popular Skagway Scooters Gold Rush Adventure and electric scooter rentals exploring scenic Dyea Road, TEMSCO Air helicopter glacier landings over Sawtooth Ridge, and Taiya River raft floats along the Chilkoot Trail.

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What active scooter and wilderness shore excursions are available in Skagway?

Active excursions in Skagway include the Skagway Scooters Gold Rush Adventure and electric scooter rentals ($110–$150) exploring the coastal Dyea Road and Klondike trails, guided White Pass bicycle descents, Taiya River raft floats on the Chilkoot Trail ($145–$185), and alpine rock climbing. Scooter and active tours meet on 2nd Ave or near the cruise docks (5–10 min walk) and provide helmets, raingear, and orientation.

Active Excursion Rates$110–$150 Scooters • $145–$185 Raft/Hike • $439 Glacier Heli
Duration2.5 to 4 hours total
Skagway Staging2nd Avenue & Broadway (short 5–10 min walk from cruise docks)
Ship CushionGuaranteed on-time return well before ship all-aboard
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Active outdoor exploration in Skagway

Small-group adventure excursions offer an energetic alternative to crowded tour buses.

Skagway Scooters & rentals ($110–$150)

Ride easy-to-handle electric scooters along historic Broadway, coastal viewpoints, and Gold Rush trails out to Dyea Tidal Flats.

Sawtooth Ridge helicopter glacier flight ($439)

2 hours total. Fly high over jagged peaks and land on Chilkat Glacier for a guided ice walk. $439 per person flat rate.

Taiya River scenic raft float ($145–$185)

Hike a portion of the historic Chilkoot Trail and enjoy a gentle float down the Taiya River with eagle viewing.

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Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp & Salmon Bake
Adventures

Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp & Salmon Bake

$71 Per Person (Flat Rate)2 hours

2 Hours • All Ages

Skagway's Gold Rush Scooter Tour
Adventures

Skagway's Gold Rush Scooter Tour

$189 Per Person (Flat Rate)2 hours

2 Hours • Ages 18+ to drive (valid driver's license required) • Guided Skagway & Dyea scooter tour on Honda Ruckus

Glacier Discovery By Helicopter
Air Tours

Glacier Discovery By Helicopter

$439 Per Person (Flat Rate)2 hours

$439 Per Person (Flat Rate) | 2 Hours | All Ages | Glacier Landing & Guided Walk

Glacier Dogsledding Demonstration by Helicopter
Air Tours

Glacier Dogsledding Demonstration by Helicopter

$599 Per Person (Flat Rate)2 hours

$599 Per Person (Flat Rate) | 2 Hours | All Ages | Glacier Dog Sledding Demonstration (No Sled Riding)

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How do Skagway scooter tours work for cruise ship passengers?+

Skagway Scooters departs from 2nd Avenue, just a 5 to 10-minute walk from the cruise ship docks. Guided Gold Rush tours and 3 to 5-hour electric rentals allow you to explore Dyea and coastal viewpoints on your own schedule.

Do I need a motorcycle or driver's license for Skagway scooters?+

A standard valid automobile driver's license is required. Comprehensive safety briefings and helmets are included.

Will active adventure tours return in time for my cruise ship?+

Yes. All tours run 2.5 to 4 hours and finish with a mandatory 60+ minute safety cushion prior to your ship's all-aboard.

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