Can children drive the husky sled?

Guests aged 13–16 cannot drive and must sit in the guide’s sled.

How many people share one sled?

One sled is shared by two adults and up to two children. Adults can change drivers halfway through the ride.

Where does pickup take place?

Pickup is from selected collective meeting points in the Rovaniemi area. The exact options are chosen during booking, and pickup begins about one hour before the tour.

Rovaniemi

Family Husky Adventure with 6–10 km Sled Ride

201 € / person

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Suitable For Children

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Husky adventures in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland

Pricing

Starting
201 € / adult
172 € / teenager aged 12–16
133 € / child aged 4–11
Infants aged 0–3 free of charge

Length

2.5 hours

Available

30th November – 3th April

Activity level

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Why choose this tour?

A 45-minute husky sled tour covering approximately 6–10 km
Designed for families and guests who prefer a shorter outdoor experience
Time to meet and photograph the huskies after the ride
Warm clothing, transfers and hot juice with cookies are included

This tour is a perfect way to enjoy the thrill of mushing a dog team with your family!

Meet dogs, learn how to drive your sled and then head of for a thrilling dash through the magical snowy forest. Afterwards there will be time to mingle with the dogs, have a snack with juice and cookies around the fire.

What to expect?

This tour is most suitable for families with small children or for people, who would not like to stay outdoors too long. There is always a chance to spend time with huskies after the safari, learn some interesting fact about sled dogs and make some nice photos for your memories to take back home. We serve hot berry juice after the husky safari to warm you up.

We will depart from Rovaniemi city center or Santa Claus Village pickup points and take a short drive to the husky kennels. Once there, you will hear interesting facts about the life of these arctic animals from the professional mushers and get to meet and pet the dogs. You will also enjoy cup of coffee/tea/hot chocolate or hot berry juice.

WHY CHOOSE THIS TOUR?

Family friendly and suitable for children
Enjoy the thrill of mushing huskies through the arctic nature

Tour info

PricingStarting
201 € / adult
172 € / teenager aged 12–16
133 € / child aged 4–11
Infants aged 0–3 free of charge

Length2.5 hours

StartStart times vary - please check booking calendar for your desired date!

Available30th November – 3th April

TeamOne sled is shared by two adults and up to two children.

Activity Level

What is included

Transfers from/to Rovaniemi
45 minute tour with a husky sled (max 2 adults and 2 children per sled)
Safety- and driving instructions
Hot juice and cookies
Warm clothing
Informative talk about huskies

Age limit? Infants aged 0–3 are welcome to join the tour. Guests aged 12–16 are considered teenagers and cannot drive their own sled; they will ride in the guide’s sled instead.

Sled arrangements

One sled is shared by two adults and up to two children. Adults may change drivers halfway. A single supplement reserves one sled for one adult.

Pickup

Pickup is available only from selected collective meeting points in the Rovaniemi area and starts approximately one hour before the tour. Transfers from Arctic SnowHotel, Apukka Resort, Vaattunki Wilderness Resort and Bear’s Lodge are available for an extra fee.

Clothing and conditions

The sled ride lasts around 45 minutes, so warm clothing is necessary. The route is 6–10 km depending on snow, weather and participants’ skills. Snow goggles are not included.

This tour is operated by a trusted partner.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the husky sled ride?

The sled tour lasts about 45 minutes and covers 6–10 km, depending on snow, weather and participants’ skills. The full experience lasts 2.5 hours.
Can children drive the husky sled?

Guests aged 13–16 cannot drive and must sit in the guide’s sled.
How many people share one sled?

One sled is shared by two adults and up to two children. Adults can change drivers halfway through the ride.
Where does pickup take place?

Pickup is from selected collective meeting points in the Rovaniemi area. The exact options are chosen during booking, and pickup begins about one hour before the tour.