How long and how far is the husky ride?

The sled tour lasts approximately 90 minutes and covers 12–18 km. The exact distance depends on snow, weather and driving skills.

Can teenagers drive the husky sled?

No. Guests aged 13–16 must sit in the guide's sled and are not allowed to drive.

What happens after the husky safari?

You can spend time with the huskies, take photographs and learn about sled dogs before enjoying hot berry juice and cookies indoors.

Are transfers from Rovaniemi included?

Yes. Transfers from and to Rovaniemi are included, but several outlying resorts carry an additional transfer fee.

Rovaniemi

Wilderness Husky Adventure with 12–18 km Husky Ride

249 € / person

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Husky adventures in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland

Pricing

249 € / adult
207 € / teenager (12–16 years)
367 € / single-driving adult

Length

3 hours

Available

30th November – 3rd April

Activity level

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Why choose this tour?

Drive your own husky team on a 12–18 km wilderness route
A 90-minute husky sled tour away from the city
Time to meet and photograph the huskies after the ride
Safety instructions, warm clothing and transfers from Rovaniemi are included

This is a true Husky adventure taking you deep into Arctic Wilderness. You will be a musher of your own Husky team!

Get away from the city and enjoy the magical forests of the Lappish wilderness.

WHAT TO EXPECT?

The sound of panting huskies and snow underneath your sled is the perfect soundtrack for this adventure. During the tour you will drive your own team of dogs for about about 12–18 km. This tour is one of the best ways to experience the thrill of running a dog-team and beautiful Arctic nature.

There is always a chance to spend time with huskies after the tour, learn some interesting fact about sled dogs and make some nice photos for your memories to take back home. We have a nice warm place waiting for you after the safari to enjoy stories and hot berry juice with cookies.

Children must be at least 13 years old to be allowed to participate on this tour.

WHY CHOOSE THIS TOUR?

Best way to experience the thrill of running a dog-team and beautiful Arctic nature

What to expect?

After safety and driving instructions, you set out with a husky team on a route through the Lappish forest. The sled portion lasts approximately 90 minutes and covers 12–18 km, depending on snow, weather and your skills.

After the safari, there is time to meet the huskies, take photographs and learn about sled dogs. A warm indoor space awaits for hot berry juice, cookies and stories about the dogs.

Participants must be at least 13 years old. Guests aged 13–16 are treated as teenagers and must sit in the guide’s sled rather than drive their own team.

Tour info

Pricing249 € / adult
207 € / teenager (12–16 years)
367 € / single-driving adult

Length3 hours

Start09:00 & 11:30

Available30th November – 3rd April

TeamMaximum 8 sleds per tour. One sled can carry up to 2 adults and 2 children.

Activity Level

What is included

Transfers from/to Rovaniemi
90 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? Minimum age: 12 years. Guests aged 12–16 are not permitted to drive the sled and must ride in the guide’s sled.

The ride distance is 12–18 km depending on snow, weather and participant skills. Guests aged 13–16 are not allowed to drive and must sit in the guide’s sled.

Snow goggles are not included. Transfers from Arctic SnowHotel, Apukka Resort, Vaattunki Wilderness Resort and Bear’s Lodge cost an additional 12 € per person in each direction.

This tour is operated by a trusted partner.

Frequently asked questions

How long and how far is the husky ride?

The sled tour lasts approximately 90 minutes and covers 12–18 km. The exact distance depends on snow, weather and driving skills.
Can teenagers drive the husky sled?

No. Guests aged 13–16 must sit in the guide's sled and are not allowed to drive.
What happens after the husky safari?

You can spend time with the huskies, take photographs and learn about sled dogs before enjoying hot berry juice and cookies indoors.
Are transfers from Rovaniemi included?

Yes. Transfers from and to Rovaniemi are included, but several outlying resorts carry an additional transfer fee.