5 km Self-Drive Dog Sledding Excursion from Levi

Sign up to try one of the most iconic activities available in the Arctic and get to know the beautiful, snowy landscapes of Finnish Lapland on this 5 km self-drive dog sledding excursion from Levi! Traditionally used as a practical mode of transportation on the snow, mushing, which is the traditional name for dog sledding, involves directing a team of well-trained dogs (usually huskies) and letting them drive you at full speed over diverse Arctic landscapes. Levi, located in western Finnish Lapland and known for its wonderful ski resort, is a great place to experience this amazing activity, thanks to the large expanse of Arctic wilderness that surrounds the village and the various dog kennels that make the place their home.

On the day of your self-drive dog sledding excursion from Levi, you'll have the option to be picked up in certain spots around the village or you'll need to arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before the starting time of the experience. At the Safartica Levi headquarters, you'll meet your expert instructor, who will give you a thorough safety briefing and distribute the high-quality equipment you'll use throughout the experience, which will include a thermal suit, snow boots, gloves, a scarf, woollen socks, and a beanie. You'll have some time to gear up, and once you're ready, it's time to go!

Your instructor will drive you over to the dog kennel and introduce you to the huskies. They'll teach you exactly how to drive a dog sled, and how to handle the husky team. Once you're prepared, the real adventure will start! You'll experience the thrill of riding over 5 kilometres of the breathtaking landscapes of Finnish Lapland, led by adorable, well-trained huskies. Midway thorugh the excursion, drivers and passengers can change places, and when you return to the kennel, you'll get to spend a few moments with the dogs and learn about their life and training there.

Keep in mind that, although your instructor will lend you good-quality winter equipment, you should also come prepared with thermal layers and even a good windproof and waterproof jacket to wear under the suit if it's very cold outside. You should also bring a hat, a scarf, warm winter shoes, and anything else you might need (medication, extra snacks) to spend 2 hours on this amazing 5 km dog sledding excursion from Levi!

Immerse yourself in the stunning snowy landscapes of Finnish Lapland and learn a signature Arctic skill with adorable, well-trained huskies. Book your 5 km self-drive dog sledding excursion from Levi today!