Family Self-Drive Dog Sledding Excursion in Rovaniemi
Enjoy the thrill of driving your own team of huskies through the magical snowy forest of Rovaniemi with your family!
Practical information
Discover a wonderful adventure in the wild landscapes of Finnish Lapland on this 3 to 4-hour self-drive dog sledding excursion from Rovaniemi! Enjoy:
- 6 to 10 kilometres (approx. 45 minutes) of dog sledding
- Spending time with the huskies
- Convenient pick-up options
Course of events
You should plan to spend around 3 to 4 hours on this activity:
- Pick-up at one of the set meeting points (check special terms) 60 to 15 minutes before departure, or arrival at the main meeting point on your own
- Meet your instructor and the huskies
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Winter gear distribution
- Sled set-up and driving instructions
- The self-drive dog sledding adventure begins!
- Ride for approximately 45 minutes (6-10km), switching drivers midway
- Return to the kennel
- Learn about the huskies and their lives
- Enjoy hot drinks and snacks around a campfire
- Equipment return
- Return to the pick-up point and end of the excursion,
Activity requirements
Sled drivers should be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your departure time as indicated in the itinerary.
Special terms
Please be advised that there is a booking option for 1 adult on 1 dog sled at an additional fee or one dog sled shared by 2 adults with the pricing per person. In addition, with an adult driving, there is a maximum of 3 children per dog sled if they are small or 2 if they are older.
Pick-up is available from the following locations. Please specify when booking:
- Arctic Treehouse Hotel reception
- Hostel Cafe Koti lobby
- K-Market Sinettä
- Santasport
- Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (Tähtikuja 3)
- Arctic SnowHotel
This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity depend on weather conditions. Due to unforeseen meteorological occurrences, your itinerary might be shorter or take a different path than usual for your safety.
Spoken languages:
EnglishIncluded
- Expert instructor
- Transfer from listed locations
- Self-drive dog sled ride
- Thermal overalls
- Scarf
- Woollen socks
- Winter boots with thermal liner
- Hat
- Mittens
- Hot drinks
- Snacks
- Restroom on-site
Excluded
- Full meal
- Personal expenses
Do not forget to bring
- Warm layers of clothing
- Snow boots or comfortable winter shoes
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf
- Snacks
- Camera or smartphone
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Rovaniemi is the capital and largest city of Lapland, known for its unique location and vibrant cultural scene. Situated close to the Arctic Circle, the region features Arctic winters and is surrounded by pristine wilderness, including forests, lakes, and rivers. Dog sledding is a popular activity for discovering the magic of Lapland!
The adventure begins at the husky kennel in Rovaniemi (pick-up is available from specific locations upon booking, please check special terms). You will meet your experienced guide, who will introduce you to the adorable and friendly huskies. The guide will then give you a safety briefing and mushing lesson, before setting up the sled. Each sled can hold 2 adults and a maximum of 2 children. In addition, there is also an option for 1 adult per dog sled, at an additional fee. The sled will be driven by an adult, with the opportunity to switch drivers midway if you wish. A team of 4-6 huskies will pull your sled and once the team is set up, the adventure begins!
Under the instruction of the guide, you will set off into the snowy forest surrounding the kennels. The dogs will pull you on a thrilling dash while you discover the winter wonderland that is Finnish Lapland. You will experience the natural beauty and enchantment of the Arctic environment. This dog sled ride around Rovaniemi will last approximately 45 minutes (6-10km), so it is perfect for families with small children who don't want to be in the cold outdoors for too long.
After the ride, you will return to the kennels. There will be time to interact with the dogs. Hot berry juice and cookies will be served around a warm campfire, while your guide shares stories and insights about life in the region. When you've warmed up, you will say goodbye to your furry friends and return to your original pickup point for the end of your self-drive dog sledding excursion from Rovaniemi!
This self-drive husky safari in Rovaniemi is an amazing opportunity to discover Lapland's unique wilderness in an enjoyable way for the whole family. Book your next unforgettable adventure in Rovaniemi now!
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