Guided Husky Sleigh Ride in Rovaniemi

Discover an ancient Arctic tradition and spend an incredible moment surrounded by cute, energetic, and extremely well-trained dogs on this amazing guided husky sleigh ride in Rovaniemi! Dog sledding was once a practical mode of transportation in the snowy, frozen landscapes of the Nordic countries. Although it is still practiced by native peoples around the Arctic, this activity has evolved into an entertaining and mesmerizing experience for visitors to the area, offering expert guidance to explore its landscapes. Now, Rovaniemi is the capital of Finland's Lapland region, a winter wonderland for around half the year, and the "official" hometown for Santa Claus. Surrounded by incredible Arctic countryside on all sides, this city is perfect for practicing diverse winter activities such as snowmobiling, Northern Lights chases, and, of course, dog sledding.

On the day of your guided husky sleigh ride in Rovaniemi, you'll need to arrive at the meeting point in the Rovaniemi Insider headquarters, in the center of the city. There, you'll meet your expert instructor, who will introduce themselves, distribute warm clothing if necessary, and give you a quick but thorough safety and itinerary briefing so you are prepared for the day. Lastly, they will lead you to the husky kennel so the adventure can start!

This 3-hour dog sledding adventure in Rovaniemi will begin as you enter the husky farm and spend a moment getting to know them, petting them, and taking as many pictures as you want. Once you're ready, your expert musher (sleigh driver) will pick the best dogs for the day and prepare the sleigh for you to ride. And once you, your instructor, and the huskies are ready, you'll set off! You'll ride at full speed over the Finnish Lapland landscapes, learning about life in the Arctic and the fauna and flora you can encounter in the region. After this incredibly fun husky sleigh ride around Rovaniemi, you'll have time to sit, debrief with your instructor, and warm up with a delicious hot drink before returning to the original meeting point for the end of the experience.

Keep in mind that this guided husky sleigh ride in Rovaniemi will take place in the snowy and frozen Finnish outdoors, so you should remember to bring warm winter clothing, including thermal or wool underlayers, wind and waterproof outerwear, a hat, a scarf, gloves, snow boots or practical winter shoes, and anything else you might need (medication, snacks, etc.) to stay safe and fully enjoy this amazing experience!

Don't miss out on an authentic, signature experience in the Arctic with adorable dogs and an expert who will keep you safe at all times. Book your guided husky sleigh ride in Rovaniemi today!