Beginner Self-drive Dog Sledding Safari in Saariselkä

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Spoken languages: Finnish, English
Cancellation policy: moderate More info

Activity description

Experience the thrill of traversing Finnish Lapland's snowy wilderness and driving a team of energetic dogs on this 2-hour dog sledding safari in Saariselkä! Welcoming adventurers of all ages.

Located in Northern Finland, Saariselkä is world-renowned for its incredible Arctic wilderness as well as being a popular destination for outdoor winter activities. What better way to immerse yourself in the winter wonderland of Finnish Lapland than by leading a team of huskies through the winter landscapes?

Your adventure begins at one of the listed meeting points in Saariselkä (please specify when booking). After a scenic drive, you'll be greeted by your expert guide/musher. Then, you and your group (a maximum of 16 participants) will put on your winter gear, including thermal overalls, winter boots, wool socks, a hat, a scarf, and gloves. Once you've recieve a safety briefing, along with an introduction to do sledding and dog sledding techniques, you'll meet the huskies and the fun starts! 

You'll set out at high speeds, led by your team of energetic dogs, through snow-covered forests and hills, experiencing a rush of adrenaline in the cold Arctic air. Halfway through the 5 km (3 miles) tour, you'll stop for a break and will switch drivers. Upon your return to the base, you'll be taken on a kennel tour and meet more of the adorable huskies. In addition, your guide will share fascinating facts and insights into their daily lives. Next, you'll be treated to a hot drink, the perfect way to warm up after your time in the Arctic wilderness! You'll head back to Saariselkä with lifelong memories. 

For an experience of a lifetime in Finnish Lapland, don't miss this beginner, self-drive, dog sledding safari in Saariselkä. Book your next adventure in Finland today! 

Offer Description

Pick-up is offered at the following locations or participants can choose to meet onsite at the Safartica Office, please specify when booking: 

- Star Arctic Hotel
- Top Star Finland
- Aurora Collection Resort
- Northern Lights Village
- Hotel Laanihovi

Course of events

* Participants can choose between transfers from listed locations or meeting onsite at the Safartica Saariselkä office (please specify when booking)

- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the departure time

- Pick-up

- Meet your experienced guide

- Put on your gear (thermal overalls, boots, wool socks, hat, scarf, gloves, and helmet)

- Safety briefing and introduction to dog sledding

- The adventure begins! 

- Break and switch drivers

- Return to the base

- Kennel Tour

- Hot drinks

- Return to the original departure point in Saariselkä

Activity requirements

Please note that a minimum number of 2 participants (2 adults) is required in order to run this activity. 

In addition, this excursion features 2-participants per husky team, one adult as a driver and one adult as a passenger. Midway through the tour, adults can change drivers. Children up to 12 years are always seated as passengers in the sleigh.

Included
  • Guide
  • Transfer from listed locations
  • Thermal overalls
  • Boots
  • Wool socks
  • Scarf
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Helmet
  • Hot drinks
Excluded
  • Transfer from unlisted locations
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
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Meeting point
Pick-up is offered at several listed locations or meet at the Safartica Office Saariselkä, Lutontie 16, Saariselkä, 99830, Lappi, Finland Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 10 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
10 days
Cancellation between 4 and 10 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
4 days
Cancellation 4 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

Reviews

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  • 4.3 / 5

Very funny activity with wonderful dogs. More time to give us some informations about these dogs and their life, the story of sledding and the training for races should be advisable.

  • 3 / 5

The activity in itself was a fantastic experience!

  • 4.3 / 5

On a adorée c est sans doute la meilleure activité de toutes a mon goût .

  • 5 / 5

An unforgettable experience. Everything was just appropriate for a Beginning Self-Drive Husky Sledding. Great and funny tutor and a fantastic and friendly guide with beautiful and strong Huskies. Maybe the best activity we've had in Lapland.

  • 5 / 5

The sledding with the huskies was great. Wonderful course through the woods. I wish it would have been longer.

  • 3.8 / 5

Beautiful, an amazing experience which allow you to be in nature at 360 degrees. Beautiful and super cuddly huskyes

  • 5 / 5

splendid

  • 5 / 5

This was a fantastic activity. The sledging with the huskies was fabulous! Great location and great staff. Suitable for all to have s go at driving your own sled. Great course through the woods and open ground.