Northern Lights Dog Sledding Safari from Kirkenes
Take in the majesty of the Northern Lights while experiencing the thrill of dog sledding on this unique 2-hour safari from Kirkenes!
Practical information
Enjoy 2 of the Arctic's most iconic experiences as you ride at full speed over the landscapes of northern Norway, led by a pack of well-trained, adorable guides on this 2-hour Northern Lights dog sledding safari from Kirkenes!
Course of events
You should plan to spend around 2 hours on this activity:
- If you are already at the Kirkenes Snowhotel, please meet your instructor at 21:15 in the reception area. If not, you'll be picked up from the Thon or Scandic Hotels in Kirkenes at 21:00 (please specify when booking)
- 10-15 minute drive to the Snowhotel
- Equipment distribution and preparation (thermal overalls and boots)
- Meet your experienced musher
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Meet the Huskies!
- Start of your 1-hour (10-kilometer) Northern Lights dog sledding excursion from Kirkenes
- Make several stops to watch the Northern Lights
- Return to the Snowhotel
- Equipment return
- 23:00 (approximately) - Return to the original departure point in Kirkenes and end of the activity
Activity requirements
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
As indicated in the itinerary, you will have three pickup options for this activity: the Thon or Scandic Hotel in Kirkenes, 15 minutes before your departure time, or you can arrive directly at the Snowhotel at the scheduled departure time. Please specify which option is most convenient for you when making your reservation.
Since the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed.
Please note that the total time spent dog sledding is 1 hour.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity depend on weather conditions. If the cancellation is due to weather conditions, the instructor will try to reschedule the activity. If this is not possible, a full refund will be given.
Spoken languages:
Norwegian, EnglishIncluded
- Expert musher
- Dog sled with well-trained huskies
- Transfer from Thon or Scandic Hotels
- Thermal overalls
- Boots
- Mittens
- Balaclava
Excluded
- Transfer from unlisted meeting point
- Personal expenses
- Food or drinks
Do not forget to bring
- Warm winter clothing (Thermal layers, wind and waterproof outerwear)
- Wool socks
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Camera or smartphone
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The Northern Lights are a mesmerizing natural spectacle that occurs thanks to the interaction between the Earth's atmosphere and particles from the sun. Kirkenes, with its Arctic location in northeastern Norway, long winter nights, and minimal light pollution, provides an excellent opportunity to witness this breathtaking phenomenon. This dog sledding and Northern Lights safari from Kirkenes offers an immersive and unforgettable experience in Norway's wild Arctic landscapes.
Your adventure begins after being picked up from either the Thon or Scandic Hotels in Kirkenes (please specify when booking). You'll be driven to the departure point, where you and your group will put on your winter gear, including thermal overalls, boots, mittens, and a balaclava. After a safety briefing and an introduction to dog sledding from your experienced musher (dog sled driver), you will meet the energetic and adorable huskies!
Then, the fun starts! Your mushers will drive the dog teams with 2 people sitting in each sled, so you can sit back and experience the thrill of riding through the nighttime winter landscapes and into the wilderness that surrounds Kirkenes. If you're lucky, you'll witness the vivid colours of the Aurora Borealis, far away from the city lights, but keep in mind that this is a natural and uncontrollable phenomenon, so there's a possibility that you won't be able to see them. Along your journey, you will stop to rest the huskies and will be treated to some fascinating stories from your expert guide before heading back to the Snowhotel. After saying goodbye to your four-legged friends, you'll be taken back to the original meeting point in Kirkenes with memories that will last a lifetime!
For a magical experience in Norway, don't miss this Northern Lights dog sledding safari from Kirkenes! You won't regret it.
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