Beginner Self-Drive Dog Sledding Safari from Tromsø
Join along an exciting and easy self-drive dog sledding safari in Tromsø through the snowy terrains of Norway, surrounded by the whitewashed Arctic mountains!
Practical information
Experience the thrill of driving your own dog sled through the stunning Arctic landscapes of Norway, eat a delicious traditional meal, and get to spend time with the adorable huskies on this amazing beginner self-drive dog sledding safari from Tromsø!
Course of events
You should plan to spend a full day (approximately 7 hours) on this activity:
- Arrival at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure time
- Introduction to your driver and embark on a 95-minute scenic ride
- Arrival at the camp and be divided into 2 groups
Group 1:
- Equipment distribution
- Safety and activity briefing
- Introduction to mushing (driving your own dog sled)
- Start your 60-minute dog sledding adventure!
- Break midway and switch drivers (optional)
- Return to the camp for a delicious meal with warm drinks
- Free time with the huskies
Group 2:
- Meet the huskies
- Enjoy a delicious meal with warm drinks
- Equipment distribution
- Safety and activity briefing
- Introduction to mushing (driving your own dog sled)
- Start your 60-minute dog sledding adventure!
- Break midway and switch drivers (optional)
- Return to the camp
Both:
- Scenic drive back to Tromsø
- Drop-off in Tromsø and end of the activity
Activity requirements
Please be advised that although the dogs are well-trained and love to run, teamwork is needed in this trip as drivers will have to help and push the sled together with the pack uphill and downhill. For this reason, a decent physical condition is required from all drivers.
For a more 'advanced' level of dog sledding, we highly recommend the 'Intermediate Self-Drive Arctic Dog Sledding Excursion in Tromsø'.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
Pregnant women (mid-late stage) are not advised to participate in this tour.
Please contact your instructor at Norwegian Travel once your reservation is confirmed to inform them of any dietary restrictions you may have for the meal that's included in the activity.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent. If there is a cancellation due to the weather, your instructor will try to reschedule the activity, or, if this is not a feasible option for you, give you a full refund.
Spoken languages:
EnglishIncluded
- Thermal suit
- Boots
- Mittens
- Hat
- Transport from and back to Tromsø
- Warm meal
- Beverages
Excluded
- Personal expenses
Do not forget to bring
- Warm thermal or wool layers
- Wool socks
- Wool underwear
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Hat
- Camera
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Dog sledding is one of the oldest methods of transportation in the Arctic, and has a special connection with the locals. Are you ready to take the lead and learn what it takes to be a musher? No previous experience is needed to mush your own husky team, all you need is a reasonable physical condition and eagerness to try something new!
Your adventure begins with a pick-up from the city center in Tromsø, where you will meet your guide and hop on a scenic 95-minute bus ride towards the remote wilderness of Tamokhuset. Once you've reached the camp, you will be divided into two groups. The first group will be provided with warm winter clothing and follow a thorough safety instruction and a practical demonstration of dog sledding techniques. After you've met your new furry friends, it is time to head out in the wild and immerse yourself in the Nordic culture as you go dog sledding near Tromsø!
The second group will head towards the dog yard to meet the huskies and enjoy a delicious warm meal and drink, while learning some fascinating insights about the region and the dogs. You will then gear up with warm winter overalls and receive all the necessary instructions before heading out on your mushing adventure in the wilderness near Tromsø. Once the first group has returned, you will set out on the dog sledding safari, while the first group will relax at the camp with a meal and drinks. Savor the flavors and cherish the incredible moments out in the Arctic nature with your loved ones, while learning about the Nordic culture and life in the Arctic!
As this self-drive dog sledding excursion from Tromsø is a hands-on experience, two people will share each sled, one riding while the other one can sit back and enjoy the ride (you can switch midway). The trail is approximately one hour long, depending on the snow conditions of the day. Prepare to ride along some breathtaking scenery, taking in the cold, crisp Arctic air while feeling the thrill of riding the sled with your own pack of Alaskan huskies!
Then, it is time to say goodbye to the huskies and board the bus, returning back to Tromsø with some lifelong memories of this unique excursion. Unleash your inner adventurer and book your self-drive dog sledding safari in Tromsø for a day-long immersion in the Nordic wilderness and culture!
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