Self-drive Dog Sledding and Husky Experience near the Lyngen Alps from Tromsø
Experience the thrill of driving your own team of energetic huskies in the snowy Norwegian wilderness on this 4-hour self-drive dog sledding tour from Tromsø!
Practical information
Learn an ancient Arctic skill in no time, and direct your own team of huskies across the stunning landscapes near the Lyngen Alps on this 4.5-hour self-drive dog sledding and husky experience from Tromsø!
Course of events
You should plan to spend around 5 hours on this activity:
- Arrival at the meeting point and introduction to your driver
- Hop on the bus
- Departure of the bus
- 50-minute scenic drive to the wilderness camp in camp in Breivikeidet
- Welcome from your instructor
- Winter equipment distribution
- Safety briefing and introduction to dog sledding
- Meet the Huskies!
- Start of your approximately 25 to 35-minute dog sledding excursion near the Lyngen Alps
- Photo break
- Switch places with your passenger so they can take a turn driving
- Return to the camp
- Say goodbye to the huskies
- Warm drinks and cake in a lávvu (indigenous Sámi tent)
- Equipment return
- Transfer back to Tromsø
- Drop-off at the original meeting point and end of the activity
Activity requirements
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before your departure time, as indicated in the itinerary.
Please be advised that all children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
All participants must be able to walk a minimum of 200 metres (656 feet) as well as have a minimum level of agility and be able to stand and move around on a sled for 15 minutes. Please let the instructors know if you have any physical condition that they should be made aware of.
Special terms
In the event of a lack of snow, please note that the tour will be conducted on wheeled wagons.
This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.
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.
Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.
Spoken languages:
Norwegian, EnglishIncluded
- Expert instructor
- Transfer from and to Tromsø
- Thermal overalls
- Boots
- Hat
- Mittens
- Coffee and tea
- Cake
- Dog sled (drive yourself)
- Photos
Excluded
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Full Meal
- Personal expenses
Do not forget to bring
- Warm winter clothing (Thermal layers, wind and waterproof outerwear)
- Wool socks
- Scarf
- Hat
- Gloves
- Goggles (optional)
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Dog sledding provides an opportunity to connect with nature, experience an adrenaline rush like no other, and appreciate the beauty of Norway's wild and snowy landscapes while working in harmony with a team of enthusiastic huskies. An adventure that's both exhilarating and serene makes it an unforgettable experience!
For your convenience, participants can choose between early morning, morning, and afternoon departure times, so you can experience dog sledding near Tromsø as it fits best with your own schedule. Your fun-filled tour begins at the meeting point in the centre of the city, where you'll be picked up by bus. You'll sit back, relax, and take in the magnificent scenery of northern Norway on the 50-minute drive to the Norwegian Travel wilderness camp in Breivikeidet. Upon arrival, you and your group will be welcomed by a friendly and knowledgeable team, who will provide you with your winter gear, including thermal overalls, boots, mittens, and a hat. Then, you will be provided with a safety briefing as well as an introduction to dog sledding and basic dog sledding techniques.
Once you've met the adorable huskies, the fun starts! Two people share one dog sled, one person as the driver and the other as the passenger, for approximately 1 km (0.6 miles). Midway through this wonderful dog sledding experience near the Lyngen Alps, you'll take a break to take a few incredible photos to take with you after the experience, and you and your passenger will have the chance to trade places, so you can both experience the thrill of driving the team of huskies through the snow.
When you've returned to the camp, you'll say goodbye to your furry friends, and cuddles are welcome and encouraged! Then, it's time for a well-deserved break with warm drinks and a delicious piece of cake. After changing back into your regular clothes, you'll head back to Tromsø, satisfied with a day well spent in Norway's winter wonderland.
For an experience you'll never forget, don't miss out on this self-drive dog sledding experience in Breivikeidet, departing from Tromsø. Book your next adventure in Norway today!
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