Self-Drive Dog Sledding Excursion in Skibotn from Tromsø
Travel through the beautiful mountains of Skibotn Valley from Tromsø on an exciting self-drive dog sledding excursion.
Practical information
For this excursion, you will drive in pairs, one driver and one passenger on the sled. You can switch during the ride. You will be picked up from Tromsø.
* Please advise upon booking for any dietary restrictions.
Course of events
* You will board the Arctic Route bus towards Alta.
- Please arrive at the meeting point in Tromsø 15 minutes in advance
- Drive to the kennel in Skibotn (approximately 90 minutes)
- Receive safety briefing and driving lesson
- The dog sledding adventure begins!
- Drive your sled for approximately 1h-1h30
- Return to the kennel
- Enjoy a snack and hot drinks
- Return to Tromsø (approximately 17:35 pm)
Activity requirements
No previous experience is needed, however, participants must be in a reasonable physical condition to help the dogs pull the sled.
In addition, kindly be advised that children must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
* Please arrive at the meeting point in Tromsø 15 minutes in advance.
* During the Polar Night season (December/early January) the excursion will be conducted with a headlamp as it will be partially dark.
* In addition, please note that the itinerary is subject to change depending on availability. Some groups will start with lunch while others will start with the sled ride and vise-versa.
Included
- Guide
- Transfer
- Winter overalls
- Winter boots
- Hot drinks
- Snack
Do not forget to bring
- Warm layers of clothing
- Scarf
- Camera
- Gloves
- Hat
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About the activity
Travel through the beautiful mountains of Skibotn Valley from Tromsø on an exciting self-drive dog sledding excursion. Welcoming participants from ages 5 and up on this family-friendly adventure!
The village of Skibotn in Norway is situated on the eastern shore of the Lyngen fjord, surrounded by picturesque landscapes and mountains. Located in the north of the country and close to the Arctic Circle, the region features snowy conditions in the winter months, creating a white wonderland. Dog sledding is a traditional activity in this region and a great way to discover the natural beauty of the area!
Once you arrive, the experienced dog musher will introduce you to the friendly Alaskan Huskies native to the region. You will begin with a safety briefing and driving lesson, before receiving your Arctic gear. Each sled will be shared by two, one passenger and one driver with the chance to switch during the tour. Once you are prepared, the adventure begins!
Your team of excitable dogs will pull your sled into the pine forests that surround the kennel. Travelling through the scenic outdoors, you will experience true Arctic wilderness. The dogs will travel up into the snowy mountains, providing a picturesque view of the Lyngen Alps, an extraordinary mountain range. This traditional activity will make you feel like a local as you discover nature and wildlife. Midway through, you will take a short break so the dogs can rest. This is a good opportunity to capture some photos of the breathtaking views. After switching drivers, you will then ride back to the base. Upon returning to the farm, you will say goodbye to your four-legged friends before your return transfer to Tromsø.
Book your self-drive dog sledding excursion for a fun-filled family adventure to experience the beauty of the Skibotn Valley in Norway from Tromsø!
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