Tromsø Villmarksenter

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Tove Sørensen has over 20 years of experience with dog sledding and has competed 15 times in Europe’s longest dog sledding race – Finnmarksløpet.

Tromsø Villmarkssenter started out as a home for dogs in 1988, since then their passion for dogs and life in nature has taken them on an exhilarating journey.

Tove Sørensen has over 20 years of experience with dog sledding and has competed 15 times in Europe’s longest dog sledding race – Finnmarksløpet. In 2006 she participated in the world's longest dog sled race in Alaska, the Iditarod.

Tromsø Villmarksenter is one of the biggest adventure companies in Norway and is located on Kvaløya (the whale island) 25 minutes from Tromsø. They have 200 Alaskan huskies and offer dog sledding trips and northern lights safaris, lasting from 4 hours to 5 days, in the winter (Nov 1st – April 30th).

In the summer (May 1st – Oct 31st) they focus on the magnificent midnight sun with kayaking, mountain hikes, glacier hikes, and excursions with their huskies. Their main focus is to offer an authentic wildlife experience for everyone. Individuals, courses, and conferences, locals, incentives, and events or groups, everybody is welcome!

Dog sledding and northern lights chase are their main activities in the winter.

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Reviews about Tromsø Villmarksenter

Average rating

4.9/5

(257)
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  • Very good
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  • Average
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Teresa Anne L., United Kingdom — 18/12/2025
5/5
About Guided Half-Day Arctic Dog Sledding Ride in Kvaløya from Tromsø.
Everyone at the camp was friendly and helpful and professional.
Phillip C., United Kingdom — 16/12/2025
5/5
About Guided Half-Day Arctic Dog Sledding Ride in Kvaløya from Tromsø.
Phillip and Mathias were the best hosts informative funny and very helpful getting me through the snow
Christina E., United States — 11/12/2025
5/5
About Husky Kennel Visit in Kvaløya from Tromsø.
Villmarkssenter was very organized, professional and we had a great experience
Edda P., Germany — 11/12/2025
5/5
About Self-Drive Dog Sledding in Kvaløya from Tromsø.
Tolle Crew, der auch das Wohl der Hunde wichtig ist. Obwohl man sich an die Kettenhaltung schon gewöhnen muss….
Jacqueline C., Singapore — 06/12/2025
5/5
About Guided Half-Day Arctic Dog Sledding Ride in Kvaløya from Tromsø.
Wonderful, warm, friendly and most attentive guys who ensured our comfort and enjoyment! Thanks!