Visit an Ethical Husky Kennel in Lapland and Experience a 10 km Husky Safari
Price – 195€ / adult, 155€ / child (minimum 2 adults)
Includes: 10 kilometers husky sled safari, time to take pictures with the dogs at the husky kennel, hotel pick-up, winter clothes, hot drinks and cookies, safety and driving instructions
Start Your Adventure from Husky Kennel and Mush Through Lapland’s Snowy Wilds
Once you have bundled up in warm, soft clothing, which we recommend and provide for your comfort, your guide will take you on a scenic 30 minute drive from Rovaniemi to a lovely husky kennel. As you leave the city behind, you can enjoy the magical snowy forests and breathtaking winter landscapes of Lapland.
At the kennel, you will be welcomed by the mushers and the excited barking of their friendly dogs. You will meet your dog team and receive safety instructions along with helpful tips on how to drive the sled. When you are ready, your sled adventure begins with a ride through the beautiful winter scenery, covering about 10 kilometers. The journey usually takes around one hour to one hour and fifteen minutes, depending on the weather conditions. Each sled accommodates two adults, with one driving and the other riding as a passenger. For safety reasons, only guests aged 18 or older may drive. You are welcome to switch roles between the driver and passenger halfway through the journey.
On all our excursions, our groups are limited to a maximum of eight people, although there may be other customers present at the husky kennels. We believe it is important to provide you with the best possible experience and to avoid mass tourism. With smaller groups, your guide can get to know you, respond to your needs, and answer any questions you might have. We also carefully select our partners based on ethical and responsible values, promoting more authentic and respectful tourism in Lapland.
Why Visit a Husky Kennel and Book Your Husky Safari in Rovaniemi with Wild About Lapland?
- Visiting a husky kennel in Lapland is one of the most memorable winter activities for anyone traveling to Rovaniemi.
- We cooperate with a small, family-run husky kennel that offers exceptional knowledge, personal service, and authentic Arctic experiences.
- This charming husky kennel is just 30 minutes from Rovaniemi, making it easy to discover the beauty of Lapland’s wilderness.
- At the husky kennel, you will enjoy a 10 kilometre sleigh ride with your own team of friendly dogs through snowy forests and stunning landscapes.
- A visit to a husky kennel is the perfect way to explore the magical winter nature beyond the Arctic Circle and learn about traditional mushing.
- You will have the chance to meet the huskies, learn about their training, and hear fascinating stories about the life of mushers directly at the kennel.
- Our husky kennel partner keeps group sizes small, with no more than 8 guests per safari, so you receive personal attention and a relaxed atmosphere. Please note there may be other visitors at the kennel as well.
Learn More About Huskies and Mushers at the kennel
After your safari, the mushers will gather everyone around an open fire to share stories about their unique lifestyle. You’ll discover what the daily work of a musher involves, how they train their huskies, and you are welcome to ask any questions you may have. The dogs are also very photogenic and love attention, so be sure to bring your camera to capture the memories.
What's included?
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off for accommodations outside the city centre. Extra surcharge if staying 10 kilometres or further from the centre,
- Winter clothing/boots,
- Safety and driving instructions,
- 10 kilometres husky sled safari,
- Time to take pictures with the dogs,
- Informative talk about the dogs and the life of a sled dog,
- Hot drinks and cookies.
Exclusions
- Alcoholic drinks
Meeting points
If your accommodation is in Rovaniemi city center, we kindly ask you to walk to our office. Read below why.
We have been awarded the Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) batch for sustainable tourism operations in Finnish Lapland. Sustainable business operations are of utmost importance to us. We have therefore decided to no longer do city pickups. If you are staying in the city center, we would kindly ask you to come to our office (our address: Rovakatu 24, 96200 Rovaniemi) and start the tour from there.
You are not staying in the city center nor is your pickup location listed as an option? No problem! Please send us an email with your address and we take it from there. We hope you have a nice tour with us!
Wild About Lapland Office
Rovakatu 24, 96200 Rovaniemi, Finland
Pick-up
- Apukka Resort (Transfer fee is € 40 / one-way – please contact us)
- Arctic Snow Hotel (Transfer fee is € 60 / one-way – please contact us)
- Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
- Guesthouse Borealis
- Hostel Ibedcity
- Läkituvat Cottages / Meeting point
- Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
- Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
- Lomavekarit / Arctic Resort Delight resort
- Motelli Rovaniemi
- Napapiirin Saarituvat Cottages
- Santa Claus Holiday Village Reception
- Santa’s Igloos Arctic Circle
- Vaattunki Wilderness Resort (Transfer fee is € 40 / one-way – please contact us)
- Walk in the office / City Centre accommodation
Please note
The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Cold weather clothing and boots can be provided if needed.
Only guests older than 18 years are allowed to drive the sleigh.
Hotel pick-ups commence 10 – 60 minutes prior to the start time. Your pick up time will be confirmed by email.
NOTE: As this is a partner tour we cannot guarantee the number of guests on location at the husky kennel.
What do I need to bring?
- Bottle of water,
- We will provide you with overalls and boots, but please be prepared and use good under-layers, socks, hats and gloves.
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event,
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event,
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 365 days or less before the event.
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