Beginner Self-drive Dog Sledding Safari from Rovaniemi

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Spoken languages: Finnish, English
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Activity description

Experience the thrill of driving a team of energetic huskies on this 2.5-hour excursion from Rovaniemi! Welcoming adventurers of all ages.

Rovaniemi is the capital of Finnish Lapland and is located in the northern part of Finland. Known for its incredible Arctic landscapes and winter activities, it is also famed as the official hometown of Santa Claus. One of the best ways to immerse yourself in the winter wonderland of Rovaniemi is dog sledding! 

For your convenience, participants can choose between morning, afternoon, and late afternoon departure times. In addition, transfers are offered from a list of selected hotels (please specify when booking). After the scenic drive from Rovaniemi, you and your group ( a maximum of 8 participants) will arrive at the departure point, where you will be greeted by your seasoned guide. Once you've put on your winter gear, it's time to meet the adorable dogs! 

Your guide will provide a safety briefing, followed by an introduction to dog sledding and mushing techniques. In addition, they will share some fascinating facts about huskies and dog sledding. Please note that each dog sled can accommodate a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children. Then, the adventure begins! You'll experience an adrenaline rush like none other as you drive through the snowy landscapes at the helm of a team of huskies. Don't forget your camera, you don't want to miss amazing shots of this unique safari! 

After the 45-minute dog sledding ride, you will be treated to hot juice and cookies around a crackling fire. The perfect way to warm up and end your fun-filled experience in Finnish Lapland! After saying goodbye to your four-legged friends, you'll head back to Rovaniemi with memories that will last a lifetime. 

For an unforgettable excursion in Finnish Lapland, don't miss this family-friendly, self-drive, dog sledding safari from Rovaniemi. Book your next adventure in Finland today! 

Offers

1
Self-drive Dog Sledding Safari | Morning Tour
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Pick-up is offered at the following locations, please specify when booking. In addition, please be in the hotel reception area 1-hour before the activity departure time.

- Arctic Treehouse Hotel 
- Hostel Cafe Koti lobby
- K-Market Sinettä
- Lapland Hotel Sky Ounasvaara
- Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
- Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (Tähtikuja 3)

Course of events

- Please arrive at the meeting point in Rovaniemi at the hotel's reception area at least 1-hour before the activity starting time.

- Scenic transfer to the departure point

- Arrival

- Put on your winter gear

- Meet the huskies! 

- Safety briefing and introduction to dog sledding techniques

- The adventure begins! 

- Return to the base

- Hot juice and cookies

- Return transfer to the original departure point in Rovaniemi

Activity requirements

This excursion includes a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children per sled.

Special terms

Please note that the total duration of the dog sledding ride is approximately 45 minutes.

Do not forget to bring
  • Warm thermal layers
  • Wool socks
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

2.5 hrs

Meeting point:

Offer n° 1, 2

Meet at Bearhill Husky, Viiksojantie 192, 97220 Rovaniemi, Finland or choose a pick-up from the listed locations.

Offer n° 3

Meet at Bearhill Husky, Viiksojantie 192, 97220 Rovaniemi, Finland or choose a pick-up from the listed locations.

Included:
  • Guide
  • Hotel transfer from listed locations
  • Hot juice and cookies
  • Arctic outerwear
Excluded:
  • Hotel transfer from unlisted locations
  • Snow goggles
2
Self-drive Dog Sledding Safari | Afternoon Tour
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Pick-up is offered at the following locations, please specify when booking. In addition, please be in the hotel reception area 1-hour before the activity departure time.

- Arctic Treehouse Hotel 
- Hostel Cafe Koti lobby
- K-Market Sinettä
- Lapland Hotel Sky Ounasvaara
- Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
- Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (Tähtikuja 3)

Course of events

- Please arrive at the meeting point in Rovaniemi at the hotel's reception area at least 1-hour before the activity starting time.

- Scenic transfer to the departure point

- Arrival

- Put on your winter gear

- Meet the huskies! 

- Safety briefing and introduction to dog sledding techniques

- The adventure begins! 

- Return to the base

- Hot juice and cookies

- Return transfer to the original departure point in Rovaniemi

Activity requirements

This excursion includes a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children per sled.

Special terms

Please note that the total duration of the dog sledding ride is approximately 45 minutes.

Do not forget to bring
  • Warm thermal layers
  • Wool socks
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

2.5 hrs

Meeting point:

Offer n° 1, 2

Meet at Bearhill Husky, Viiksojantie 192, 97220 Rovaniemi, Finland or choose a pick-up from the listed locations.

Offer n° 3

Meet at Bearhill Husky, Viiksojantie 192, 97220 Rovaniemi, Finland or choose a pick-up from the listed locations.

Included:
  • Guide
  • Hotel transfer from listed locations
  • Hot juice and cookies
  • Arctic outerwear
Excluded:
  • Hotel transfer from unlisted locations
  • Snow goggles
3
Self-drive Dog Sledding Safari | Late Afternoon Tour
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Pick-up is offered at the following locations, please specify when booking. In addition, please be in the hotel reception area 1-hour before the activity departure time.

- Arctic Treehouse Hotel 
- Hostel Cafe Koti lobby
- K-Market Sinettä
- Lapland Hotel Sky Ounasvaara
- Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
- Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (Tähtikuja 3)

Course of events

- Please arrive at the meeting point in Rovaniemi at the hotel's reception area at least 1-hour before the activity starting time.

- Scenic transfer to the departure point

- Arrival

- Put on your winter gear

- Meet the huskies! 

- Safety briefing and introduction to dog sledding techniques

- The adventure begins! 

- Return to the base

- Hot juice and cookies

- Return transfer to the original departure point in Rovaniemi

Activity requirements

This excursion includes a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children per sled.

Special terms

Please note that the total duration of the dog sledding ride is approximately 45 minutes.

Do not forget to bring
  • Warm thermal layers
  • Wool socks
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

2.5 hrs

Meeting point:

Offer n° 1, 2

Meet at Bearhill Husky, Viiksojantie 192, 97220 Rovaniemi, Finland or choose a pick-up from the listed locations.

Offer n° 3

Meet at Bearhill Husky, Viiksojantie 192, 97220 Rovaniemi, Finland or choose a pick-up from the listed locations.

Included:
  • Guide
  • Hotel transfer from listed locations
  • Hot juice and cookies
  • Arctic outerwear
Excluded:
  • Hotel transfer from unlisted locations
  • Snow goggles
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Meeting point

Offer n° 1, 2
Meet at Bearhill Husky, Viiksojantie 192, 97220 Rovaniemi, Finland or choose a pick-up from the listed locations.
Offer n° 3
Meet at Bearhill Husky, Viiksojantie 192, 97220 Rovaniemi, Finland or choose a pick-up from the listed locations.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 10 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
10 days
Cancellation between 4 and 10 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
4 days
Cancellation 4 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

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  • 5 / 5

Un moment magique. Une promenade dans des paysages incroyables. Pouvoir conduire soi même un attelage de Husky est une expérience fantastique.

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Super organisiert, und freundlich