Dog Sledding in the Arctic

Dog Sledding in the Arctic

Get on the sled, and allow yourself to be pulled across the white expanses by pure dog power, before greeting and petting the dogs in the yard.

Dog sledding with huskies

About the excursion

The bus will be waiting at the quay and will take you to the base camp, where you’ll meet the dogs, receive a safety briefing, and be provided with warm outerwear. Then it’s time for a magical dog-sledding ride through beautiful scenery. After the experience, the bus will take you back to Havila Voyages. Remember sturdy shoes and warm clothing. If time allows, there may also be a short visit to the Snowhotel and a chance to meet the reindeer.

Direction: Both Directions

Disembarkation port: Kirkenes

Embarkation port: Kirkenes

Time: 09:00-12:00 

Meal: Hot drink in the restaurant

Level: 2 (Read more)

Season: Winter, spring 

(20 October – 30 April) 

Min/max persons: 4 – 60

Minimum age: 7 years

Booking reference: KKNB4

Price: Price list

Dog Sledding with huskies

The huskies are tugging impatiently on the harness. They want to run. The Alaskan huskies are the elite athletes of the canine world; they are adapted to the demanding Arctic climate and running long distances. And you can join in. Sit on the sled and let yourself be carried across white expanses by pure dog power. 

In midwinter, this will be beneath starry skies, while as spring goes on, more of the special light in the north creeps in. Experienced mushers drive you safely through the terrain for a tour of the winter landscape. 

The husky safari allows you to meet more than your own dog team. There are 180 strong, beautiful huskies in the yard. They may seem shy at first, but once you have made contact, you will feel the warmth of these wonderful animals. This is also why the kennel is open so that guests can get to know both the adult dogs and the puppies. Just get ready for dog cuddles.

Dog sledding with huskies in the sunset. Photo: Apollonia Körner

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