Adventure
Arctic Husky Safari – 10 km
About this experience
The Arctic Husky Safari 10 km is the longer self-drive dog sledding trip from Rovaniemi, about five hours door to door. Two people share a sled, one driving and one riding, and you swap at the halfway point so both get the runners. Transfers and full winter clothing are included.
Ten kilometres is the point where the ride stops being a photo stop and becomes a drive. It is long enough to settle into the rhythm of the team, feel the sled load and unload through the bends, and go quiet for a while. When you are not on the trail you are in a kota by the fire with hot berry juice, gingerbread and stories from the mushers.
The kennel in Jokela, built in 2025, is ours together with Husky World, long-time mushers and racers who live on site with the dogs. The dogs are conditioned to run, which is why the 10 km route suits them, and dog welfare sets the rules: team sizes, run lengths and rest are decided by what suits the dogs rather than the booking calendar.
Program
Meet & Gear Up
Arrive at our central office at Korkalonkatu 36 (or join pickup) and get fitted with insulated jackets, pants, boots & gloves.
Scenic Arctic Transfer
Enjoy a 45-min drive through snowy forests en route to the husky farm.
Driving Lesson
Brief tutorial on sled handling and commands—perfect for first-timers and seasoned mushers alike!
Husky Safari (10 km)
One half begins with a short sled-driving lesson before heading off on the husky safari (10 km / ~25–45 min). Each sled fits 2 adults and 1–2 small children, and you can switch drivers at the halfway point. The other half heads into a cozy kota (traditional Lappish hut) for warm drinks, biscuits, and an introduction to husky life from our experienced local guides. After the first round, the groups switch.
Meet the Huskies & Warm Up in a Traditional Kota
After the safari, you’ll have time to meet, pet, and photograph the friendly huskies while also seeing where they live and train. Afterwards, head inside a warm traditional kota where hot juice and biscuits are served by the fire. During the break, the farm owner shares stories about the dogs, their daily lives, racing background, and passion for husky competitions.
Return to Rovaniemi
After warming up and enjoying time at the farm, we begin the comfortable drive back to Rovaniemi. Once back in the city, winter clothing is returned before final drop-offs at your accommodation or the office.
What’s included
Included
- Coffee, Tea or Warm Berry Juice
- Gingerbread cookies and Chocolates
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting point
Getting there
Hotel pickup available
Choose pickup from your accommodation, or make your own way to the meeting point.
Pickup hotels (4)
- Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
- Rovaniemi Insider Office
- Santa Claus Holiday Village
- Santasport Resort
Pricing tiers
- 209€
Adult
13+ yrs
- 189€
Child
3–12 yrs
- 0€
Infant
0–2 yrs
- Stroller and pram accessible
- Easy to reach by public transport
- Infant seats available
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Show you ticket to the guide at the office or at your pickup location
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
No online-bookable departures are available this month.
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