Dog Sledding under the Northern Lights from Rovaniemi

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Experience the beauty of the Arctic at night on an enjoyable dog sledding excursion beneath the magical Northern Lights from Rovaniemi.

Experience the beauty of the Arctic at night on an enjoyable dog sledding excursion beneath the magical Northern Lights from Rovaniemi. Welcoming participants of all ages on this family-friendly adventure!

Rovaniemi is the largest city in Lapland, situated in northern Finland. Due to its proximity to the Arctic Circle, the region also has typical Arctic features, including snowy forests and landscapes in the winter months, unique wildlife native to the area, and dark, starry evenings. In the remote locations away from light pollution, it is also one of the best places to witness the awe-inspiring Northern Lights!

This excursion begins at the starting point in Rovaniemi (pickup is available within a 15km driving distance), where you will meet your experienced guide. The tour takes place in the evening after the sun has set, when the Lappish winter night becomes shrouded in darkness. The guide will bring you to meet the friendly husky dogs native to the area, before it’s time for your sleigh ride adventure!

You will receive a safety briefing and get set up in a comfortable sled, which will be pulled by a team of dogs. Under the instruction of the guide, the Huskies will pull your sled across the snow-covered terrain and into the stunning wilderness. You will enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the forest at nighttime. As you ride, the night sky will come alive with the light from the moon and thousands of stars. If you’re lucky, the mesmerising dance of the Aurora Borealis will also appear in the sky above you.

After the dog sledding adventure, you will return to the starting point. When you return, a delicious campfire barbeque meal will be served. Enjoy a traditional meal of Lappish chicken sausage, grilled corn, marshmallows and hot blueberry juice (vegetarian/vegan alternative available upon request) while you warm up around an open fire. As you continue to admire the Northern Lights, your guide will share tales about this natural phenomenon, as well as stories about life in Lapland. When you have finished, the guide will transport you back to Rovaniemi.

This thrilling dog sledding excursion is the perfect adventure for the whole family to discover the beauty of Finnish nature while witnessing the amazing Northern Lights from Rovaniemi.

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Practical information

Pick-up/drop-off to your hotel/accommodation within a 15 km driving distance from Rovaniemi city centre is included. Please contact your instructor to arrange.

Departure time may vary depending on the seasons and availability, please kindly check the email you receive for the exact pick-up time and pick-up location.

Course of events

- Pick-up from your accommodation or meet at the starting point in Rovaniemi

- Safety briefing and set up sled

- Dog sledding ride (approximately 20-30 minutes)

- Admire the Northern Lights

- Enjoy hot drinks and a campfire BBQ meal

- Return to starting point and transfer back to Rovaniemi

Activity requirements

Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by adults paying the full price.

Special terms

Please be advised that as the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, their presence can never be guaranteed.

At least 2 people are required for this tour to take place on weekdays and Saturdays.

At least 4 people are required for this tour to take place on Sundays and public holidays.

If the anticipated number is not reached, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule.

Please be ready and wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time.

Guide in English (other languages available on request: Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese)

Meeting point:
Accommodation transfers included - alternatively, please meet at Maakuntakatu 29-31. (Next to the Subway) 96200 Rovaniemi Finland
Spoken languages:English
Included
  • Guide
  • Transfer from accommodation
  • Winter overalls
  • Winter boots
  • Gloves
  • Campfire BBQ meal
  • Hot drinks
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Woolen socks
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Scarf

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Mélinda M., France — 19/02/2024
4/5
L'activité est décrite comme durant environ 3h , il y a 40 min de trajet jusqu'à la ferme de chiens de traîneau, sur place on attend son tour dans une tente avant de faire l'excursion de 5km qui dure une 20 aine de minute ( cela est expliqué avant) puis quand tout le monde est passé on part, c'est comme cela que nous avons manqué les aurores boréales ce soir là....
Nathalie C., France — 24/02/2024
2/5
On nous annonce une activité de 3 heures sans mentionner qu'il y a déjà 1h20 de transferts , le repas prévu est plus que frugal ( une saucisse , des petits pancakes épinards et quelques guimauves à griller). Les légendes traditionnelles ne sont pas là , la promenade en traineau est très belle mais rapide et on ne s'attarde pas à la recherche des aurores boréales, résultat : il y en a eu ce soir là mais nous ne les avons pas vues.

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