Feel at home on this husky farm visit and scenic self-drive dog sledding experience near Rovaniemi!
Feel at home on this husky farm visit and scenic self-drive dog sledding experience near Rovaniemi. Welcoming adventurers of all ages on this family-friendly excursion!
This activity takes place in Sierijärventie near Rovaniemi. Rovaniemi is the capital city of Lapland, located in the north of Finland. This scenic location in Lapland is situated on the shores of Lake Sierijärvi and a neighbouring pine forest used for dog sledding. This excursion is the perfect way to get in touch with the wild, untouched nature of the area.
The adventure begins at the family-run husky farm near Rovaniemi (pickups are available from listed locations in the city upon booking). The experienced guide will be there to greet you and introduce you to the adorable and friendly Siberian Huskies. This excursion is perfect for families and small children, as the easy terrain allows for all abilities to try driving the sled. If you prefer to sit in the sled and be driven by the guide, that is also possible. After a safety briefing and mushing lesson, the adventure begins!
You will sit in the sled pulled by a team of energetic Huskies. Children can sit inside a winter sleeping bag to keep warm and comfortable. Under the guide's instruction, you will travel into the scenic white wonderland of Rovaniemi, exploring the winter plains. You will cross easy terrain, over a frozen lake and pass the snowy trees of the forest. Along the way, make sure to take in the natural beauty surrounding you. This is the perfect chance to be alone and bond with your loved ones, far away from crowded locations.
After the ride, you will return to the farm to play and cuddle with the dogs. Hot drinks will be served around a roaring campfire. While you warm up, the guide will share some insights about this remote Arctic location, the life of local husky mushers, and more about the lifestyle of this popular dog breed. At the end of the tour, you will be transported back to Rovaniemi.
This thrilling dog sledding excursion is an enjoyable way for the whole family to experience the tranquillity of life in the remote Lappish forests. Book this unforgettable adventure from Rovaniemi now!
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Practical information
Pick-up is included from the following locations, please specify when booking:
- Arctic Light Hotel
- Arctic Tree House Hotel
- Guesthouse Borealis
- Santa Sport Reception
- Arctic City Hotel
- Hostel Café Koti
- Hotelli Aakenus
- Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
- Nova Skyland Hotel Reception
- Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
- Santa Claus Holiday Village Reception
- Santa's Hotel Santa Claus
- Scandic Pohjanhovi Hotel
- Scandic Rovaniemi City
- Meet at the starting point or pick-up from listed location in Rovaniemi
- Safety briefing and driving lesson
- The self-drive dog sledding adventure begins!
- Drive the dog sled for approximately 8-10km
- Return to the farm
- Enjoy hot drinks around a campfire
- Transfer back to Rovaniemi
Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Infant seats are available.
It is possible to be driven by the guide instead of self-drive if you prefer.
* Please specify upon booking where you wish to be picked up from to ensure your transfer at the correct time (See the options above)
- Guide
- Transfer from listed locations
- Winter overalls
- Hat
- Gloves
- Hot drinks
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter boots
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