Embark on an adventurous guided dog sledding ride in Ilulissat to discover Greenland's stunning backcountry!
Ilulissat is a town in western Greenland, lying on the coast of Disko Bay. It is famous for its unique Arctic landscapes, including glaciers, fjords, and icebergs. On this dog sledding tour in Ilulissat, you'll venture into its magical winter wonderland!
The dog sledding trip in Ilulissat begins at the meeting point, where you'll be greeted by the experienced guide and dog musher. They will introduce you to the eager and adorable huskies! You'll go through a safety briefing and instructions for the ride. For this excursion, you'll sit on the sled while the musher drives and controls the dogs, so you can simply relax and take in the breathtaking surroundings. This is a perfect adventure for families and those who aren't comfortable with self-drive dog sledding. Once everyone is prepared, the dog sledding ride in Ilulissat begins!
The dogs will rush through the snowy terrain, travelling deeper into the wilderness of the area. Along the way, you'll pass spectacular winding fjords, frozen lakes, and towering mountains. Immerse yourself in the incredible winter nature during the traditional sledding activity! The local Greenlandic guide will also share insights and facts about life in this remote region. At the end of the dog sledding trip, you'll return to the starting point. You may get to watch and help the owner feed the dogs while they take a well-deserved break!
Experience Greenland's natural beauty on an exciting dog sledding ride in Ilulissat with an experienced guide!
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Practical information
On this excursion, you'll depart from Ilulissat and embark on a dog sledding ride through the wilderness.
- Please arrive at the meeting point in Ilulissat at least 10 minutes before the activity start time
- Meet the guide and the huskies
- Safety briefing and instructions
- Set up the sled
- The dog sledding ride begins!
- Travel through the backcountry of Ilulissat
- Return to the starting point
- Interact with and help feed the dogs
- Guide
- Dog sledding equipment
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter overalls
- Winter boots
- Woollen socks
- Hat
- Gloves
- Camera