RIB Tour and Dog Sledding Excursion in Vesterålen from Sortland

Vesterålen is a stunning archipelago in northern Norway, located just north of the Lofoten Islands, offering a mix of dramatic fjords, rugged mountains, white-sand beaches, and open coastal landscapes. This dog sledding and boat tour in Vesterålen departs from Sortland, the archipelago's largest town. It sits on Langøya Island, along the Sortlandssundet Strait, with breathtaking views of fjords, mountains, and coastal landscapes.

The adventure begins at the harbour in Sortland, where you'll be greeted on board the comfortable Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) by the experienced guide. You'll receive a floating suit, life jacket and goggles to ensure your safety throughout the excursion. After a quick safety briefing, your boat tour in Vesterålen begins! On the open boat, you'll speed along the crystal-clear waters of the Norwegian Sea. Along the way, you'll be treated to mesmerising views of narrow fjords, scattered islands and islets, and towering mountains.

After exploring the incredible archipelago from the sea, you'll arrive at the dock in a remote location for your dog sledding in Vesterålen. In a warm bus, you'll drive for 2 minutes to the departure point. The group will be split, alternating between dog sledding and enjoying a hot meal. If you start with dog sledding, you'll receive the equipment and meet the adorable and friendly Alaskan Huskies! For this adventure, you can choose to drive the sled team yourself or ride as a passenger. After a safety briefing and driving instructions, the dog sledding trip in Vesterålen begins!

Following the expert guide, you'll ride into the beautiful rugged wilderness. The Huskies are strong and eager to run, specially bred for pulling sleds over long distances in cold climates. After immersing yourself in the snowy Arctic nature on a thrilling ride, you'll return to the starting point. Then, it's your turn to enjoy a delicious meal of bacalao (a tomato-based dish with cod) and hot drinks in the cosy indoors, the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter day! Afterwards, you'll return to the original starting point in Sortland.

Discover pristine Arctic nature in a unique way on this combination boat tour and dog sledding excursion in Vesterålen from Sortland!