Husky sleigh ride Rovaniemi: 5 kilometers through Arctic snow
Stand on a sleigh pulled by a pack of huskies across frozen Lapland
A 5-kilometer husky sleigh ride in Rovaniemi puts you behind a team of huskies racing through Arctic snow and forest. After gearing up at the farm and a car ride through the landscape, you arrive at a private lakeside plot where the huskies pull you across the wilderness. The experienced staff handles all the briefing and safety. You feel the speed and the silence of the Arctic.
What’s included
- A guide in English (Spanish and Finnish available on request).
- thermal winter overalls in adult and child sizes.
- winter boots.
- hot beverages.
- the 5-kilometer husky sleigh ride.
- pickup within 10 kilometers of Rovaniemi city centre.
Times
- Monday to Friday 09:30
Before you book
Operated by StayLapland
Prices and times updated 6 days ago
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The experience
What does it feel like to stand on a moving sleigh while huskies pull you across snow? You'll find out on this 5-kilometer ride through Rovaniemi's snowy terrain. The day starts with gearing up in thermal winter overalls and winter boots at the farm's dressing rooms, then a car ride gives you a sense of the landscape while the staff brief you on what's coming. Once you reach the private lakeside plot, the huskies are ready, and the ride itself is the point: you experience the speed and the serene Arctic wilderness from the sleigh as the dogs work.
The staff are experienced with huskies and know how to keep you safe and comfortable. Hot beverages are served, and the whole outing runs about four hours from pickup to drop-off. Pickups happen within a 10-kilometer radius of Rovaniemi city centre, and during the winter season (1 December to 10 January) the farm also offers drop-offs to Postmaster Hotel, Rovaniemi Centre, Olleronvaara, and Santa Claus Village. The guide speaks English. Other languages are available on request.
Is this one for you?Book this if you want to stand on a moving sleigh and feel the huskies pull you across snow. It's the core of the experience, not a sightseeing tour. The four-hour outing includes gearing up and a car ride to the lakeside plot, so you're not just riding. You're getting the full Arctic immersion with experienced staff and a guide who briefs you on everything.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What's the actual husky ride like, how fast do they go and how long are you on the sleigh?
The sleigh ride covers 5 kilometers and you feel the huskies' speed as they pull you through the snow and forest. The ride itself is the core of the experience. The full outing is about four hours, which includes gearing up, the car ride to the lakeside plot, and the ride.
Do I need to be fit or have experience with animals to do this?
The ride suits all physical fitness levels. The huskies are experienced and the staff manage everything. You stand on the sleigh and hold on as they pull you. Children from age 3 are welcome, though children under 13 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
What happens if the weather is really bad?
In extreme weather, the tour can be rearranged as a shortened guide-driven experience for safety. The farm will contact you if conditions change. The tour can also be rescheduled if the group size drops below four people.
What's included in the price and what do I need to bring?
Thermal winter overalls, winter boots, a guide in English, hot beverages, and the 5-kilometer sleigh ride are all included. Pickup is included within a 10-kilometer radius of Rovaniemi city centre. Bring warm layers underneath the thermal gear and dress warmly. The Arctic wind is real.
Are there any reasons I shouldn't book this if I have a health concern?
The ride is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health, since the sleigh movement and Arctic conditions put stress on the body. If you have any health questions, contact the farm before booking.
Husky sleigh ride Rovaniemi: 5 kilometers through Arctic snow
4h · EN
from € 249 per person
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