Hiking with Husky in Akureyri: Walk & Cuddle Time

A husky decides the pace of your walk through mountains, sea and forest.

Hiking with a husky in Akureyri combines a two-hour walk through North Iceland's countryside, mountains and forest with cuddle time at the dogs' home. You'll wear a wide belt and harness the dog with an elastic leash, letting the husky set the rhythm as you move through the landscape. The experience suits all fitness levels and welcomes children from age 6. Pickup is included and the guide speaks English.

The experience

What makes this different from a regular hike is that a husky is leading you. The dog sets the pace and direction through the countryside, by the sea and up into the local forest. You're not walking the dog so much as following where it wants to go. You'll feel the pull and power of the animal, and the bond between you builds as you move through the landscape together. The terrain shifts from open countryside to mountain views to forest, all within the same outing.

After the hike, you head to the dogs' home just outside Akureyri, where you'll meet the rest of the pack. This is where the second half of the experience unfolds: you can take as many pictures as you want, cuddle with the huskies and talk with their owners about what the dogs do year-round. The owners live with these dogs, so you're getting insight into how working huskies actually spend their time when they're not on a trail.

The whole thing runs about two hours and includes the hiking gear: a wide belt for you, a harness and elastic leash for the dog. You might see horses and sheep in the countryside, though polar bears aren't on the menu. Children and adults both tend to enjoy it. The huskies are curious and friendly, and the owners know how to work with families.

What’s included

• Hiking through countryside, mountains and forest with a husky leading the way.
• wide belt, dog harness and elastic leash.
• time at the dogs' home to pet, cuddle and photograph the pack.
• conversation with the owners about the dogs' work and life.
• pickup from Akureyri.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDepartures at 10:00 and 14:00Last departure this season: 30 Nov

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 6 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by goHusky

Is this one for you?This works best for travelers who want to move through the landscape with a working animal rather than walk independently, and who enjoy spending time with dogs. The husky's pace and direction mean you're following the dog's instincts, not sticking to a fixed trail.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 12 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

What's the actual terrain like on the hike from Akureyri?

The hike takes you through countryside, along the sea, through mountain views and up into the local forest. The route stays accessible for all fitness levels, mixing open landscape with forest sections.

Do I control the husky or does the husky control me?

The husky leads the walk and sets the pace. You wear a wide belt connected to the dog's harness with an elastic leash, so the dog's energy and direction shape where you go and how fast you move.

What happens after the hike ends?

You spend time at the dogs' home outside Akureyri with the rest of the pack. You can take pictures, pet and cuddle the huskies, and talk with the owners about how the dogs live and work throughout the year.

How do I get there from Akureyri?

Pickup is included, so you'll be collected from your accommodation or a meeting point in Akureyri and brought to the dogs' home for the hike.