Husky Sledding Reykjavik: Greenlandic Sled Dogs South Coast
Greenlandic sled dogs are rare in Scandinavia, and this kennel was one of the first to bring them here.
Husky sledding on Iceland's South Coast near Mosfellsbær combines a 30-minute sled or cart ride with Greenlandic Arctic dogs, photo breaks and an experienced musher's guidance. The tour runs year-round on snow or dry land depending on conditions, and pickup from Reykjavik is optional. Children from age 6 are welcome. Weight and BMI limits apply, and you'll need warm, waterproof clothing and either a rental car or the transfer option.
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Husky sledding and photo opportunities
- Meet at tour base near Mosfellsbær
- Enjoy 30-minute dog sled or cart ride
- Meet and greet sled dogs
- Take photos with husky team
- Soak in scenic Icelandic views
What’s included
- 30-minute husky ride on sled or cart depending on season.
- photo breaks with the team.
- experienced musher guide.
- snow or rain suit if needed.
- pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik (if transfer option is selected).
Times
- Monday to Friday 10:00 10:30 11:45
Before you book
Operated by Dogsledding Iceland
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The experience
The South Coast tour base sits near Mosfellsbær, about 30 minutes from Reykjavik. You arrive either by rental car or with the included transfer if you book that option, and meet the team of Greenlandic huskies: a breed rarely seen outside the Arctic. The 30-minute ride happens on sled when snow covers the ground, or on a wheeled cart during warmer months, so the experience doesn't stop when the season changes. An experienced musher guides the run and builds in time to meet the dogs, take photos with the team, and absorb the Icelandic landscape around you.
Groups stay small (up to 4 to 6 people per sled or cart plus the musher), which means you're not waiting in a crowd or sharing the dogs' attention with dozens of others. The tour operates in all weather, so rain, wind and cold are part of the day. The operator provides snow or rain suits if needed. Children from age 6 can ride, though they must be accompanied by an adult. A weight limit of 95 kg (210 lbs) and BMI below 30 applies, though the operator notes exceptions are possible if you contact them before booking with your group's details.
The full experience takes about three hours from pickup to drop-off. If you're driving yourself, you'll need a rental car and the ability to navigate to the base. If you'd rather not arrange transport, the pickup option handles the drive from Reykjavik and back. Dress in layers, wear waterproof outer clothing and shoes that grip wet ground: the Icelandic weather changes fast and the dogs don't wait for sunshine.
Is this one for you?Book the transfer option if you want to skip the rental car and let someone else handle the drive from Reykjavik. Book without transfer if you're comfortable driving and want to explore the South Coast on your own schedule. Either way, the sled guarantee option locks in a snow ride regardless of conditions, while the standard option adapts to whatever the weather brings.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and French.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years). Children under 6 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. No refund if you cancel.
Can I do husky sledding in summer, or does it only happen in winter?
Husky sledding on Iceland's South Coast runs year-round. When snow is insufficient, the tour switches to a wheeled cart ride instead of a sled, so the experience continues through warmer months: the dogs and the route stay the same, only the equipment changes.
What's included in the husky sledding tour?
The tour includes the 30-minute husky ride on sled or cart, time to meet and photograph the dogs, an experienced musher's guidance throughout, and snow or rain suits if weather requires them. Pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik are included if you select that option at checkout. Self-drive requires a rental car.
How many people ride together on one sled?
Each sled or cart holds up to 4 to 6 participants plus the musher, keeping groups small and intimate rather than crowded.
What are the age and weight requirements for husky sledding?
Children must be at least 6 years old and accompanied by an adult. Riders must weigh no more than 95 kg (210 lbs) and have a BMI below 30. Contact the operator before booking if your group doesn't fit these limits, as exceptions may be possible.
Do I need to drive myself, or can I get a transfer from Reykjavik?
You can choose: self-drive requires renting a car and navigating to the base near Mosfellsbær, or you can book the transfer option, which includes pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik as part of your tour.
What should I wear for the husky sledding tour?
Wear warm, waterproof outdoor clothing in layers, adequate shoes with grip for wet surfaces, and prepare for Icelandic weather that can shift quickly. The operator provides snow or rain suits if conditions demand them.
Husky Sledding Reykjavik: Greenlandic Sled Dogs South Coast
1h–4h · EN · FR
from US$ 400 per person
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