ATV riding in Kiruna with 70 Huskies and dog team training

You help train the dogs before you ride alongside them

This activity in Kiruna combines meeting 70 Alaskan Huskies at a working kennel with hands-on dog team preparation and an ATV ride alongside the dogs during their pre-season training. The experience runs 1.5 to 3 hours depending on group size and includes a live guide in English, Spanish, French or German, plus tea, coffee and snacks served over an open fire. Children from age 6 can meet the dogs. Only children 8 and older can ride the ATV for safety reasons.

The experience

You start by meeting the 70 Alaskan Huskies at the kennel and learning about each dog's personality and strength. The guide walks you through daily life in a sled dog operation and how the team works through the cold arctic winters. If you want, the dogs (described as energetic and eager), will give you hugs. Then you help prepare a small team of 8 to 10 dogs for training, getting a real sense of what goes into readying them for work.

Once the team is ready, you sit on a powerful ATV and ride alongside the dogs while they run, watching how they're trained during the pre-season. After the run, you help remove the harnesses and reward the dogs with meat for their work. The whole experience (from meeting the dogs to the ATV ride to the reward) takes between 1.5 and 3 hours. Tea, coffee and sweet snacks are provided over an open fire, so you have time to settle in and talk with the guide about what you've seen.

A live guide leads the activity in your choice of English, Spanish, French or German. Private transportation is included, and you'll need to dress for weather, dog hugs and forest trails. The kennel can accommodate requests for different starting times if the set times don't fit your schedule.

What’s included

• Private transportation to the kennel.
• meeting and learning about 70 Alaskan Huskies.
• hands-on dog team preparation.
• ATV ride alongside the sled dogs during pre-season training.
• tea, coffee and sweet snacks served over an open fire.
• live guide in English, Spanish, French or German.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SaturdayLast departure this season: 31 Oct

AgesAdult (26 and older) · Youth (12 to 25 years) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Snowdog - The Arctic Adventure Company

Is this one for you?The ATV ride requires you to be at least 8 years old and in good cardiovascular health, and the activity involves muddy conditions and energetic dogs, so come ready for a physical, outdoor experience in the arctic forest rather than a passive observation.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 25 years); 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.

What should I wear for this activity?

Dress for the weather and forest trails, and be ready for muddy paws and dog hugs. The huskies are energetic and affectionate. Wear clothes and shoes you don't mind getting dirty.

How long does the whole experience take?

The activity runs between 1.5 and 3 hours depending on how many people are in your group. The time covers meeting the dogs, preparing the team, the ATV ride alongside them, and the reward afterward.

What's included in the price?

Private transportation to and from the kennel, tea, coffee and sweet snacks served over an open fire, and the full experience of meeting the dogs, helping prepare the team and riding the ATV are all included.

Is this activity suitable if I have health concerns?

The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health or pregnancy. If you have questions about your specific situation, contact the kennel directly and they can advise whether the experience is right for you.