Husky sledding in Kiruna: 3-hour Arctic tour with sled dogs

Take the reins of a dog sled through the Arctic dark

A three-hour husky sledding tour in Kiruna where you ride a shared sled pulled by 12–14 Alaskan Huskies through the Poikkijärvi Woods, then feed the dogs and warm up by a fire hut. The kennel sits 17 kilometers outside central Kiruna, and free pickup from your hotel is included. Guides speak English, Spanish, Italian, French and two additional languages.

The experience

Three hours starts at the sled dog kennel, 17 kilometers outside Kiruna's main tourist area. You'll be collected from your hotel at no extra charge and brought to the warming hut to change into insulated overalls, boots and gloves: the operator supplies them, though layering underneath helps when temperatures drop below minus 30 Celsius. Then you head into the Poikkijärvi Woods, where a shared sled seats four passengers and one guide steers the team of 12–14 Alaskan Huskies. You sit back and ride, watching the landscape pass and listening to the runners on the snow. If conditions align, moose or reindeer sometimes appear on the route.

After the run, you feed the dogs chunks of meat, their favorite winter snack, and can help secure them if you want to. The group then moves to the cosy fire hut, where you sit around an open wood fire with warm coffee or tea and snacks. This is where the pace slows and the cold releases its grip.

The kennel operates with guides trained in five languages and a reputation for putting the dogs' welfare first. Reviewers often call the animals the heart of the experience. The operator asks for your body weight when you book, so they can balance the sled load. Children from age six are welcome, though the extreme cold and sled motion mean the tour is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries or cardiovascular concerns, or for pregnant travelers.

What’s included

• Winter overalls, boots, gloves and other cold-weather gear.
• warm coffee and tea.
• snacks.
• hotel pickup and return from central Kiruna.
• access to feed the dogs after your ride.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 14:00

Book up to3h before

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

GroupUp to 4

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish and Swedish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 8 pickup points.

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

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot 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 free pickup from your Kiruna hotel means you don't need a car or a taxi to reach the kennel 17 kilometers away, and the three-hour block fits easily into a single afternoon or morning without eating the rest of your day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Swedish and Polish.

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.

How many dogs pull the sled on this tour?

A team of 12–14 Alaskan Huskies pulls your sled, and you'll meet them up close when you feed them after the ride.

What happens if I want to help with the dogs before or after the tour?

You can help ready the dogs before you depart and help secure them when you return, if you wish. It's optional and part of the full experience at the kennel.

Will I be warm enough in the Arctic cold?

The operator provides insulated overalls, boots and gloves, and recommends dressing as warmly as you can underneath. Temperatures often fall below minus 30 Celsius, and the fire hut afterward gives you time to thaw.

Does the tour include transportation from my hotel?

Yes, free pickup and drop-off from your Kiruna hotel are included. The kennel is 17 kilometers outside the main tourist center, so the transport is essential.