Sunrise Husky Sled Tour in Kiruna: Sit back and ride

Ride behind a team of Alaskan Huskies instead of holding the reins

A three-hour dog sled tour near Kiruna where you sit on a sled pulled by 12–14 Alaskan Huskies through the Poikkijärvi Woods, with a guide driving and you relaxing into the ride. Winter overalls, boots and gloves are provided. The kennel is 17km outside town with free pickup included. After the run, feed the dogs and warm up at an open fire with coffee and snacks.

The experience

The sled seats four people total, and you settle in as one of your experienced guides takes the reins. The team of Huskies pulls you through dark forest in the early morning, and the pace lets you absorb the landscape without the work of steering or managing the dogs yourself. If conditions align, you might spot a moose or reindeer moving through the trees. The whole ride lasts the morning, and the cold, sometimes dropping below minus 30 Celsius, is what makes the snow crystallize and the light behave the way it does at that hour.

Before you board the sled, the kennel team walks you through helping ready the dogs if you want to. After the ride, you feed your team a chunk of meat, their favorite winter snack, and watch them eat. Then everyone moves to the fire hut, where you thaw out with a warm drink and a snack while the wood fire crackles. The whole setup is intentionally remote, 17km from the main tourist center of Kiruna and away from other operators, so the forest feels genuinely quiet.

Winter gear is provided (overalls, boots, gloves), though the kennel asks you to dress as warmly as you can beforehand. They'll add layers if the temperature demands it. Free pickup runs from central Kiruna to the kennel, so you don't need a car or a ride arranged separately. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Swedish depending on your group.

What’s included

• Winter overalls, boots, gloves and other cold-weather gear.
• coffee and tea.
• snacks.
• free pickup and drop-off from central Kiruna.
• a guide in English, Spanish or Swedish.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to14h 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 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.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated today

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?Book this if you're staying in Kiruna town center and want pickup included rather than arranging your own transport to the kennel.

Traveler reviews

4.97★★★★★★★★★★

121 verified traveler reviews

5 ★117

4 ★4

3 ★0

2 ★0

1 ★0

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Swedish.

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. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I help get the dogs ready before the sled ride?

Yes, you can help harness and secure the Huskies before you depart if you want to. It's optional and part of the experience the kennel offers.

What happens after the sled ride ends?

After the ride, you feed your Husky team their favorite winter snack, then move to a cosy fire hut where you warm up with coffee or tea and a snack by an open wood fire.

How cold does it get, and what winter clothes do I need to bring?

Temperatures can drop below minus 30 Celsius. Dress as warmly as you can in your own layers, and the kennel will provide overalls, boots and gloves to supplement what you wear.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel in Kiruna?

Yes, free pickup is included from central Kiruna. The kennel is 17km outside town, and the driver brings you there, lets you change into winter gear, then takes you into the forest.

What is the sled team like?

The sled is pulled by 12–14 Alaskan Huskies, a friendly pack that the kennel describes as super friendly canines. You'll meet them before the ride and feed them after.