Discover the thrill of driving your own team of huskies and learn more about amazing animals on this 1-hour dog sledding safari in Inari!
Discover the thrill of driving your own team of huskies and learn more about amazing animals on this 1-hour, family-friendly, dog sledding safari in Inari Saariselkä! Welcoming adventurers of all ages.
Located in Finnish Lapland, Inari is situated in Northern Finland and is known for its pristine Arctic wilderness. What better way to enjoy Inari's winter wonderland than by embarking upon a fun-filled dog sledding adventure?
Your experience begins at the meeting point in Inari, just a 20-minute drive from Saariselkä. (*Please follow the listed directions, as navigation applications are not always accurate for this remote location). Upon arrival, you and your group (a maximum of 14 participants) will be greeted by your expert guide/musher. After you've recieve a safety briefing and an introduction to dog sledding and dog sled driving techniques, it's time to meet the adorable dogs!
Then, get ready for an adrenaline rush like none other! You'll set off into the snowy landscapes of Finnish Lapland at high speeds, driving your own team of energetic huskies and taking in the beautiful snow-capped forests and rolling hills along the way. Midway through the tour, you'll take a short break and can switch drivers (provided that both are at least 18 years old). After your return to the Husky Farm, you'll enjoy some cuddle time with the dogs as well as amazing photo opportunities.
Don't miss the adventure of a lifetime and book this beginner, self-drive dog sledding safari in Inari near Saariselkä today!
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Practical information
Since Google Maps, etc. are often unreliable in this remote location, please follow the directions listed below to arrive at the meeting point:
Travel 10 km (6 miles) from Saariselkä towards Ivalo or 20 km (12 miles) from Ivalo towards Saariselkä.
Turn to Auskottivaarantie and drive 1,5 km (0.9 miles) then turn left (yellow Frozen Lake Husky signs) to steep uphill and drive 2 km (1.2 miles)until you have reached the end of the road.
* Please contact your instructors after you place your booking to receive the directions in full.
- Please arrive at the meeting point before the departure time
- Welcome and meet your experienced guide
- Safety briefing and introduction to dog sledding
- The adventure begins!
- Dog sledding tour
- Break/switch drivers
- Return to the Husky farm
- Opportunity to take photos and snuggle with the dogs
This activity features 2 people per sled. Dog sled drivers must be at least 18 years old and participants can take turns driving. Children are seated on the sled.
Please dress for the Arctic climate with warm thermal layers and waterproof winter boots.
- Guide
- Dog sledding equipment
- Transfer
- Winter clothing
- Food and drinks
- Warm winter coat
- Snow pants
- Warm thermal layers
- Wool socks
- Boots
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Snacks and drinks
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