Go on a dog sledding tour and ride through the winter wonderland of Northern Norway! A holiday above the Arctic Circle is incomplete without going on a husky sledding adventure.
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7 hours
08:50
Tromsø
While we wait for enough snow to settle, try the Autumn version of dogsledding: dogcarting! Explore one of the valleys where you can see several glaciers and drive along the river.
7-8 hours
08:45
Tromsø
Autumn offer: Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Come dogsledding on wheels with us through the stunning vally of Skibotn, incl return transport from Tromsø center!
7 hours
08:45/ 11:45
Tromsø
Join man's best friend on an exciting dog sledding adventure in scenic surroundings! A great option if you were on a late northern light tour the day before.
5 hours
08:30/ 11:30
Tromsø
Enjoy a relaxed morning, and join us for a late departure dog sledding tour at Breivikeidet, with views on the majestic Lyngen Alps.
7 hours
08:50
Tromsø
While we wait for enough snow to settle, try the Autumn version of dogsledding: dogcarting! Explore one of the valleys where you can see several glaciers and drive along the river.
7-8 hours
08:45
Tromsø
Autumn offer: Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Come dogsledding on wheels with us through the stunning vally of Skibotn, incl return transport from Tromsø center!
5 hours
08:30/ 11:30
Tromsø
Enjoy a relaxed morning, and join us for a late departure dog sledding tour at Breivikeidet, with views on the majestic Lyngen Alps.
7 hours
08:45/ 11:45
Tromsø
Join man's best friend on an exciting dog sledding adventure in scenic surroundings! A great option if you were on a late northern light tour the day before.
4 hours
11:45 / 16:00
Tromsø
Join us for an exclusive dog sledding adventure in the heart of the Arctic, with a departure from Tromsø centre.
8,5 hours
08:15
Tromsø
Travelling through the pine tree forest and into the beautiful white mountains, you will experience the true arctic wilderness. Our Alaskan huskys will greet you with excited barking and friendly attitude.
8.5 hours
08:15
Tromsø
Same tour as the Dog sledding in Arctic nature, from Tromsø - Tour 1, but with lunch being served before the dog sledding activity.
Sled dogs used to be one of the main forms of winter transportation in the Arctic.
Traditionally developed by northern indigenous peoples, it enabled them to connect to some of the most isolated places.
While people now travel by plane, car or snowmobile, dog sledding has become more of a tourism adventure!
The best time to go dog sledding in Northern Norway is from December to March. In December and January, you will experience the blue hours of the Polar Night.
Longer daylight hours will come in February, while more snow and milder temperatures are expected in March.
From September until the first snow arrives, you can go a dog sledding adventure using wheeled carts.
The bonus while going on a husky tour in autumn is the possibility of enjoying the beautiful golden and russet red colours of the trees in the valley.
Northern Norway sure offers some spectacular Arctic scenery to go on a husky sledding adventure!
We have husky camps in different locations: Tamok and Breivikeidet (with transportation from and back to Tromsø included).
All the tours include comfortable return bus transfers from Tromsø or Narvik.
Usually you need a team of four to six dogs to pull a sled. The dogs are tied in pairs to a single towline, which is then attached to the sled.
Our tours involve 60 to 90 minutes of dog sledding. A briefing on how to handle the sled will be given.
It’s not that hard as the dogs are well-trained and know the route. Most of our tours give you the chance to be a musher or, in other words, drive your own husky sled with a passenger sitting on it.
You will have the chance to switch places halfway. An experienced guide will lead a small group of guests on the trails.
Our dog sledding trips include transportation, lunch, hot drinks and thermal wear (winter thermal suits, winter boots, socks, mittens and hats).
If you are wondering what to wear during your tour, merino layers are always a good idea to keep you warm.
Our dog sledding tours are designed to fit different levels as we have self-drive and non-self-drive options (depending on the camp).
No previous experience is required but you must be moderately physically fit and have a sense of balance to join one of our self-drive dog sledding trips. You should also be aware that you might have to play your part in helping the dog team up the slopes.
The most common dogs used for dog sledding are Alaskan huskies. These dogs are truly born for it. They are strong, hardy, enduring and capable of speed.
Sled dogs have been known to run for more than 64 km without needing a break. They can travel at an average of 32 km/h over short distances and maintain a steady speed of 16 to 23 km/h on longer distances while pulling up to 40 kg each.
Even in poor trail conditions, huskies can manage a speed of 9.7 to 11 km/h. For safety and comfort during our tours, you will be travelling at a pace of about 12 km/h.
Owing to their very thick fur, huskies can withstand temperatures down to minus 40°C.
However, when it gets really cold, the guides will often put booties on the dogs to protect their paws. Besides, huskies are intelligent and affectionate dogs.
The dog sledding season in Northern Norway typically runs from December to March, depending on snow conditions. The winter months offer the best opportunities, with stable snow and Arctic landscapes at their most dramatic.
Based on our guests reviews
We did the Dog Sledding tour with Best Arctic & If you are on the fence about this one… DO IT!!! This was the best thing we did on our trip [...] You navigate your dogs through this winter wonderland, and they are just so happy to be with you and getting exercise! [...] This trip made my bucket list and is one we’ll never forget! Absolutely worth the cost!
Based on our guests reviews
We went on the Tromsø Dogsledding tour in the afternoon and could not recommend it enough. The dogs were all so sweet and happy, you could tell that the staff truly cared and loved them! [...] Best experience :)
Based on our guests reviews
We did husky sledding and it was an incredible and unique experience. [...] you are enjoying the incredible scenery while going along for the ride. [...] Tromso is known for the aurora, but I would highly recommend this too.
Based on our guests reviews
A wonderful adventure with everything your heart desires! […] The explanations were concise, allowing us to get started quickly. We felt well-informed and safe at all times.[...] It was a unique experience. […] A huge compliment to the entire team for this wonderful and thoughtfully organized experience. We'd love to do it again!
Based on our guests reviews
Absolutely mind blowing experience in a wonderful landscape with warm and caring people. I can only recommend booking this dog sledding activity [...] On top of that, the soup was super tasty!
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