Self-Drive Dog Sledding Safari from Levi

Embark on an incredible adventure across the stunning landscapes of Finnish Lapland and learn a new skill by the side of a group of friendly, cute, and extremely well-trained huskies on this self-drive dog sledding safari from Levi! Historically, dog sledging has been used by Arctic peoples for hundreds of years as a practical and inventive mode of transportation, and the bond between huskies and their mushers (sledge drivers) remains a vital one to this day. Visitors in the Scandinavian countries and a few other places in the world can experience this incredible activity and even drive the sleds themselves (with a little training). This is what Safartica proposes to clients on this experience, in the incredible and wild Arctic landscapes that surround the village of Levi, mostly known for its ski resort.

On the day of your self-drive dog sledding excursion from Levis, you'll have the option to be picked up in certain spots around the village or you'll need to arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before the starting time of the experience. At the Safartica headquarters, you'll meet your expert instructor, who will give you a thorough safety briefing and distribute the high-quality equipment you'll use throughout the day, which will include a thermal suit, snow boots, gloves, a scarf, woollen socks, and a beanie. You'll have some time to gear up, and once you're ready, it's time to go!

The experience will start as you drive over to the dog kennel, where you'll meet the friendly huskies who will lead your sled. There, an expert musher (dog sled driver) will teach you all you need to know about driving the sled and leading the husky team, as well as give you a clear itinerary, so you know where to go during the experience. Once you feel prepared, it's time to start! You'll spend around 1 hour riding the sled at full speed over the stunning landscapes of Finnish Lapland, enjoying the incredible energy from the huskies and the peaceful atmosphere of the snowy forests you cross. The circuit will be around 16 kilometres in length, and when you return to the kennel, you'll say goodbye to the team of adorable huskies, and warm up with hot drinks and biscuits.

Keep in mind that, though your instructor will lend you good-quality winter equipment, you should also come prepared with thermal layers and even a good windproof and waterproof jacket to wear under the suit if it's very cold outside. You should also bring a hat, a scarf, warm winter shoes, a hat, and anything else you might need (medication, extra snacks) to spend 3 hours on this amazing dog sledding safari from Levi!

Don't miss out on the chance to learn about an ancient Arctic practice and direct your own team of energetic, adorable huskies through the landscapes of Finnish Lapland. Book your self-drive dog sledding safari from Levi today!