Self-Drive Dog Sledding Safari from Rovaniemi

Learn an ancient Arctic skill and explore the incredible landscapes of Finnish Lapland on this amazing dog sledding excursion from Rovaniemi! Encounter an authentic musher (dog sled driver), learn how they train and take care of their athletic and energetic huskies, and even get the chance to meet some adorable puppies if it's the season. In the Arctic, dog sledging has been used as a practical and efficient mode of transportation that can navigate difficult terrain without the need for excessive speed. Mushing, which is the traditional name for dog sledding, involves directing a team of well-trained dogs (usually huskies), so they can drive you through diverse Arctic landscapes. As the capital of Finnish Lapland, Rovaniemi is a great place to try this wonderful sport, thanks to its easy accessibility and multiple husky kennels and farms in the surrounding wilderness.

On the day of your self-drive dog sledding excursion from Rovaniemi, you'll have the option to be picked up in certain spots around the city or you'll need to arrive at the meeting point at least 65 minutes before the starting time of the experience to prepare. At the Safartica Rovaniemi 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!

You'll have two options to choose from when you book this dog sledding safari from Rovaniemi: a 1-hour or a 2-hour ride. The first one will be 7 to 10 kilometres long, while the second will be 12 to 17 kilometres long, depending on your experience and skill. Either way, your instructor will drive you to the husky farm, meet the expert musher who will teach you how to handle the husky team, and start driving! Midway through the experience, you'll be able to stop, take pictures, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Arctic forest where the excursion usually takes place. And when you get back, you'll have the chance to visit around the Husky farm, enjoy some time with the dogs, and learn how they're trained and cared for before returning to Rovaniemi for the end of the experience.

Keep in mind that, although 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, and anything else you might need (medication, extra snacks) to spend 3 hours on this amazing dog sledding excursion from Rovaniemi!

Don't miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime and sign up to learn how to mush, explore the stunning landscapes of Finnish Lapland, and spend time with some adorable huskies. Book your self-drive dog sledding safari from Rovaniemi today!