Self-drive Dog Sledding Excursion near Lake Inari from Saariselkä

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Embark upon an exhilarating adventure into the heart of northern Finland's wilderness while driving your own team of huskies departing from Saariselkä!

May 2025
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Pick up is offered from select locations in Saariselkä and Ivalo (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking)
Spoken languages:English, Finnish
Cancellation: Flexible
Weather guarantee:Free rescheduling or refund if the activity must be cancelled due to bad weather.
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Make your Arctic explorer dreams come true by joining this thrilling 4-hour, self-drive dog sledding excursion near Lake Inari from Saariselkä with transportation included! Welcoming adventurers of all ages.

The picturesque village of Saariselkä is located in northern Finland (Finnish Lapland) in close proximity to one of the country's largest national parks, the Urho Kekkonen National Park. Situated above the Arctic Circle, Saariselkä is renowned for its pristine landscapes and dense forests. When travelling to northern Finland, a self-drive dog sledding excursion near Lake Inari from Saariselkä is an exciting way to immerse yourself in the winter wonderland of Finnish Lapland!

The adventure begins at one of the listed meeting points in Saariselkä or Ivalo (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking). From there, you'll be greeted by your experienced guide and will set out on the scenic 45-minute transfer to the husky kennel in Veskoniemi near Lake Inari. Upon your arrival, you'll receive a warm welcome and a guided tour of the husky kennel with time to play with, cuddle, and photograph the adorable huskies! Next, you'll be provided with an introduction to dog sledding and dog sled driving techniques with an emphasis on safety and fun.

With 2 people per sled, one driving and the other comfortably seated, you'll set off into the stunning snow-covered landscapes of Finnish Lapland on a 8-10 km (5-6 miles) self-drive dog sledding excursion near Lake Inari from Saariselkä. As the dog sled team pulls you through the snow at high speeds, you'll experience a thrill like none other, don't forget your camera! Midway, the tour stops to give the dogs a well-deserved break and if you wish, to switch drivers.

Returning to the husky farm, you'll give your dog sledding team more cuddles before being treated to a hot drink in a traditional Kota, the perfect way to warm up from the cold temperatures in northern Finland! At the end of the self-drive dog sledding excursion near Lake Inari from Saariselkä, you'll bid your newfound friends farewell, returning to the original departure point in Saariselkä or Ivalo with lifelong memories of Finnish Lapland.

Make your winter vacation in Finland the best yet by booking this self-drive dog sledding excursion near Lake Inari from Saariselkä today!

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4.7/5

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Manuela C., Italy — 25/02/2025
5/5
Dopo una breve spiegazione, siamo saliti sulle slitte, uno guidava e l’altro era seduto davanti, a metà percorso ci siamo alternati. I cani sono eccitati e impazienti di partire, è abbastanza semplice rimanere in equilibrio, un po’ faticoso frenare perché bisogna usare tutto il peso del corpo. Si suda, ma i piedi si congelano, consiglio di indossare quelle bustine riscaldanti. Gli organizzatori ti prelevano a casa, l’esperienza dura due ore in tutto, comprese le coccole ai cani. 10km è la lunghezza giusta, di più sarebbe stato troppo stancante, di meno, invece, non abbastanza per sentirsi soddisfatti. Alla fine della corsa abbiamo potuto accarezzare i cani e stare con loro, inoltre ci hanno offerto una bibita calda in una kota con spiegazione sui cani. L’esperienza più eccitante del viaggio in Lapponia, da fare assolutamente!
Wendy F., United Kingdom — 12/02/2025
5/5
This truly was an experience of a lifetime! The weather was super cold (-28) and the scenery simply stunning! The dogs were so excited to be on their way and the route way better than I expected. Really clear instructions and the chance to swap drivers mid way through. Wonderful to fuss the dogs after the ride and the hot drink and information talk afterwards was great. Could not recommend this enough!
Sebastian M., Switzerland — 05/02/2025
4/5
Well organised, friendly Staff, great Dogs
Emilie C., France — 25/02/2025
5/5
Très belle activité chien de traîneau parcours plutôt long on a bien le temps d’en profiter c’est super agréable petit jus chaud et explications sur les chiens
Marc C., France — 21/02/2025
5/5
Activité en tous points conforme au descriptif : notre accompagnatrice était accueillante, sympa et très compétente

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