Live your Arctic dreams in Norway on a thrilling dog sledding excursion in remote Malangen near Tromsø!
Experience Norway's winter wonderland while driving your own dog sledding team on this fun-filled and family-friendly self-drive dog sledding excursion in Malangen near Tromsø! Welcoming beginners and Arctic adventurers ages 4 and up.
Located in northern Norway, just a 1.5-hour drive from Tromsø, Malangen is celebrated for the stunning mountainous landscapes of the Malangen Fjord. Its snow-capped peaks, rugged terrain, dense forests, and coastal topography make remote Malangen a dream for nature lovers and outdoor adventure enthusiasts alike. A guided excursion, dog sledding in Malangen near Tromsø is an opportunity not to be missed when travelling to northern Norway in the winter months!
The fun starts at the meeting point in Malangen, where you and your small group will be greeted by an experienced and professional dog sledding instructor. Once everyone has received and changed into their thermal suits and winter boots, you'll be taken on a guided tour of the dog farm and meet the adorable animals! Next, the instructor provides a safety and itinerary briefing, followed by an introduction to dog sledding and dog sled driving techniques. Next, you'll help set up the dog sled teams with 4-6 dogs per team and 2 participants per sled with one person driving and the other seated in front of the sled.
When both dogs and humans are ready, you'll set off through the snow-covered landscapes of Norway and the tour, dog sledding in Malangen near Tromsø truly starts! As the energetic dogs pull the sled through the snowy terrain, you'll feel a rush of adrenaline like none other. Over the 1-2 hours of dog sledding, you'll pass through snow-covered forests and a picturesque frozen lake with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. Don't forget your camera! Midway through dog sledding in Malangen near Tromsø, you'll stop to give the dogs a well-deserved break. This is the perfect time to take amazing photos. In addition, you also have the opportunity to switch drivers.
Returning to the dog farm, you'll have plenty of time for cuddles with your newfound dog friends before being treated to a delicious snack and hot drink around a crackling campfire in a traditional 'lavo'. The perfect way to warm up on cold winter days in Norway and a great note to end this memorable tour, dog sledding in Malangen near Tromsø!
For an unforgettable winter adventure in Norway, book this guided excursion, dog sledding in Malangen near Tromsø today!
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Practical information
- Arrival at the meeting point in Malangen (please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time)
- Meet your experienced instructor
- Receive a thermal suit and winter boots
- Meet the adorable dogs!
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Introduction to dog sledding and dog sled driving techniques
- Set up the dog sledding teams
- The adventure begins!
- Dog sledding in the Norwegian wilderness (1 to 2 hours in total)
- Midway break to take photos, cuddle the dogs, and the option to switch drivers
- The adventure continues!
- Return to the original departure point
- Goodbye hugs with your dog team
- Hot drink and snack around a campfire in a traditional Lavo
Please be advised that all children must be accompanied by an adult.
This excursion is not recommended for those with health concerns. A decent level of fitness is required to push the dog sled (if needed) and drive the dog sledding team.
A minimum of 2 participants is required to run this tour.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time.
This dog sledding excursion features 2 participants per sled.
In addition, transportation from Tromsø is NOT included in this activity.
The total dog sledding duration ranges from 1 to 2 hours and is variable due to weather conditions and the skill levels of the group. Also, there are 4-6 dog per dog sledding team.
- English and French-speaking Instructor
- Thermal suit
- Winter boots
- Hot drinks
- Snack
- Hotel transfers
- Gloves
- Hat
- Warm clothing
- Warm layers of clothing
- Thick wool socks
- Gloves
- Hat
- Scarf
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Water