Self-Drive Dog Sledding in Kvaløya from Tromsø

Embark on a thrilling dog sledding excursion from Tromsø on the breathtaking island of Kvaløya, located in Troms og Finnmark county, just a 30-minute drive from the city of Tromsø. Known for its dramatic coastal scenery and majestic mountains, Kvaløya provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable winter experience, where you can ride your sled and glide along snowy trails behind your huskies.

The adventure begins at the starting point in Tromsø, where you will meet your experienced guide. For your convenience, they will drive you to the kennels located on Kvaløya Island and during the trip you can relax and admire the snow-covered landscapes. Upon arrival, you'll meet the adorable husky dogs and puppies! Then, the guide will take you through a safety briefing and teach you how to drive your own team of dogs. Don’t worry, no previous dog sledding experience is required, you just need to have a good physical condition and follow your musher's instructions to enjoy this adventure!

With the help of your guide, you'll get set up with your sled and team of huskies. Each sled will be shared between two participants, with one driver and one passenger and the chance to switch midway. Once everyone is ready, your dog sledding excursion in Kvaløya begins! You'll set off guiding your dogs through the snowy winter wonderland of Norway. Following the instructor, you'll ride through the beautiful mountain landscape of Kvaløya, enjoying every minute of this thrilling excursion. Halfway through the tour, you'll stop for a break and switch positions on the sled. Then, you'll drive back to the kennels and unharness the dogs from the sled.

At the camp, you'll enjoy a hot lunch by the open fire in a cosy gamme-hut, where you will enjoy Bidos (a traditional Sami reindeer stew), a delicious chocolate cake dessert, coffee and tea. After bidding farewell to your new furry friends, you'll be driven back to Tromsø, filled with memories of an extraordinary dog sledding excursion in Kvaløya.

Embark on a thrilling winter adventure with this self-drive dog sledding excursion from Tromsø! Prefer to sit back and enjoy the ride? Check out our guided dog sledding tour in Kvaløya instead!