Full-day Self-drive Dog Sledding Experience in Leipijärvi from Haparanda

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From€568
6 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 15 years-old and up
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Calling all adrenaline lovers and outdoor adventure enthusiasts - don't miss this full-day experience, dog sledding in Swedish Lapland from Haparanda!

May 2025
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Meeting point:
Polaris Outdoor Experiences, Leipijärvi, 11, 953 91, Haparanda, Sweden
Spoken languages:English, Swedish
Cancellation: Moderate
Weather guarantee:Free rescheduling or refund if the activity must be cancelled due to bad weather.
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For seeking an immersive and educational dog sledding experience amidst the picturesque winter panoramas of Swedish Lapland, don't miss this 6-hour, guided excursion, dog sledding in Leipijärvi from Haparanda! Welcoming adventurers ages 15 and up.

Located near the Finnish border in northeastern Sweden (Swedish Lapland), the remote and scenic area of Haparanda is known for its pristine wilderness, boreal forests, and proximity to the Arctic Circle. What better way to discover this incredible region in winter than by embarking on a full-pledged guided adventure, dog sledding in Leipijärvi from Haparanda! Including lunch, transfers, and in-depth dog sledding knowledge from seasoned professionals, this winter experience promises to delight.

The fun starts when you and another participant arrive at the meeting point, where you'll be greeted by the knowledgeable and friendly guide, a professional musher (dog sled team driver). After a safety and itinerary briefing, you'll receive an introduction to dog sledding and dog sledding techniques, including commands and how to handle a dog sled pulled by 12 energetic huskies! Now for the best part, you'll meet the adorable Siberian huskies who a raring to run.

For the first part of the tour, dog sledding in Leipijärvi from Haparanda, your guide will drive the team while you and another passenger are seated comfortably on the sled with reindeer pelts. As you set off through the snow-capped forests of Swedish Lapland at high speeds, you'll experience a sensation like none other and will get a sense of what it's like to drive a dog sled team. Returning to the departure point, the huskies will take a well-earned break and you'll learn about the daily lives of the dogs including feeding times, etc.

After a delicious lunch (please specify any dietary restrictions when booking) served with a steaming cup of coffee or tea, the adventure continues! You'll help harness and hook up the huskies and this time, you will be the one driving the powerful dog sledding team with the guidance of the guide, who will also be on the sled. Traversing the scenic winter landscapes on a fast-paced tour, dog sledding in Leipijärvi from Haparanda, you'll feel a sense of accomplishment and pride, working together as a team with the dogs.

Back at the husky farm, you'll assist in taking the harnesses off the dogs and making sure they are comfortable in their pens with, of course, lots of cuddles for a job well done and photos! After saying goodbye, you'll have a newfound love of huskies and dog sledding, going home with memories that will last a lifetime of dog sledding in Leipijärvi from Haparanda!

Make your next winter vacation the best yet by booking this memorable tour, dog sledding in Leipijärvi from Haparanda, today!

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