Self-Drive Husky Ride
Starting from 179,00 € / person
Available: November – March
Duration: 3 hours
Destination: Rovaniemi
We welcome you to experience a thrilling ride along the forest trail with huskies that were born to run!
The trail length is between 4 – 5km and takes approximately 30 minutes to complete, depending on the weather conditions and speed of the group.
The huskies are ready and waiting to meet you, becoming excited to show you their favourite trail through the beautiful, frozen forest.
Before you set off, our experienced guide will give you detailed instructions on how to handle the sled, how to use the brake to speed up and slow down and also and tell you all about the dogs and their history as part of the Lappish culture.
You will get chance to take control of the sled, standing at the back and driving the dogs. Enjoy the journey as the dogs eagerly pull you along the scenic path, where you will feel the frosty air rushing past your face and hear the patter of paws in front of you, as they work together to get you to the destination. There is a chance to stop around half way, so you can swap drivers and take some photos with the dogs and sled.
The beautiful, winding trail will take you through both forested and more open areas. You will get chance to see the stunning snow-covered landscape in this idyllic rural location.
There will also be time for you to pet the huskies and get to know their individual personalities and role within the pack. You can take as many pictures as you like with the dogs, who are more than happy to receive your attention!
You will also be provided with a hot drink and small snack.
This activity is distributed by Santa Claus Holiday Village on behalf of Christmas House Safaris
Book your tour now!
- Adults (13+): 188,46 €* (Nov. 23 – Nov. 30 & Jan. 11 – March 31)
- Adults (13+): 198,99 €* (Dec. 1 – Jan. 10)
- Children (3 – 12 yr.): 135,82 €* (Nov. 23 – Nov. 30 & Jan. 11 – March 31)
- Children (3 – 12 yr.): 146,35 €* (Dec. 1 – Jan. 10)
- Infants (0 – 2 yr.): Free of charge
*includes booking fee
Includes
- Thermal overalls and winter boots
- Pick up from Santa Claus Holiday Village or Rovaniemi City Center (outside Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus) or Santasport Rovaniemi
- Guidance in English
- Husky sled ride (4 – 5km – approx. 30 minutes depending on conditions)
- Self-driving experience
- Hot drink and small snack
- Time to meet and pet the huskies
Disclaimer
- In early winter, if the snow conditions do not allow for travel on snow, we reserve the right to use wheeled sleds.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What should I wear?
You will be provided with a winter overall and snow boots. We recommend that you wear warm clothing underneath the overall – consider clothing made from wool, fleece and thermal material. Warm socks are also very important! Be sure to bring a warm hat, scarf and gloves with you.
We supply overalls between sizes 80cm for children and 3XL for adults and winter boots between 26 and 46 European sizes.
- How many people ride in one sled?
It is usually possible to fit two children in the sled with 1 adult in the sled and 1 adult driving. The guide will make the final decision about the sled arrangements for the safety of the guests and welfare of the animals.
- Can I drive the husky sled?
Yes, you will have chance to drive the sled yourself.
- What if I am not comfortable driving the sled?
We kindly request that the sleds must be driven by the participants. We can not guarantee that a guide will be available to drive the sled if the participant does not want to drive.
- Is there a minimum age for children joining this activity?
Children of all ages are welcome to join this activity.
- Is there a weight limit?
There is no set weight limit, however the guild will arrange the participants on the sleds to help distribute the weight as evenly as possible for the welfare of the dogs.
- Is this activity suitable for pregnant women?
This activity is suitable for pregnant women.
- Are there any physical restrictions for those who can join?
Unfortunately, due to the snowy conditions, the forest location for this activity is not accessible for wheelchair users. For safety reasons, we kindly ask guests who have limited mobility to contact us before booking, so we can check with the guide if it will be safe for you to join.
- Will the activity be cancelled if it is too cold?
In Finnish Lapland, it is common for winter temperatures to drop below -20C and sometimes even below -30C. This activity will operate as long as the temperatures are safe for guests and the animals, and will only be cancelled in cases of extreme cold or otherwise adverse weather conditions, which will be determined by the guide.
- What if I have special dietary requirements?
Please let us know in advance if you have any special dietary requirements so we can accommodate your needs.
Cancellation Policy
- More than 24 hours before activity start time – full refund
- Less than 24 hours before activity start time – non-refundable
- No show – non-refundable
All cancellations must be made via email to [email protected]. The cancellation will be regarded as being received at the time the information of the cancellation in question has reached Santa Claus Holiday Village. In the case of unforeseeable events, i.e. force majeure, Santa Claus Holiday Village is entitled to cancel the booking. In these cases the customer is entitled to receive a reimbursement of all payments remitted to the hotel in full.
Complaints
All the complaints must be done immediately at the time of the tour to the tour provider and sales desk needs to be informed of any possible refunds. Later complaints at the sales desk are not eligible for any refunds. Complaints and requests for refunds must be made directly to Santa Claus Holiday Village, not Wild Nordic Finland.
Wild Nordic is a travel company operating in Rovaniemi and Levi, Finnish Lapland. We have been providing unforgettable experiences since 1997.
