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The 15 Best Husky Sledding Tours in the Arctic

32 tours  ·  from $116 a head

The real question is whether you drive the team or ride behind somebody who does. The 15 below split on exactly that, plus kennel time, run length and price, across Rovaniemi, Tromsø, Kiruna and Iceland.

Tromsø: Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide - Meeting the herd of about 300 reindeer
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Tromsø: Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide

1.Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,417 reviews · 4 hours · from $198Our pick

Travel by bus from Tromsø to a Sami reindeer camp, where you can feed a herd of about 300 animals, take a reindeer sled ride, and eat a hot meal in a lavuu tent. Sami guides such as Ilya, Maria, and Inga share personal stories, explain reindeer herding, and perform traditional joik singing around the fire.

“Feeding the reindeer was super cool. The Sami guides are knowledgeable and really interesting. The hot drinks and cookies were nice refreshments to warm up. The sledding was nice, would have been even better if it had been a longer ride!”

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Tromsø: Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure - Meeting at Scandic Ishavshotel
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Tromsø: Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure

2.Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,498 reviews · from $328

Meet more than 130 Alaskan huskies on Kvaløya, learn to handle your own sled, and take turns driving through Arctic scenery for about 70 to 80 minutes. Arctic Adventure Tours provides transport, thermal suits, boots, and gloves, followed by hot drinks and cake in a Sami lavvo. Basic fitness is needed.

“This was by far the best activity we did in Tromso. When we arrived the dogs were all super excited to see us. We were allowed to play with them for a bit before getting in our sleds. They provided warm outer wear so we were not cold. Sledding through the beautiful mountains was amazing. Spectacular and fun. The owner was great and provided us with warm drinks and cake after and told us all about the huskies. It’s definitely worth the money and a must do in Tromso.”

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From Tromsø: Fun and Easy Dog Sledding Adventure - Learning to drive a team of huskies
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From Tromsø: Fun and Easy Dog Sledding Adventure

3.Fun and Easy Dog Sledding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,004 reviews · 4h 30m · from $282

Travel 50 minutes from Tromsø to Breivikeidet, where guides fit you with thermal gear and teach you to drive a husky sled. Two people share one sled and swap halfway through roughly an hour of forest and open-field riding. Afterward, meet the dogs and warm up in a Sami lavvu with hot drinks and cake.

“Was very enjoyable to learn the dogsledding, pet the huskies and engage the carers and team running the activity! Would recommend to anyone who wants the experience!”

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Tromsø: Husky Sled Self-Drive with Traditional Lunch - Learning to mush before the dogs run
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Tromsø: Husky Sled Self-Drive with Traditional Lunch

4.Husky Sled Self-Drive with Traditional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,896 reviews · 4 hours · from $282

At Tromsø Villmarkssenter, you learn to steer a shared sled pulled by an eager husky team, then swap driving duties halfway through. Guides such as Gustav, Lilia, Max, and Renee have helped make the outing friendly and clear. Afterward, meet the dogs and puppies before eating bidos, hot drinks, and chocolate cake in a cozy gamme hut.

“Renee was amazing, so friendly and helpful, she made the whole experience special. Great setup and well organized. I never felt overwhelmed learning something new.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Husky Visit with Traditional Dinner - Meeting more than 200 huskies
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Husky Visit with Traditional Dinner

5.Northern Lights Husky Visit with Traditional Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,666 reviews · 4 hours · from $187

Travel 30 minutes from Tromsø to Tromsø Villmarkssenter for an evening with more than 200 Alaskan huskies, including puppies. Guides such as Zoe, Bram, and Linda share stories about the dogs and Aurora, while you enjoy thermal clothing, a lavvo, bacalao, hot drinks, cake, and a campfire. Dog sledding is not included.

“Pick up was prompt & easy from Radisson Hotel and bus journey was perfectly comfortable. With over 200 Alaskan huskies to meet & greet me, I was in heaven 🐶🐶🐶 The staff were warm & welcoming, the food was absolutely delicious (with generous portions) and the talks afterwards were very interesting. I would recommend this outing to anyone who has a love of dogs. It was a privilege to cuddle these magnificent canines 😊 The aurora showed up, too...”

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Rovaniemi: Reindeer, Huskies & Santa Claus Village - Starting the morning at the correct office
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Rovaniemi: Reindeer, Huskies & Santa Claus Village

6.Reindeer, Huskies & Santa Claus Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,543 reviews · from $213

Spend six hours visiting a reindeer farm, riding 500 meters behind reindeer and huskies, eating salmon or vegetarian soup, and exploring Santa Claus Village. English-speaking guides handle transport and winter clothing. You can cross the Arctic Circle, meet Santa, and children under 150 cm get a 10-minute mini-snowmobile ride.

“The tour was great from start to finish and our guide was amazing! I can’t remember his name (begins with an L) but he was so attentive to everyone’s needs/wishes and always made sure we were having the best time, offering to take photos and videos for us too! The huskies were just a dream! I had the best time and will definitely be doing it again! I also booked this companies Northern Lights Tour after my original tour had finished (as they still had space) and as much as the lights didn’t show that night, I still had the most incredible time- toasting marshmallows, eating biscuits, drinking hot drinks…”

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Rovaniemi: Apukka Husky Adventure - Meeting the Apukka huskies before the trail
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Rovaniemi: Apukka Husky Adventure

7.Apukka Husky Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,328 reviews · from $237

Travel from Rovaniemi or Santa Claus Village to Apukka Resort for an English-guided husky safari. Meet the dogs, learn about their daily care, then take turns driving a 7 to 10 kilometer sled through snowy forest. Winter clothing, transfers, dog time, and a hot drink are included.

“My experience at Apukka Resort’s dog sledding adventure in Finland was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment I arrived, it felt like stepping into a winter fairytale. The pristine snow-covered landscapes, the gentle crunch of snow beneath the sled, and the eager excitement of the huskies created a memory that will stay with me forever. The staff were warm, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about their work. They took the time to introduce us to the dogs, sharing stories about their personalities and the care they receive. It was heartwarming to see how well the huskies were treated and how much they loved running through the snow. The sledding itself…”

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Rovaniemi: Snowmobile Safari, Reindeer & Husky Sleigh Ride - Meeting the huskies and taking the short ride
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Rovaniemi: Snowmobile Safari, Reindeer & Husky Sleigh Ride

8.Snowmobile Safari, Reindeer & Husky Sleigh Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 940 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $281

Spend 4.5 hours meeting huskies and reindeer, riding short sleigh routes, and driving a snowmobile through frozen forests and lakes near Rovaniemi. You will share a snowmobile with another adult, switch drivers halfway, and receive winter gear. Guides such as Simon, Lia, Georgina, and Martine are praised for keeping groups safe, cheerful, and on schedule.

“they were very respectful towards the animals which is most important. our guide Simon was very upbeat and a pleasure to spend the day with.”

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Rovaniemi: Daytime Husky Safari - At the kennel, meet the dogs before the trail
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Rovaniemi: Daytime Husky Safari

9.Daytime Husky Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 918 reviews · 2 hours · from $209

Meet Alaskan huskies, learn to steer a sled, and take turns driving a 5 km team through snowy forest and over a frozen lake. English-speaking guides explain husky care and mushing, followed by hot berry drinks, biscuits, and time with the dogs. Winter clothing and transfers are included.

“It was amazing! A proper 30 min or so ride! Higly recommend!”

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Rovaniemi: Husky & Reindeer Experience with Snowmobile Ride - Starting at the Arctic Circle Snowmobile Park
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Rovaniemi: Husky & Reindeer Experience with Snowmobile Ride

10.Husky & Reindeer Experience with Snowmobile Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 806 reviews · from $225

Spend six hours in Lapland combining a one-hour snowmobile ride, 500-meter reindeer and husky sleigh rides, and time at Santa Claus Village. Winter clothing, transport, hot juice, and English-speaking guides are included. Adults need a valid Class B driving license to drive.

“Amazing experience and very lovely guides. If you only have a few days in Lapland this is the best package you can get. We got to do snowmobiles, reindeer and husky rides all in one day.”

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Tromso Husky Self-Drive Sledding with Cake and Drink in Lavvu - Learning to handle your own team
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Tromso Husky Self-Drive Sledding with Cake and Drink in Lavvu

11.Tromso Husky Self-Drive Sledding with Cake and Drink in Lavvu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 746 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $361Top rated

Take a minibus from central Tromsø to a kennel of 130 Alaskan Huskies, learn to handle a sled, and drive a team of five or six dogs with a partner. You will spend 70 to 80 minutes on the trail, switching between driver and passenger, then enjoy cake, coffee, or tea in a warm lavvu.

“Very fun and would do it again it made me feel like I was in the movie Salto! The cake and tea was great and would do this again with others.”

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Sami Culture and Short Reindeer Sledding from Tromso - Feeding 300 reindeer up close
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Sami Culture and Short Reindeer Sledding from Tromso

12.Sami Culture and Short Reindeer Sledding from Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 584 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $204

Travel by coach from central Tromso to a Sami reindeer camp, where you feed about 300 reindeer and take a 10 to 15-minute sleigh ride. Warm up in a lavuu with bidos, coffee, Sami stories, and joik singing. Guide Inga has performed the traditional song for visitors. Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available.

“Highly recommend! You get the real opportunity to interact with the reindeers (it’s interesting how each of them could have a different personality!), enjoy the beautiful scenery on their sleigh and listen to the Sami culture stories. The only thing I’d wish is if I booked even earlier and chose a longer sleigh, which you can then enjoy an even better view of the valley and fjords.”

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From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit - Walking With the Huskies
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From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

13.Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 555 reviews · from $175

Ride a minibus from Tromsø to a husky camp on Kvaløya, then follow an English-speaking guide on an easy-to-moderate snowshoe hike with one or two working huskies. Expect snowy mountain views, time with puppies, warm drinks, and homemade chocolate cake by the fire.

“Very nice visit to the camp and grtting to know how they keep a sustainable model for the dogs and being able to see the pups. The snowshoe walk was EPIC...! The nature, being able to walk with the dogs, and talk to the trainers. I definitely recommend the experience”

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Reindeer Sledding Experience and Sami Culture Tour from Tromso - A 30-minute reindeer sleigh ride
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Reindeer Sledding Experience and Sami Culture Tour from Tromso

14.Reindeer Sledding Experience and Sami Culture Tour from Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 530 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $225

Meet at Tromsø’s Prostneset bus terminal for a 25-minute coastal ride to a Sami reindeer camp. You’ll take a 30-minute sleigh ride, feed a herd of about 300 reindeer, eat bidos stew, and hear Sami stories and joik beside a fire. Guides may include Sami storytellers such as Andreas, Irja, Maria, Marja, or Tea.

“What can I say but brilliant!! The sledding was great, feeding and meeting the reindeer was my hi-light. Endless hot drinks and biscuits. Reindeer soup and a veggie option. Hearing about the Sammi culture was delivered by a lovely lady around a hot fire Well organised. We were also graced by the northern lights which was totally unexpected. Brilliant all round....I loved it.”

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Rovaniemi: Husky Safari on a Snowy Trail - Six miles through Finnish winter
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Rovaniemi: Husky Safari on a Snowy Trail

15.Husky Safari on a Snowy Trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 485 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $269

Spend 3.5 hours visiting a working husky farm near Rovaniemi, learning to drive a sled, and riding about 6 miles through snowy forest and open countryside. You may share a sled with other members of your group. Winter clothing, transport, hot blueberry juice, and Finnish snacks are included.

“The Husky ride was a great experience. We were picked up on time and instructed on driving and travelling the sled. I was not expecting to be driving the dog sled and had so much fun doing this. It was a work out balancing and operating the break. We followed tracks through the trees and across a frozen lake. After the ride we petted our dogs then went inside to a warm room for hot blueberry juice and to learn more about the dogs. The husky farm look after there dogs very well. Highly recommend this trip.”

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