Glide across frozen rivers and silent pine forests on a 2.5-hour dog sled ride beneath the northern lights. Active Lapland offers a rare winter adventure in Kiruna where huskies meet the Arctic sky.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required; participants act as passengers, making it accessible to most individuals in good health.
Wildlife
History
Kiruna’s development is closely tied to mining, but it retains deep Sami cultural roots that influence local traditions.
Conservation
Active Lapland practices environmentally responsible tourism, minimizing disturbance to wildlife and preserving fragile Arctic ecosystems.
Active Lapland
Glide across frozen rivers and silent pine forests on a 2.5-hour dog sled ride beneath the northern lights. Active Lapland offers a rare winter adventure in Kiruna where huskies meet the Arctic sky.
Active Lapland is a dog‑sledding operator based in Kiruna, Norrbottens län, offering guided husky experiences across the Torne River and surrounding Lapland wilderness. They run a range of day and overnight trips that let visitors drive or ride with Alaskan huskies, combining outdoor adventure with local food and cultural stops.
Offerings include the Lunch Ride with a meal in a traditional Sámi kåta; the Drive Your Own Team session where participants learn to handle a team and enjoy a Lappish cabin meal; the Aurora Ride designed for northern lights viewing; the Morning Ride with coffee and cake by an open fire; a Kiruna Airport Pickup by sleddog that escorts guests to the kennel and includes a chance to meet puppies and receive warm arctic clothing for that transfer; and the Aurora Husky Overnight Adventure featuring a wood‑heated sauna and wilderness cabin accommodation.
Guides lead each trip through forest trails, frozen river routes, and open snowfields around Kiruna. Several experiences emphasize photography opportunities, cultural immersion, and hands‑on husky handling. Safety briefings and route guidance are part of the experiences, and meals described in the trip summaries reflect regional Lappish cuisine served during designated stops. Active Lapland operates from the Kiruna area and focuses exclusively on husky‑led sledding adventures and related overnight stays. Travelers looking for authentic Lapland dog sledding, northern lights rides, and family‑friendly husky encounters will find clearly described itineraries and multiple trip lengths to choose from.
Full booking information and seasonal availability appear on official booking platforms online.
Location
Kiruna, Norrbottens län
Operates from Kiruna in Swedish Lapland
Tours Offered
6
Varied dog sledding experiences available
Typical Duration
2.5–4.5 hrs
Trip lengths shown in product summaries
Experience Type
Dog sledding & Aurora trips
Husky‑led rides and an overnight adventure
Check availability and book the Lunch Ride, Drive Your Own Team, Aurora Ride, Morning Ride, Kiruna Airport Pickup by Sleddog, or the Aurora Husky Overnight Adventure.
Dress in layered winter gear
Temperatures can plunge below freezing; layering helps maintain warmth during the ride.
Bring a headlamp or flashlight
Though guides provide lighting, extra illumination helps when preparing or returning from the ride.
Prepare for limited mobile signal
Remote locations often have weak reception; inform someone of your plans before the trip.
Secure your camera gear against cold
Batteries drain faster in low temperatures—keep spares warm and use protective waterproof cases.
Insulated winter jacket
Keeps you warm during lengthy exposure to subzero temperatures.
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Thermal gloves
Protects hands from frostbite and maintains dexterity during handling gear.
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Waterproof boots
Necessary for trekking through snowy and icy terrain comfortably.
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Camera with extra batteries
Captures the northern lights and huskies but requires spares due to cold battery drain.
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