Experience the 3-Day Palojoki Taiga Tour Husky Safari in Enontekiö, Finland
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate fitness, able to handle several hours of mushing daily in cold conditions.
Overview
Discover the 3-Day Palojoki Taiga Tour Husky Safari, where snowy trails and eager sled dogs lead you through the wild Finnish taiga. Learn mushing skills, connect with Arctic nature, and spend nights in cozy cabins beneath northern skies.
3-Day Palojoki Taiga Tour Husky Safari
90-120 km | 3 days
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About This Adventure
Our 3-day Safari can also be purchased as an all-inclusive 5-day Safari package
Rates
Per Person Price (Self-driven Solo Sleighs) €1350 5-day Package Price: €1530 Please contact us prior to booking if there are children in your group.
Basic Info
Overall Duration: 3 days Accommodation Nights: 2 nights Mushing Days: 3 days Distance: 90-120 km safari Available: From mid March to late April Start time 10 am
Details
This three-day product is a full-on mushing experience which is ideal for people planning a short but adventurous break from normal life. Whilst our two-day program stays relatively close to our Arctic base, the extra night in the 3-day package enables us to explore a little further from home and to therefore encounter a wider variety of arctic landscapes.
The 3-day Palojoki Taiga Tour journeys, on day 1, to a very remote trappers cabin on the banks of the Palojöki river, on the edge of the Tarvantovaara Wilderness area. This cosy cabin is exactly what folk imagine when they think of a tiny cabin in the middle of the arctic wilderness.
On day 2 the route is both longer and more technical as we journey over the fells to a small cabin near the Saami village of Nakkala. You spend a small amount of time on this day above the treeline on the arctic tundra. On the final day, we return on a circular route back to the farmstead. The landscape and views on the last day of this journey can be spectacular.
To fully enjoy this tour, you will need to be reasonably fit and comfortable with being outdoors for a large part of the day in cold winter conditions.
Price Includes
3 full days of mushing over a distance of 90 - 120km, all meals for the duration of the product and 2 nights accommodation.
Adventure Tips
Learn Basic Mushing Techniques
Prioritize the introductory training provided to confidently drive your sled and ensure safety throughout the safari.
Dress in Insulated, Layered Clothing
Prepare for Arctic conditions with breathable thermal layers and windproof outerwear to stay warm during long hours outdoors.
Protect Your Extremities
Wear insulated gloves, hats, and waterproof boots to prevent frostbite during cold, windy periods on the trail.
Respect the Dogs’ Pace
While the huskies are energetic, allow them rest breaks to maintain their stamina and wellbeing throughout the journey.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Elk
- Siberian Jay
History
The Palojoki area is part of the traditional lands of the Sámi people, whose reindeer herding culture has thrived here for centuries.
Conservation
Tour operators emphasize low-impact travel and dog welfare, helping preserve the region’s pristine taiga and its wildlife habitats.
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Recommended Gear
Thermal Base Layers
Keeps you warm and dry by wicking moisture away from your skin during cold Arctic days.
winter specific
Windproof and Waterproof Outerwear
Protects against harsh wind chill and snow during sledding excursions.
winter specific
Insulated Gloves and Hat
Essential for maintaining warmth and preventing frostbite in extreme cold.
winter specific
Sturdy Winter Boots
Keeps feet dry and insulated while traversing snowy and icy terrain.
winter specific