Glide through snowy Finnish forests on a 5km dog sled adventure with Salonki Travels. Meet the huskies, learn mushing basics, and warm up with local drinks in Ruka’s winter wilderness.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes excluding transfers
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; children 2 and up can participate with adult supervision.
Wildlife
History
Dog sledding has been a vital transportation method in Lapland for centuries, evolving now into a popular adventure sport.
Conservation
Salonki Travels practices responsible tourism by limiting group sizes and educating visitors on protecting the fragile Arctic environment.
Salonki Travels
Glide through snowy Finnish forests on a 5km dog sled adventure with Salonki Travels. Meet the huskies, learn mushing basics, and warm up with local drinks in Ruka’s winter wilderness.
Salonki Travels is an activity operator based in Ruka, Pohjois-Pohjanmaa, offering guided outdoor experiences across Lapland. The company arranges a wide range of tours including snowmobile safaris of varying lengths (introduction safaris, 50 km and 100 km options), husky safaris, reindeer farm visits, ice fishing, snowshoeing, ice karting and river rafting. Salonki Travels also hosts traditional Finnish experiences such as kota dinners and multiple sauna formats, from smoke saunas to lakeside bathing.
Tours are led by local guides familiar with the Ruka region and Arctic conditions. Several snowmobile safaris include hands-on instruction for beginners as well as guided routes for more experienced riders. Family-friendly options are available — for example, introductory snowmobile experiences allow children to participate in sledges. Reindeer visits include both short and longer rides and opportunities to learn about reindeer culture, handicrafts and farm life. Seasonal activities reflect Lapland’s winter and summer possibilities, from Aurora hunts in heated wagons to river rafting and lakeside saunas in warmer months.
Salonki Travels focuses on safe, guided outdoor experiences that showcase northern nature and local traditions. Descriptions and itineraries emphasize practical details such as driving instruction, guided routes, on-site meals and opportunities for photography. By operating from a known base in Ruka and offering a broad program of tours, Salonki Travels provides visitors with structured ways to experience authentic Lapland activities and local outdoor culture.
Location
Ruka, Pohjois-Pohjanmaa
Based in Ruka, Lapland
Tours Offered
21 tours
Snowmobiles, huskies, saunas
Guided Tours
Local guides
Led by experienced guides
Seasons
Winter & Summer
Activities across seasons
Choose Salonki Travels for guided snowmobile safaris, husky rides, reindeer experiences and traditional saunas — check availability and book the preferred date.
Dress in insulated layers
Temperatures can plummet; use thermal base layers and waterproof outerwear to stay warm and dry during the safari.
Arrive early to meet your guide
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour to get safety instructions and bond with your sled dog team.
Hold on and lean into turns
When steering the sled, leaning with the team helps maintain stability and control on winding forest trails.
Protect your camera lens
Cold conditions can fog or freeze camera lenses quickly; keep your equipment close to your body when not shooting.
Thermal base layers
Keeps your core warm during outdoor exposure in freezing temperatures.
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Waterproof gloves
Protect your hands from cold and snow while maintaining grip on the sled.
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Insulated boots
Provides warmth and traction on snowy and icy terrain.
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Warm hat
Prevents heat loss from your head and ears during the ride.
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