Is previous dog sledding experience required?

No, Lapponia Tours provides full instruction and guidance regardless of experience level.

What is included in the Husky Safari package?

Thermal clothing, guiding in English, a husky sled ride, and a soup lunch cooked over an open fire.

Are children allowed on this adventure?

The safari is recommended for children aged 12 and older due to the physical demands and safety considerations.

How cold does it get during the tour?

Temperatures vary but commonly range from -5°C to -20°C (23°F to -4°F) during winter months.

Where does the tour depart from?

Meeting points are coordinated separately from Lapponia Tours’ main office; pick-up service within Saariselkä is available.

Can participants switch drivers during the ride?

Yes, halfway through the safari there is an opportunity to switch and drive the sled team.

Husky Safari Adventure with Lapponia Tours in Saariselkä | Guided Tour | Winter Activities

Carving through the Finnish wilderness on a dog sled is an elemental experience that immerses you in the stark beauty of Lapland’s winter landscape. Lapponia Tours, based in Saariselkä, offers a 4-hour Husky Safari that delivers a hands-on introduction to mushing, perfect for adventurers seeking a dynamic outdoor day with family or friends. Saariselkä, situated north of the Arctic Circle in Finnish Lapland, is a gateway to vast snowy forests and rolling fells dominated by boreal pines and sprawling swathes of snow, framed by a crisp sky and the possibility of northern lights.

What makes this safari special is its intimate approach: guests share a sled in pairs, learning how to guide their own team of eager huskies through pristine trails. The dogs—key players in Lapland’s history as indispensable winter companions—radiate energy and friendliness, forming a genuine bond with riders. Halfway along the route, the group pauses for a soup lunch cooked over an open fire, offering warmth and sustenance against the cold while surrounded by the quiet beauty of the forest.

Lapponia Tours combines expert guiding with authentic local elements, including thermal clothing and detailed instruction, catering to those new to dog sledding and seasoned travelers alike. The route highlights the untouched white terrain typical of this region from December to March and offers a rare chance to disconnect and engage with nature’s rhythms.

Situated in a region rich with Sami cultural heritage and deep wilderness traditions, this trip stands out for showcasing both the thrill of mushing and the slower, reflective moments of eating fireside in the snow. Whether it’s the rhythmic swish of runners on snow or the playful interaction with the huskies, this tour delivers a layered experience—one part adrenaline, one part peaceful immersion in one of Europe’s last true winter wilds.