Husky Camp Visit & Cart Ride
Discover the thrill of meeting Alaskan huskies and ride through Lapland’s forests on a unique husky cart tour. Perfect for all seasons, this experience blends education, adventure, and Arctic culture just outside Rovaniemi.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness needed; you’ll be seated in a cart pulled by huskies on flat terrain.
Wildlife
History
Sled dogs have been vital to Lapland’s indigenous Sámi people for centuries, supporting hunting and transportation across harsh winter landscapes.
Conservation
The camp emphasizes responsible tourism with minimal impact on forest trails and educates visitors on preserving Lapland’s fragile ecosystem.
Nova Galaxy Village
Husky Camp Visit & Cart Ride
Nova Galaxy Village is an activity provider based in Rovaniemi, Lappi that specializes in husky camp experiences and night snowmobile tours. The village operates a cozy husky camp where visitors meet Alaskan huskies and the dedicated mushers Jussi and Inka. Guests learn about the dogs’ lives, training, and daily care while interacting with the team and enjoying warm drinks and cookies by the fire.
The husky program includes short sled rides of approximately 2.5 km and wheeled cart rides through tranquil winter forests. Offerings appear in several formats: The Husky Experience, The Husky Experience (Skyland), The Husky Experience On Wheels, and The Husky Experience On Wheels (Skyland). Each format focuses on direct interaction with the dogs, explanations of harnessing and training, and a scenic outdoor segment.
For nighttime adventure, Nova Galaxy Village offers the Night Sky Snowmobile Tour (Skyland), a roughly three-hour trip that explores Lapland wilderness under the Arctic sky and includes warming up in a teepee by the campfire. That night tour provides opportunities to search for the Northern Lights when conditions allow and emphasizes outdoor time in the Rovaniemi area.
Husky sessions typically last about an hour, while the night snowmobile tour runs about three hours. All activities are described in the trip summaries and are guided by the camp mushers, providing hands-on learning and memorable encounters with sled dogs in Lappi.
Location
Rovaniemi, Lappi
Activities take place in Rovaniemi, Lappi
Local Mushers
2
Led by mushers Jussi and Inka
Sled Distance
2.5 km
Typical sled ride length
Night Tour
3 hours
Night Sky Snowmobile Tour duration
Reserve an hour with the huskies or a three-hour night snowmobile tour in Rovaniemi — limited seasonal availability, book early.
Dress in Layers
Lapland weather can shift rapidly; wear layers to stay comfortable during the forest cart ride.
Wear Sturdy Footwear
Trail surfaces can be uneven—opt for hiking boots or supportive shoes.
Keep Your Camera Ready
The dogs’ energy and Lapland’s forests provide excellent photo opportunities.
All Ages Welcome
This calm, dog-focused experience is suitable for families and all fitness levels.
Warm Jacket
Keeps you comfortable as temperatures drop in autumn forests.
fall
Bug Spray
Protects from mosquitoes common in Lapland’s summer woodlands.
summer
Camera or Smartphone
Capture dynamic interactions with huskies and scenic forest views.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during your visit, especially if walking between dogs.