Traditional Dog Sledding with Tugáh Northern Experiences
Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion required; participants should be able to sit comfortably outdoors in cold conditions.
Overview
Immerse yourself in an authentic Northern adventure on a traditional dog sledding tour with Tugáh Northern Experiences near Yellowknife. Meet sled dogs, glide across frozen waters, and warm up with bannock and stories in a cozy log cabin.
Traditional Dog Sledding Tour
For all ages • 90 minutes • A one of a kind experience
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About This Adventure
We look forward to introducing you to this exciting lifestyle!
Duration
90 minutes
About
At Tugáh Northern Experiences we strive to give you a personal and special experience by maintaining small group sizes that are individualized to each tour. Dogsledding is very important to Indigenous culture and our family’s sled dogs are very dear to us.
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Beginning in our family’s sled dog kennel, you will be able to meet your sled dog team and take pictures with the dogs. The ride continues onto the adjacent frozen lake; climb aboard the cushion seated toboggan for a dog sled ride with a skilled musher. Experience the beauty and peace of the land, on the 15-20 minute run over the frozen lake. Storytelling, pan-fried bannock and hot beverages will be served once your ride is completed in a traditional log cabin heated by a woodstove, with Indigenous artifacts and furs to set the atmosphere of being out on the land.
Please note you may be grouped with other guests during this experience. However, you can book a Private Tour for $175/person, minimum of 2 people.
What to bring
Please dress as warm as you can. We will have some extra layers if needed.
Please note: This tour does not include transportation. It takes 5-10 Minutes to reach our camp from city center by cab.
Adventure Tips
Dress for Arctic Cold
Layer insulated, windproof clothing to stay warm during the outdoor sled ride and downtime in the cabin.
Arrive Early
Schedule extra time for taxi transport from Yellowknife city center to the kennel, about 5–10 minutes away.
Bring a Good Camera
Capture both the energetic sled dogs at the kennel and the stark, frozen lake landscape during your ride.
Book Private Tours for More Intimacy
Private tours require a minimum of two people and offer a more exclusive encounter with the dogs and mushers.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Arctic foxes
- Snowshoe hares
History
Dog sledding has been an essential transportation method for Indigenous peoples in the Northwest Territories for centuries.
Conservation
Tugáh emphasizes humane dog care and supports responsible tourism that respects Indigenous traditions and the fragile Arctic ecosystem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Insulated winter jacket
Protects from wind and cold during the outdoor sled ride.
winter specific
Gloves or mittens
Keeps hands warm for meeting dogs and outdoor activities.
winter specific
Thermal base layers
Essential for moisture management and warmth under outerwear.
winter specific
Camera or smartphone
Useful to capture the dynamic sled dogs and vast ice lake scenery.