Chasing the lights...
Meet the whole pack, hear how the dogs live and train, then settle into the sled for a 5 km glide through the snow-draped forests of Lapland.
There is nothing quite like the moment the brake lifts and a team of huskies surges forward, pulling you in near silence between the frozen pines. This half-day experience is an easy, welcoming introduction to dog sledding — a relaxed way to feel the pull of the pack without any previous experience.
Before the ride you will spend time at the kennel, where the team introduces you to the dogs, explains how they live, rest and train through the Arctic winter, and answers every question. Then you climb into the sled and let an experienced musher guide you through 5 km of quiet Lapland forest.
It is a gentle, low-threshold adventure that works beautifully for couples, families and anyone who simply wants to meet the huskies and share a little of their world.
A proper ride through the forest — not a short loop — with a skilled musher at the reins.
A guided kennel walk to say hello to the dogs and learn how they live and train.
Glide between snow-laden pines in the stillness only a husky team can give you.
No experience needed — a low-threshold tour that suits families and first-timers.
Pickup and drop-off from Santa Claus Village, the city centre and more.
Hot juice and cookies by the kennel, with a friendly talk about husky life.
We can only switch to sleds once there is enough snow on the ground. In early winter the dogs pull a wheeled cart instead, and while we are on carts the ride is shortened to about 3 km. Once snow cover allows, the full 5 km sled route opens up.
Each sled or cart seats up to four adults. Larger groups may be split across two sleds. With small children the guide can sometimes fit more into one sled — that call is always made on site.
Pickup & drop-off: we collect from Santa Claus Village, Hostel Cafe Koti (Valtakatu 21), the Arctic SnowHotel reception (Lehtoahontie 27) and K-Market Sinettä (Sinetänsalmentie 8). Pickups run roughly 90–20 minutes before the start time.
Driving yourself? The kennel is remote and can be tricky to reach, so we ask that you don't drive there directly. Choose K-Market Sinettä — it has free parking — and our driver will bring you the rest of the way. You pick your pickup point when you book.
The sled ride covers 5 km through the forest once there is enough snow. In early winter, before full snow cover arrives, the dogs pull a wheeled cart instead and the route is shortened to about 3 km. The whole visit lasts around 2 hours 15 minutes including the kennel tour.
No — an experienced musher drives while you sit back and enjoy the ride through the trees. It is an easy, low-effort experience suitable for most ages and fitness levels.
The tour operates from 16 November 2026 to 4 April 2027. Dates after late March depend on snow and weather conditions. Early-season departures may run on carts until there is enough snow for sleds.
We ask guests not to drive to the kennel directly as it sits in a remote spot that can be hard to reach. If you have your own vehicle, choose K-Market Sinettä as your pickup point — it has free parking and our driver will collect you there.
Each sled or cart seats up to four adults. Larger groups are split across two sleds, and families with small children can sometimes fit more — the guide decides on site. Solo travellers may share a sled with other guests.
Fill your days in the north — combine the husky safari with our other guided experiences from Rovaniemi.
Rated 4.9 / 5 from 58 verified guest reviews for this tour
Gliding through the silent forest behind a team of eager huskies was the highlight of our Rovaniemi trip. The guide clearly loves the dogs and the kennel visit afterwards let the kids meet every one of them.
A relaxed, well-run morning. Warm juice, friendly dogs and a proper 5 km ride rather than a quick loop. Transfers from the city centre were on time both ways.
Lovely experience and the huskies are so well cared for. We went early in the season so part of the ride was on a wheeled cart, but the team explained everything clearly and it was still great fun.
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