Dog Sledding in Skibotn Valley from Tromsø - Morning

This tour is operated by Activenorth.

Travel from Tromsø to the husky camp in Skibotn Valley, approximately 90 minutes from the city. On arrival, you will receive warm winter equipment, meet your team of Alaskan huskies and help the guides prepare the dogs before a full safety briefing and driving instructions.

Each sled is pulled by a team of 4–6 huskies and shared by two guests. One person stands on the runners and drives while the other sits in the sled. Around halfway through the tour, you will have the opportunity to change places so both can experience driving the team.

The route covers approximately 10–15 km, depending on snow and weather conditions, and takes you through snow-covered pine forest and the winter landscape of Skibotn Valley, with views towards the surrounding mountains and the Lyngen Alps. A guide leads the group, with another guide following behind.

The dog sledding lasts approximately 60 minutes and includes a short stop along the way for photos and changing drivers.

After returning to camp, warm up with a bowl of traditional reindeer soup with fresh bread, coffee and tea. There is also time to spend with the huskies and take photos before the return journey to Tromsø.

In December and early January, some or all of the dog sledding may take place in partial darkness. A headlamp will be provided when required.

Minimum age: 5 years

Included:

• Return transport from Tromsø
• English-speaking guide and experienced mushers
• Full safety briefing and driving instructions
• Approximately 60 minutes of dog sledding
• Your own team of 4–6 Alaskan huskies, shared between two guests
• Thermal winter suit
• Boots, mittens and balaclava
• Headlamp when required
• Traditional reindeer soup with fresh bread
• Coffee and tea
• Photo stop during the dog sledding

Please bring: Warm clothing, preferably woollen base layers, extra woollen socks, a neck warmer or buff, and ski goggles or sunglasses.

Number of participants: Min. 2 – max. 20

Level of difficulty: Medium. Driving a dog sled requires active participation, including balancing on the sled and helping the dogs when needed.

Meeting time and place: 8:00 AM (08:00) outside Scandic Ishavshotel, Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Tromsø. Look for the Activenorth bus.

Departure time: 8:15 AM (08:15).

Duration: Approximately 7 hours and 45 minutes, with return to Tromsø around 4:00 PM (16:00).

Important information:

• The route and distance may vary according to snow and weather conditions
• If there is not enough snow for sledding, the activity may be operated using wheel carts instead
• During December and early January, parts or all of the dog sledding may take place in partial darkness. A headlamp will be provided when required
• Please read all practical information carefully before booking