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Rovaniemi Husky Safaris: The 15 Best Dog-Sled Runs

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Some husky rides put you in the sled; the better ones hand you the brake. These 15 are compared on distance, on who drives the team, and on how much time you get with the dogs before and after the run.

Rovaniemi: Reindeer, Huskies & Santa Claus Village - At the reindeer farm: a short sleigh ride and a herder’s perspective
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Rovaniemi: Reindeer, Huskies & Santa Claus Village

1.Reindeer, Huskies & Santa Claus Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,543 reviews · from $213Our pick

Spend six hours visiting a reindeer and husky farm, taking two 500-meter sled rides, and exploring Santa Claus Village. An English-speaking guide, winter clothing, and a soup lunch are included. You’ll have free time at the village, where you can meet Santa and children under 150 cm can try a mini snowmobile.

“The tour was brilliant. The guides were patient and friendly. They collected us, brought us to get our thermal wear and then brought us to our Husky Ride. The 500m spin is absolutely enough and a great laugh! The dogs were so friendly afterward we were allowed to take pictures and pet them gently. From there we went to the reindeer section which was lovely also and enough of a distance to give you the experience. After, we had three flavours of soup available to us as well as bread, blueberry cake, tea and coffee. We had a chance to have fun in the snow after before boarding the bus…”

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Rovaniemi: Apukka Husky Adventure - Taking the sled through the forest
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Rovaniemi: Apukka Husky Adventure

2.Apukka Husky Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,328 reviews · from $237

At Apukka Resort, you’ll meet the huskies, hear about their training and daily care, then take turns driving a sled on a 7 to 10 km route. Winter clothing, transfers from Rovaniemi city center or Santa Claus Village, and a hot drink are included. The ride is hands-on: guides explain the basics, but you steer and brake your own team.

“Life-changing, adventurous and lovely experience! The people, the nature, the dogs, everything is outwardly beautiful!”

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Rovaniemi: Snowmobile Safari, Reindeer & Husky Sleigh Ride - From pickup to the animal farms
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Rovaniemi: Snowmobile Safari, Reindeer & Husky Sleigh Ride

3.Snowmobile Safari, Reindeer & Husky Sleigh Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 940 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $281

In 4.5 hours, an English-speaking guide takes you from Santa Claus Holiday Village or the Nordic Unique Travels office to short husky and reindeer sleigh rides, then an approximately one-hour snowmobile safari. Winter gear is supplied, and you can switch snowmobile drivers during the ride. Guides such as Simon, Lia and Georgina have earned particular praise.

“The activities we did were fantastic. The travel time between them were good and lots to see and do in between times. Thoroughly enjoyed all three experiences and the -26c did not take away from this!! Was awesome!!”

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Rovaniemi: Daytime Husky Safari - Meeting the dogs before the ride
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Rovaniemi: Daytime Husky Safari

4.Daytime Husky Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 918 reviews · 2 hours · from $209

From Rovaniemi, travel to a husky kennel for a 5 km ride lasting about 20 to 30 minutes. Two people share each sled and can swap drivers along the route. A musher gives instructions, then you meet the dogs and hear about their training over a hot drink.

“We absolutely loved the huskeys! Got to drive over a frozen lake and through some woods! We got to say hello to the huskies afterwards and could tell they were looked after and enjoyed doing what theh do. After this we went into a warm yert and have a hot drink and biscuit and learn abit about the huskeys and how they train and look after them. There was abit of waiting around afterwards as we had a big group but there was somewhere to keep warm or some sledges about to have abit of fun.”

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Rovaniemi: Husky & Reindeer Experience with Snowmobile Ride - Getting dressed and learning the snowmobile basics
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Rovaniemi: Husky & Reindeer Experience with Snowmobile Ride

5.Husky & Reindeer Experience with Snowmobile Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 806 reviews · from $225

From Rovaniemi, ride a snowmobile for about an hour through Arctic Circle forests, then visit a reindeer and husky farm for short sleigh rides and a herder’s talk. Winter gear, transport, hot juice and biscuits are included. Guides have included Marco, Jack, Jani and Chris, though your guide will depend on the day.

“Absolutely magical experience. The whole day from beginning to end (lasting 7 and a half hours) was brilliant. Well organised, educational and spectacular scenery. Our guide Ibor was amazing- so funny- lots of laughs- and the other guides on the trip, Diego, Marco and the young “son” who the other guides teased - (sorry I can’t remember his name) were also brilliant. The huskies were gorgeous- lots of time to fuse them after the sledging, the reindeers were lovely, and the snow mobiles trip was safe and exploring beautiful landscape was like nowhere on earth. Topped off with a visit to Santa Claus village and crossing the arctic circle. (Lovely…”

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Rovaniemi: Husky Safari on a Snowy Trail - Meeting the dogs before the run
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Rovaniemi: Husky Safari on a Snowy Trail

6.Husky Safari on a Snowy Trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 485 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $269

Spend about 3.5 hours travelling from Rovaniemi to a husky farm, learning how the dogs are trained and cared for, then setting off on an approximately 10 km sled ride. You’ll get driving instructions, winter overalls, boots and gloves, plus hot blueberry juice and Finnish gingerbread after the run. Guide names vary; past tours have included Guillermo, Tara and Alex.

“The Husky ride was a great experience. We were picked up on time and instructed on driving and travelling the sled. I was not expecting to be driving the dog sled and had so much fun doing this. It was a work out balancing and operating the break. We followed tracks through the trees and across a frozen lake. After the ride we petted our dogs then went inside to a warm room for hot blueberry juice and to learn more about the dogs. The husky farm look after there dogs very well. Highly recommend this trip.”

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Rovaniemi: Husky Farm and Reindeer Experience - A 500-meter reindeer-sledge ride
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Rovaniemi: Husky Farm and Reindeer Experience

7.Husky Farm and Reindeer Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 393 reviews · from $185

From Rovaniemi, visit a reindeer farm to learn about herding and take a 500-meter ride, then meet Alaskan huskies for a shared 500-meter sleigh ride. An English-speaking guide handles the transfers and explanations. Winter clothing is provided, and the tour also includes time at Santa Claus Village.

“We enjoyed every moment in that tour. I totally recommed it.”

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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights and Husky Sleigh Ride - A 5-kilometer ride through the winter night
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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights and Husky Sleigh Ride

8.Northern Lights and Husky Sleigh Ride

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 282 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $269

Meet a husky team at a farmhouse, then ride 5 kilometers through the snowy Lappish night. Your English-speaking guide also takes you by car to a nearby forest or lakeside to look for the Northern Lights. Claudia, Pietro, Isaac, and other guides have led outings, but assignments vary.

“Awesome!!! Since I' m 78, I was a little skeptical, but it was so much fun!! When I needed assistance exiting the sled, the guides were right there. Sitting around the fire to warm up and enjoying the BBQ in the teepee was and added bonus. Our guide was fantastic. Highlight of our trip.”

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Rovaniemi: Husky Sled Ride and Farm Visit - The 500 to 800 meter sled run
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Rovaniemi: Husky Sled Ride and Farm Visit

9.Husky Sled Ride and Farm Visit

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 266 reviews · 2 hours · from $117Best value

From central Rovaniemi, ride to a local husky farm for a short sled trip of about 500 to 800 meters. Meet the dogs, hear how they are raised and trained, and warm up with a hot drink and cookies. Hotel transfers are included, and the two-hour outing runs from November 17 to April 11.

“awesome! he came to pick me up on time and he was very kind and told me a little about lapland. and husky safari is very funny. my guide is very kind and explained all the things about dogs and their life. and they gave hot drinks and delicious cookies.”

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Rovaniemi: Husky Farm Visit with a Sledge Ride - At the farm, start with the dogs
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Rovaniemi: Husky Farm Visit with a Sledge Ride

10.Husky Farm Visit with a Sledge Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 217 reviews · 2 hours · from $122

From a selected Rovaniemi meeting point, travel to a husky farm for a 1-kilometer sleigh ride and time with the dogs in their kennel. An English-speaking guide and local mushers explain the dogs’ working lives. Winter overalls, boots, and gloves are included. Puppy cuddles depend on the season.

“Great time with the dogs, could have been longer though. The dogs were great, we enjoyed the sledge ride a lot. Loved that it was possible to cuddle the dogs afterwards.”

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Snowy Trails 10km Husky Safari from Rovaniemi - Cold hands can spoil a beautiful ride
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Snowy Trails 10km Husky Safari from Rovaniemi

11.Snowy Trails 10km Husky Safari from Rovaniemi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 179 reviews · from $306

Travel from Rovaniemi to a local husky farm for a 10 km sled ride through snowy Finnish forest. You may drive your team or ride as a passenger, then warm up with cookies and a hot drink while learning about husky training. Guides on past trips have included Mimi, Paula, Marno and Daniel. Pickup is offered, but confirm your exact time before departure.

“The ride was long enough to enjoy the experience. Be aware you need to be dressed very warm, as it’s very calm ride. Also best to go when it’s really cold -15 and more then dogs run faster. The dogs are amazing.”

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Lapland Reindeer and Husky Safari from Rovaniemi - A guide makes the short schedule work
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Lapland Reindeer and Husky Safari from Rovaniemi

12.Lapland Reindeer and Husky Safari from Rovaniemi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 176 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $246

From Rovaniemi, visit a reindeer farm for a short sleigh ride and an introduction to the animals, then head to a husky center for a 2km sled ride. The package includes hotel pickup at selected city locations, a guide, hot drinks, and a souvenir reindeer-driving license. Ask ahead where the husky ride operates and whether reindeer sledding is running on your date.

“Really fun day with Sergei. He was very informative and gave us great advice. Reindeer sleigh ride was short but fun. Same with dog sled. I would book again.”

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Rovaniemi: Reindeer, Huskies, Santa's Pets & Aurora Hunt - Reindeer, huskies and two short sled rides
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Rovaniemi: Reindeer, Huskies, Santa’s Pets & Aurora Hunt

13.Reindeer, Huskies, Santa’s Pets & Aurora Hunt

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 157 reviews · from $271

Spend the day in two parts: visit Santa Claus Village for a 400-meter reindeer ride, feeding time and a 500-meter husky sled ride, then head north in a small group to check two aurora viewing spots. English-speaking guides such as Allen, William and Aleksander have helped make the outings personal and easygoing.

“The tour was really nice, the guide was super lovely, accurately on time. During the day, we had the lovely rides and fun conversations with the guide. At night, unfortunately we couldn’t see the aurora because of the weather, but we enjoyed very much the cosy BBQ and learned a bit about the local life in Lapland. Highly recommend!”

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Husky and Reindeer Experience - Two Arctic animals in one half-day
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Husky and Reindeer Experience

14.Husky and Reindeer Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 139 reviews · from $143

At 10:30 am, join a guided Rovaniemi outing to a reindeer farm and husky farm, with a short sleigh ride at each, then free time at Santa Claus Village. Guides including Caleb, Katerina, Annabel, and Jani have been praised for their help and local explanations. Pickup and drop-off are included.

“It was a nice experience. Children were excited to try new things.The organisation's of transport was excellent”

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Small-Group Husky Mushing Experience in Rovaniemi - Instructions first, then you take the reins
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Small-Group Husky Mushing Experience in Rovaniemi

15.Small-Group Husky Mushing Experience in Rovaniemi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $277Top rated

From Rovaniemi, travel about 40 to 45 minutes to Parpalandia, where an experienced musher gives safety instructions before you steer a husky team for about 6 to 10 km. Share a sled, swap drivers midway, stop for photos, then meet the dogs and warm up with a snack in a kota hut.

“Wow!! This was INCREDIBLE!!! We absolutely loved this and it was the highlight of our trip. We’re on a budget, but this was still well worth the money spent. The best thing about this ride is that you are truly out in the wilderness, nothing else around. Snow was high, even in April, so you felt like you were driving down a snow tunnel. The guides were great giving info on the dogs and also took amazing photos of us. The length felt just right. You get to drive for half, then swap with your partner and sit in the sleigh. Just as you’re getting cold and the thrill has…”

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