Is prior dog-sledding experience required?

No experience is necessary. Participants receive instruction on sled driving, dog care, and equipment handling.

What are the minimum age and group size requirements?

Minimum age is 15 years. Tours run with at least 2 participants, and the maximum group size is 6.

What level of physical fitness is needed?

A moderate fitness level and good balance are required. Participants should be comfortable spending hours outdoors in winter conditions.

What clothing and gear should I bring?

Winter clothing is included, but guests should also bring warm base layers, socks, a hat, sunglasses or goggles, and personal items. A small backpack (max ~40 l) is allowed on the sled for the two-day safari.

Where can I try authentic husky sledding in Finland?

This tour takes place in Taivalkoski, "on the gates of Lapland", offering 3 dog sledding days with professional guides, wilderness cabin overnight, and safaris through snowy forests and frozen lakes.

Is this husky safari suitable for first-time visitors to Finland?

Yes. It is suitable for beginners and first-time visitors, with instruction, winter clothing, and guide support included.

What makes the Wilderness Husky Adventure different from other husky tours in Finland?

Unlike short rides, this program includes multi-day safaris (25–35 km), hands-on dog care, and an overnight in a wilderness cabin, providing a truly immersive experience. The tour takes place at a small, family-run kennel with just 40 dogs, making it a more personal and authentic experience compared to many large commercial kennels in Lapland.

What happens during the overnight wilderness cabin stay?

Participants sled through forests, cross frozen lakes, and stay in a rustic cabin heated by a wood stove. Dinner is cooked by fire in a traditional tepee, and there is an optional wood-heated sauna.

Wilderness Husky Adventure

Experience the magic of winter in north-eastern Finland on a two-day husky safari through peaceful, snow-covered wilderness. You’ll experience the thrill of leading your own team of huskies through silent, pristine landscapes, while learning about the daily life of the dogs and helping to take care of them. The safari includes an overnight stay in a cosy, rustic wilderness cabin, where you’ll enjoy a traditional sauna and dinner by candlelight.

What's included?

2 nights accommodation
Day 1: Guest house, twin rooms with shared facilities
Day 2: Wilderness cabin, no private rooms
2 x breakfast, 2 x picnic lunch, 2 x dinner
Two day safaris (25-35 km each)
2 x Evening sauna
English-speaking guide
Transfers from / to Kuusamo airport or town centre
Hire of winter clothes (overall, winter boots, mittens)

Detailed program

Day 1 Arrival

Arrival at Kuusamo airport and a 1 hour 15-minute transfer to husky farm. Upon arrival at the farm you will meet your guide Miia, who runs the small husky kennel with her family.
After check-in, dinner will be served, followed by a briefing about the upcoming programme. (For late arrivals, an evening snack will be provided, and the briefing will take place the following morning.)

Day 2 Off to the wilderness

This morning you start the two-day husky safari with an overnight stay in the wilderness cabin. You will pack your belongings onto the sled and set off into the snowy landscape. The route takes you through ancient forests, across frozen lakes and swamps, where you can enjoy the peacefulness and beauty of untouched nature.

Lunch is prepared over an open fire along the trail. In the afternoon, you will arrive at a cosy wilderness cabin by a small river. The cabin has no electricity or running water but is heated with a wood-burning stove. Dinner will be cooked together in a traditional tepee and enjoyed by candlelight. After a day outdoors, you can relax in the warmth of a wood-heated sauna.
Husky sledding approx. 25–35 km.

Day 3 Back to the husky farm and departure

After the morning chores, another full day of husky sledding lies ahead. You will stop for lunch by a campfire along the trail before continuing our journey. Upon returning to the farm, you’ll thank the dogs, feed them, and take care of them one last time. Transfer to Kuusamo in the afternoon.
Husky sledding approx. 25–35 km.

Good to know

DURATION
3 days / 2 nights

DEPARTURES
On request 4.1.-20.3.2027

GROUP SIZE
Minimum group size 4 people, maximum 6.

PRICE
From 1150 € per person

HUSKY SLEDDING
*Everybody drives their own dog team (3–6 dogs)
*No experience in dog sledding is necessary, but a reasonable level of fitness and good balance are necessary. You should also be prepared for cold weather and spending long hours outdoors.
*A small backpack (max. 40 l) can be brought on the sled. The rest of your luggage will remain at the base camp.
*The minimum age is 15 years.
*See the location of the husky kennel here.

TRAVEL
Flights are not included in the tour price.

Arrival information
The joining point for this trip is Kuusamo airport or town centre.
The transfer time from Kuusamo to the kennel is approximately 1,5 hours.

Departure information
On day 3 a transfer is organized back to Kuusamo airport or town centre.

Travel by bus and train
Upon arrival it is possible take a train from Helsinki to Oulu, followed by a bus from Oulu to Kuusamo. The same applies for the return trip to Helsinki.

PAYMENT
Deposit: 20 % of total amount will be charged at the time of booking.
Full payment: Due 14 days before the departure. The invoice for full payment will be sent by email.

NOTES
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance that includes cancellation coverage.
The tour is not suitable for persons with reduced mobility.
We reserve the right to change the itinerary due to weather or snow conditions.

What do I need to bring?

The packing list will be provided after booking.