Husky Week adventure

Experience the adventure of a lifetime dog sledding in Sweden in this fantastic tour which is ideal if you prefer the comfort of lodge accommodation. Each day you will head out with your husky team to witness the spectacular scenery along the lonely trails through the wilderness. Frozen tundra, snow covered forests and unique wildlife await you as the silence of Lapland is broken only by the sounds of your huskies paws crackling on the unbroken snow.

Huskyweek: Tour Itinerary

Day 1:
Welcome to Sweden! You will transfer from the airport in Arvidsjaur to the Lapplands Husky Farm where you will have the opportunity to unpack, relax and make yourself at home. A welcome feast of traditional Scandinavian food will be served in the evening and you will be able to meet other participants in the tour and be briefed about what lies ahead.

Day 2:
You will begin the day with a comprehensive introduction to dog sledding provided by your friendly bilingual instructor. You will be given your cold weather clothing and equipment and then meet your excited huskies. You can spend time getting to know them, learning how to care for them and hook them into a team for your day trips.
It is then time to head out on your first tour! Covering approximately 20km you will journey into the surrounding forests where you can get to grips with your team and build your confidence.
After the tour you will return to the farm to enjoy your evening meal and perhaps take a hot sauna.

Days 3-6:
After a hearty breakfast each day, you will take your dog sled team out on adventurous trips into the wilds of Swedish Lapland. Each tour will cover between 25 and 40km depending on the route, the weather conditions and the ability/desire of the participants.
Lunches and breaks will be taken by the open fire, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the tranquillity that the wilderness has to offer. Then each evening you will return to the farm for a delicious meal, hot sauna or hot tub and good night of rest.


Day 7:
It is time for your huskies to have a well earned rest. Today you will be able to spend at your leisure. There are numerous activities that you may wish to participate in including ice fishing and snow shoe walks, or you might prefer to spend the day relaxing in the hot tub or sauna.
Then enjoy a final Scandinavian meal together with your new friends and share your highlights of your trip.

Day 8:
Unfortunately your tour has come to an end. After breakfast you will be able to say thank you and bid a fond farewell to your four-legged friends. Then you will be transferred back to the airport for your journey home, taking with you fond memories of your time husky sledding in Lapland.

Accommodation:
During the tour you will have the opportunity to spend one night in a cosy cabin out in the wilderness. These cabins have no electricity or running water. Please advise when booking if you would like to do this.

Important informations: Thanks to the ever changing landscapes provided by Mother Nature, no tours are identical. The sights and sounds you will experience will create new and lasting memories of your time husky sledding. Don’t miss out; book your trip of a lifetime today!