Comfortable Husky holiday in Finland

This husky trip is rounded off by unique and comfortable accommodation. Daily sled dog tours of varying lengths await you, as well as unique nature. Let the wilderness in Finnish Lapland enchant you on this wonderful tour. After a busy day, enjoy a variety of authentic and comfortable accommodation choices. In three nights you will be accommodated in a cosy double room with its own private sauna, and spend a night in a wilderness hut, which gives you a taste of the simple life without electricity and running water. In another three nights you will be accommodated in a Sky Cabin, with a glass roof that allows you to observe the stunning Northern Lights. Enjoy the pure wilderness and at the same time the comfort of your lovely accommodation.

Husky Holiday in Comfort: The itinerary

Day 1: Arrival
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to the hotel in Saija. Round off this day with a homemade Finnish dinner.

Day 2: First Insights into the Life of a Musher
After a hearty breakfast, you will receive information about the programme and the adventures that lie ahead over the next few days. You will be equipped with the clothes appropriate for polar temperatures and get to know the surrounding area. After your introduction, you have time to explore the surroundings on your own or relax in the hotel.

Day 3: Your first husky safari
Fill your belly and head out for a unique day on the husky sled. Your first trip with your four-legged companions awaits you and you will learn the technique of dog sledding. After a short introduction, you will get on the slopes of the sled and head out into the wilderness of Finland. Enjoy the breathtaking views and be enchanted by the stark beauty of nature. Back at the hotel you can enjoy a delicious dinner and unwind in your private sauna.

Day 4: With the Huskies in the wilderness
Today's route takes you through some 35km of snow-covered forests, frozen lakes, and open fields. Enjoy the silence that surrounds you, broken only by the paws of the Huskies on the snow underfoot. Lunch is served around the campfire in a cosy atmosphere. After the Huskies have been taken care of, you will return to the hotel for a delicious hot dinner.

Day 5: Safari to the Harjajärvi Wilderness Hut
On this day you will set out into the wilderness and prepare for a night in a cosy hut. Past unbelievable views and beautiful winter landscapes, you will forget everyday life for a while as you soak in this magical winter world. In the hut, a hot sauna awaits you, which will do you some good after this eventful day. Feed the dogs together and prepare dinner to enjoy as a group; over a delicious hot meal, share your favourite experiences so far with your fellow travellers.

Day 6: Back to Civilization
After a restful night and a shared breakfast, get back on the slopes of the husky sled. Your faithful companions are looking forward to seeing you, as they do every day, and will be full of pure joy for life. Relax on your last husky tour and take in the beauty of nature. Back at the hotel, you will move into a unique glass roof hut. During your stay in Saija, you will have the opportunity to attend a northern lights evening and, with any luck, you will be able to observe the magical auroras.

Day 7: Free day
Use this day for free time to round off the programme according to your ideas and personal interests. Relax in the smoke sauna or actively explore the surroundings. Many excursions and activities are available. You will be spoilt for choice!

Day 8: Departure
After a final breakfast, transfer to the airport. Take with you some incredible memories of a dreamy Husky vacation in comfort and style. You will remember this unique experience for a long time to come!

Accommodation:
You will spend 3 nights in a cosy double room with its own sauna. The hotel is built entirely of wood and conveys a traditional and authentic atmosphere. You will spend one night in a rustic wilderness hut without running water or electricity, but a sauna is available. For another 3 nights, you will be accommodated in a glass roof hut (Sky Cabin) - this is located directly on the idyllic lake Jokijärvi and has a glass roof, a luxury bed, toilet, shower and a private sauna.

Important information
On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, there is a special Christmas programme. The New Year's Eve package includes a New Year's Eve party in Saijas Kota. The safety of our guests is our priority. The far north can have fluctuating and unpredictable weather with strong temperature differences. Whilst we strive to follow our routes as closely as possible, we reserve the right to change the order of activities, the route of the safaris and the duration of the excursions.