Winter week with huskies in breathtaking nature

Escape the stresses of everyday life and experience the beautiful landscape of Sweden from a very special perspective: your very own dog sled. Immerse yourself in the Swedish wilderness and enjoy the complete silence, broken only by the paws of your faithful companions crunching on the snow cover. This week will see you on adventurous days with your dog sled and spending dreamlike nights in cosy accommodation beneath the Northern Lights. Experience traditional ways of life here, such as ice fishing, and enjoy tasting the local cuisine. The proximity to the Arctic Circle offers ideal conditions to marvel at the phenomenon of the Northern Lights in all their glory.

Winter Week with Huskies in Breathtaking Nature: The Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival
At the airport in Arvidsjaur, you will be welcomed by your hosts Johanna and Konstantin. After about an hour's drive through the beautiful Swedish countryside, you will arrive at the White Horizon Husky Farm and settle into the cosy accommodation that is waiting for you. During a delicious dinner (Konstantin is a trained cook) in the main house, you will discuss the course of the coming, eventful days.

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Day 2: The First Sled Tour
After feeding the dogs, a rich breakfast is served. If you wish, you can join in with feeding and caring for the Huskies. You can look forward to the exciting days ahead and get to know the friendly dogs and their individual yet equally loveable personalities! After a detailed musher workshop with a kennel tour, a one-hour introductory round follows with you and your Husky team crossing over Lake Storvan. A delicious lunch will be served, and then in the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to spend some more time with the dogs and ask any questions you like about the animals and mushing. After the dogs get their food, dinner will be served in the main house.

Day 3: Get to Know the Stunning Nature on Skids
Today's two-hour husky tour takes you through a beautiful, snow-covered landscape. Enjoy the view from your husky sled and listen to the paws of your faithful companions on the snow cover. You will drive your team some 18 km over frozen lakes, through snowy forests, and up a small mountain (which will give you a breathtaking view over the Storavan). At noon, you will drive back to the farm for a hot meal. The afternoon is at your leisure. You can relax in a traditional sauna or opt for an additional activity, such as ice fishing or snowshoe hiking (snowshoes and ice fishing gear are available for free). In the evening, a taste of traditional Swedish cuisine awaits you.

Day 4: Full Day Husky Tour with Outdoor Lunch
After breakfast, you will get ready for a full-day dog sled tour. So that nobody has to starve on the tour, snacks for humans and animals will be packed! The approximately six-hour sleigh ride starts with a steep ascent up the Storbatje mountain, where you can expect a magnificent panoramic view at the summit. After the descent, you will glide with your sled almost silently through the snow-covered wilderness. In a small rustic hut, you will prepare lunch over an open fire. While enjoying the tranquility of nature, the Huskies will have a bit of time to relax and recharge. On the way back you will weave through snowy forests and through an untouched wetland. Upon arrival at the ranch, you will first feed the dogs and then enjoy a delicious regional dinner of reindeer.

Day 5: Free Day
After the eventful adventures of yesterday, today is at your leisure. You can try your hand at ice fishing, go on a long hike, or simply just relax. You can perhaps spend some time in the sauna and then unwind by the fireplace with a book, it's totally up to you! At noon, lunch will be served in the main house. In the evening you will be spoiled with a delicious salmon dish for dinner.

Day 6: Snowshoe Tour with Outdoor Lunch
Today after breakfast, you will head out for a snowshoe hike. This will lead you to the small Jalgga mountain, where you will prepare lunch - sausage sandwiches grilled on an open fire. After resting your legs for a little bit, head back to the farm through the deep snow. Once there, you can relax for a few hours or help with the care of the Huskies if you wish. In the evening, enjoy more delicious traditional food such as locally sourced elk meat.

Day 7: Full Day Husky tour with Outdoor Lunch
Today is the last big dog sled ride of your adventurous week! After the morning routine, you will devote yourself fully to the Huskies once again. First, you will cross over a frozen lake, surrounded by majestic mountains. Then you will glide through a heavenly landscape of wetlands and dense snowy forests. After about 30km you will reach a small abandoned hut in the wilderness near Renviken. There you will prepare lunch and provide the dogs with snacks and well-deserved pats! After you have warmed up and the dogs have rested a bit, you can start the return journey. With steep mountain ridges and snow-covered forests, this winter landscape leaves nothing to be desired. Back on the farm, you will feed your dog team for the last time and prepare for dinner. Tonight you will receive a delicious 3-course menu and end the evening relaxing by the fireplace.

Day 8: Journey Home
Sadly, all good things must come to an end. Today it's time to say goodbye to your faithful huskies and your friendly hosts. After breakfast,​ you will be transferred back to the airport, but you will leave with many great memories of your Husky week in beautiful Sweden!

Accommodation: On the Husky farm you will stay in the guesthouse (about 40 metres from the main house). Upstairs there is a double room, a bathroom, a small kitchen, and a shared shower. The beds can either be set up as single beds or used as a king-size bed. Extra beds and cots are available if needed. The guest house has 4 bedrooms, 2 toilets, a shower/bath​, living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. The food is always served in the main house. Free Wi-Fi is available.
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