Winter week with huskies in breathtaking nature

Escape from everyday life and experience the beautiful landscape of Sweden from a very special perspective: from your own dog sled. Immerse yourself in the vastness of the wilderness and enjoy the silence, which is only interrupted by the paws of your faithful companions on the snow. Adventurous days with your dog sled are followed by dreamlike nights in a cozy accommodation. The proximity to the polar circle offers ideal conditions to marvel at the phenomenon "northern lights".

Winter week with huskies in breathtaking nature: The itinerary

Day 1: Arrival
At Arvidsjaur airport you will be welcomed by your hosts Johanna and Konstantin. Konstantin is a German expatriate, so German-speaking tour guide is ensured. After about an hour's drive through the beautiful Swedish countryside, you will arrive at the White Horizon husky farm and settle into the cozy accommodation. This is located in a traditionally kept Swedish country house with all modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi and other benefits. At the delicious welcome dinner (Konstantin is a trained chef) in the main house you will discuss the course of the coming, eventful days. On-site travel services begin with dinner on the first day and end with breakfast on the last day.

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Day 2: The first sledding tour
After feeding the dogs, a rich breakfast will be ready for you. If you want, you are welcome to help feeding the huskies. Look forward to the exciting days ahead and get to know the friendly and cuddly dogs. After breakfast, there will be a detailed musher workshop and kennel tour followed by a first test drive across the lake "Storvan", which translates as "the big lake". After about an hour you will return and after the dogs are taken care of, a delicious lunch will be served. In the afternoon you will have free time and the opportunity to spend time with the dogs and ask questions about the animals and mushing. After the dogs get their food, dinner will be ready in the main house.

Day 3: Get to know the breathtaking nature on skids
After breakfast, today's two-hour husky tour will take 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 with your own team about 18 km over lakes, through snowy forests and over the small mountain "Njuöniesvarrie", from where you have a breathtaking view over the "Storavan". At noon you will drive back to the farm and fortify yourself with a warm meal. The afternoon is free for you. How about ice fishing, a snowshoe hike (snowshoes and ice fishing equipment are available free of charge) or a relaxing stay in the sauna? A snowmobile tour can also be organized upon request. In the evening a traditional Swedish meal is waiting for you.

Day 4: Husky tour with wilderness overnight
After yesterday was rather quiet, today you will set off after breakfast for a full-day dog sled tour with overnight stay in a wilderness hut. So that nobody has to starve on the tour, snacks for humans and animals are packed. Immediately after hitching up, the adventure begins with a trip across the large lake "Storavan". Continue over long lakes, past small sleepy islands. Enjoy the peace and quiet as you glide over the snow on your sled and the only sound you hear is the panting of the dogs. After about 50 km with a break for lunch by the open fire, you will reach the small remote wilderness cabin. There, the first thing you will do is take care of the dogs. After that you will take care of yourself by chopping wood, heating the hut and preparing the sleeping places. Enjoy the tranquility of the wilderness with the presence of the dogs sleeping contentedly in their straw beds. In the evening, prepare a hearty meal on the wood stove. Following the work done, it is time for your well-deserved night's rest.

Day 5: Husky tour back to the farm
After a restful night in the wilderness hut, the day starts with taking care of the dogs. After that you will prepare your own breakfast. Pancakes in the morning from the wood stove, how could the day start better? After this proper breakfast you pack again everything in your sledges to go on the last stage. About 60 km of wilderness want to be explored today. Between mountains and valleys, dense forests and frozen lakes you make your way. Passing reindeer gates and maybe with the sighting of a moose, today's route takes you back to the husky farm. About half way you will stop for an outdoor lunch. The dogs will get some snacks as well, and then tackle the last few miles. As a conclusion you will be treated to another fantastic view over the "Storavan" and then return to the farm. Once there, you will thank the dogs with extensive petting. After everything is put away, you can relax until dinner.

Day 6: Free Day
After the long overnight tour of the previous day, today is a day off for everyone. After breakfast you can relax in the sauna, try your hand at ice fishing or just retire with a good book. Around 13:00 you will have lunch. You are welcome to join the hosts in caring for and playing with the dogs throughout the day. A snowmobile tour or snowshoe tour can also be booked. In the evening all guests meet for a common salmon dinner from local waters.

Day 7: Snowshoe tour with outdoor lunch
Today you will start after breakfast for a snowshoe hike. This will lead you to the small mountain "Jalgga", where you will also prepare lunch. You will have sandwiches and sausages directly from the fire. After you have rested your legs a bit, you will go back to the farm through the deep snow. Once there, you can relax for a few more hours or help take care of the huskies. In the evening you will enjoy a delicious meal of moose meat, locally sourced and processed by local hunters.

Day 8: Journey home
Today it is time to say goodbye. After breakfast you will be taken to the airport with many great memories of your beautiful husky week in Sweden.

Accommodation: On the husky farm you will stay in the guest house, which is about 40 meters away from the main house. The guest house has several bedrooms spread over two floors. There is a bathroom with sink and toilet on the upper floor as well as on the lower floor. On the lower floor, the shower is shared by all guests. A lounge and cooking facilities are available and can be shared. Extra beds and cribs are available. Meals are always served in the main house. Free wifi is available. Wilderness overnight without running water and electricity in shared accommodation.

Arrival
It is best to fly to Arvidsjaur (AJR), from there you will be picked up and taken to the husky farm at no additional cost. The drive takes about an hour and can be arranged for any arrival or departure time. For especially early or late flights (before 8:00 or after 20:00) please consult us first.
Alternatively, you can fly to Stockholm and then take the night train (private sleeping compartment) to Jörn. This, as well as other transfer options from/to Skellefteå (SFT) and Umeå (UME) airports are subject to additional transfer costs and arrangements.
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