Self-Drive Dog Sledding

General information

This tour is operated by Tromsø Villmarkssenter.

After a short transfer from Tromsø, you will meet the huskies and receive instructions from an experienced guide on how to handle and control the sled.

Two guests share each sled. One person drives while the other rides as a passenger, and you normally switch roles halfway through the trail. The dog sledding lasts approximately 45 minutes, depending on weather and snow conditions.

Professional guides lead the group in their own sleds while you travel through the snowy coastal landscape, with views of mountains, fjords and Tromsø when conditions allow.

After the dog sledding, you will visit the dog yard and meet the puppies before warming up around the fire. A hot meal of bidos, a traditional stew made with reindeer meat, broth and vegetables, is served at the camp. A vegetarian option is available on request.

Minimum age: 16 years

Included:

• Return transport from Tromsø, approximately 25–35 minutes each way
• Approximately 45 minutes of self-drive dog sledding in a shared sled
• Safety briefing and instructions
• Guided visit to the dog yard and puppies
• Warm lunch, chocolate cake, coffee and tea
• Thermal suit and boots

Please bring: Gloves, a hat and sunglasses in February, March and April.

Level of difficulty: Moderate

Departure time and meeting point: 7:30 AM (07:30), 8:30 AM (08:30), 9:30 AM (09:30) or 10:30 AM (10:30) from Radisson Blu Hotel, Sjøgata 7, 9259 Tromsø. Please meet 15 minutes before departure.

Duration: Approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes.

Important information:

• The tour is not suitable at any stage of pregnancy
• A good level of physical fitness is required. Driving the sled involves jogging uphill through snow, maintaining good balance and holding securely onto the sled
• The recommended maximum age is 70 years
• The recommended maximum combined weight is 170 kg per sled
• Please check the departure time stated in your booking confirmation, as the tour has several daily departures

Prices from

3390 NOK per person

• - Prices can vary by season.