Learn how to ride your own team of huskies on a self-drive dog sledding excursion in Tromsø!
Learn how to ride your own team of huskies on a self-drive dog sledding excursion in Kvaløya from Tromsø!
For this activity, you will be picked up in Tromsø, a vibrant city in Northern Norway, and transported to the nearby island of Kvaløya. This island, one of the largest in Norway, is known for its stunning natural scenery, including mountains, fjords, and coastal landscapes.
The adventure begins at the starting point in Tromsø. where you will meet the experienced guide. They will drive you to the kennels, located on Kvaløya Island. Upon arrival, you'll meet the adorable husky dogs and puppies! Then, the guide will take you through a safety briefing and teach you how to drive your own team of dogs. No previous dog sledding experience is required.
You'll get set up with your sled and team of huskies. Each sled will be shared between two participants, with one driver and one passenger and the chance to switch midway. Once everyone is prepared, the dog sledding adventure begins! You'll set off guiding your dogs through the snowy winter wonderland. Following the instructor, you'll ride through the beautiful mountain landscape of Kvaløya.
Halfway through the tour, you'll stop for a break and switch positions on the sled. Then, you'll drive back to the kennels and unharness the dogs from the sled. At the camp, you'll enjoy a hot lunch by the open fire in a cosy gamme-hut, consisting of Bidos (a traditional Sami reindeer stew), a delicious chocolate cake dessert, coffee and tea. After lunch, you'll say goodbye to the dogs and the guide will drive you back to the original starting point in Tromsø.
Embark on a thrilling winter adventure on this self-drive dog sledding excursion in Tromsø!
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Practical information
For this activity, you will drive the team of huskies yourself. The sled is shared between two participants, with one driver and one passenger and the chance to switch midway.
- Arrive at the starting point in Tromsø
- Meet the guide
- Drive to the kennel in Kvaløya (approximately 25 minutes)
- Meet the dogs (approximately 45 minutes)
- Safety briefing and driving instructions
- Set up the sled
- The self-drive dog sledding adventure begins!
- Dog sledding excursion for approximately 45 minutes
- Switch drivers midway
- Arrive back at the kennel
- Enjoy lunch (approximately 50 minutes)
- Return drive to the starting point in Tromsø (approximately 25 minutes)
Total distance for dog sledding: approximately 4 km / 2.5 mi
A good physical condition is required, including but not limited to the ability to jog uphill through snow, a good balance (also on 1 foot), and a tight grip.
The minimum age requirement is 16 years old for drivers and passengers.
This activity includes transportation from Tromsø to the kennel in Kvaløya. Please arrive at the starting point at least 15 minutes before the activity start time.
For guests who are using their own transportation, please meet directly at the kennel: Straumsvegen 601, 9109 Kvaløya, Troms, Norway.
- Guide
- Transport from Tromsø
- Thermal overalls
- Winter boots
- Lunch
- Hot drinks
- Warm layers of clothing
- Woolen socks
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf
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