Lapland Husky Adventure

After a brief on the art of ‘mushing’ sample a wilderness experience by driving your own team of huskies through the beautiful Jukkasjarvi forests. Spend a night or two in a wilderness lodge and sleep at the ICEHOTEL. And with luck, the amazing northern lights will make an appearance, completing this unforgettable short break.

With vastly experienced guides and a ground operator who pioneered self-drive husky sledging tours for the novice, this holiday is more thrilling than most similar ones offered elsewhere. It allows you to be more than a passenger in the sledge, as you experience the total satisfaction and joy of driving your own team of dogs.

The ‘whoosh’ of the sledge runners on snow and the panting of the ever-eager dogs are the only sounds you will hear in the beautiful, silent landscape. It is only when the sledge stops that the dogs become more vocal! Sledging days can prove demanding – especially on arms and shoulders so these trips are not suitable for children. Our team of consultants are available to discuss which trip might be best for you.
Once at the Mushers Lodge, the participants on the 3-night trip have an introduction to the dogs and an expert briefing before setting off on trails through crisp and sparkling wooded landscapes the following morning. The 4-night trip participants are thrown in at the deep end – with an airport transfer by sledge to the Mushers Lodge. Okay, this time just as passengers! The longer trip also follows forest trails but it extends to higher ground and open wilderness therefore suited to participants with a good level of fitness. Whilst sledging, remember to be on the look out for Arctic wildlife and the telltale signs of footprints in the snow – possibly even spot a moose! And at this latitude, when the skies are dark, keep your fingers crossed for an appearance of the northern lights!

The wilderness lodge is ‘home’ for one or two nights, depending on your chosen trip. The overnight accommodation is bunk-bed style, in shared rooms or cabins. It’s pretty rustic with no electrical supply but thankfully it’s heated! There are basic washroom facilities, a sauna and an outside toilet.

On the penultimate day of the trip, say farewell to the dogs and exchange paw power for horsepower, arriving in style at the ICEHOTEL by snowmobile. As you approach this magnificent construction, you’ll be taken by the sheer size of it, most certainly not your average igloo! The final night will be spent at the ICEHOTEL after you’ve had a guided tour and perhaps a warming vodka cocktail in the ABSOLUT ICEBAR? See pages 12-15 for details.

Note as there is no supplement to pay, this holiday is a great choice for single travellers. The groups are small and the real ‘hands on’ approach instils a great sense of teamwork.

Please note that on the 3 night husky sledging adventure two people share a sledge and will take it in turns to have a go at mushing. For those looking for a more hands on husky experience the 4 night husky adventure gives you the chance to be in charge of your own team of dogs and really get to grips with the art of mushing, as you enjoy the experience of driving your own personal sledge by yourself!

TRAVEL TO KIRUNA IS DIRECT OR VIA STOCKHOLM
If you are flying via Stockholm and wish to spend a few nights in the capital contact us for further details.