Husky adventure through Finnish wilderness, small group tour
Have you ever dreamed of driving your own husky sled through a breathtaking winter wonderland? On this tour, you can enjoy the thrill of leading your own team of huskies through the silent, pristine, snowy landscapes of north-eastern Finland. You will learn about the daily life of the huskies and help look after them. The highlight of this trip is an overnight stay in a rustic, authentic wilderness cabin.
- 3 nights accommodation in a guest house in twin or triple rooms with shared facilities
- 1 night accommodation in a wilderness cabin (no private rooms)
- Full board
- Day at the husky farm including 10 km "warm up" safari
- Two day safaris (25-35 km each)
- Sauna daily
- English-speaking guide
- Single-timed airport transfers from / to Kuusamo airport
- Hire of winter clothes (overall, winter boots, mittens)
The packing list will be provided after booking.
DURATION
5 days / 4 nights
DEPARTURE
07.03-11.03.2027
PRICE
1670 €
GROUP SIZE
Minimum group size 2 people, maximum 6.
HUSKY SLEDDING
*On husky safaris everybody drives their own dog team (3–6 dogs)
*No experience in dog sledding is necessary, but a reasonable level of fitness and good balance are necessary. You should also be prepared for cold weather and spending long hours outdoors.
*For the two-day safari a small backpack (max. 40 l) can be brought on the sled. The rest of your luggage will remain at the base camp.
*The minimum age is 15 years.
*See the location of the husky kennel here.
TRAVEL
Flights are not included in the tour price. If you have any questions regarding pick-up & drop-off, please contact us before booking your flights.
Arrival information
The joining point for this trip is Kuusamo airport.
A scheduled group transfer from Kuusamo airport is organized to meet the following Finnair flight from Helsinki:
07.03. HEL-KAO AY87 at 19.55
The transfer time from Kuusamo to the kennel is approximately 1,5 hours.
Departure information
At the end of the tour, a scheduled group transfer is organized back to Kuusamo airport to connect with the following Finnair flight to Helsinki:
11.03. KAO-HEL AY482 at 09.30
Travel by bus and train
Upon arrival it is possible take a train from Helsinki to Oulu, followed by a bus from Oulu to Kuusamo. The same applies for the return trip to Helsinki. Please ensure that the schedule aligns with the transfer times mentioned above.
PAYMENT
Deposit: 20 % of total amount will be charged at the time of booking.
Full payment: Due 14 days before the departure. The invoice for full payment will be sent by email.
NOTES
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance that includes cancellation coverage.
The tour is not suitable for persons with reduced mobility.
We reserve the right to change the itinerary due to weather or snow conditions.
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