FAQ (frequently asked questions)

Almost anyone! You don't need any previous experience with dogs or dog sledding. Before heading out, our guides will explain everything you need to know and show you how it all works.

If you are joining one of our Drive Your Own Team tours, you should be reasonably fit and comfortable being active outdoors. If you would rather join our sit back & relax and enjoy the scenery, one of our guide-driven tours may suit you better.

Please note that there is a weight limit on our tours. It does very much depends on your overall fitness level but roughly 110 kgs. If you are wondering if you will be suitable for the trip, please get in touch with us. 

Yes, if we have availability!

For last-minute bookings, the fastest way to reach us is by WhatsApp or SMS.

Send us your name, number of guests, which tour you would like to join and the date, and we'll get back to you as soon as we can and let you know what we have available.

No! Not really!

For babies and young children, we don't recommend joining a tour when temperatures drop below -25°C. If you're travelling with smaller children or babies, we would recommend visiting towards the end of the winter season when the days are sunnier and temperatures are generally a little warmer.

For our Sit & Drive Combo and Drive Your Own Team tours, children usually need to be 12 years or older to have the possibility to try driving the sled.

For older guests we recommend our sit back and relax morning or aurora tour.  There is no upper age limit either! As long as you are able to bend your knees comfortably and get on and off the sled, age itself isn't a problem.

If you're unsure whether a particular tour is suitable for someone in your family, just get in touch with us and ask.

Yes! Our Sit & Drive Combo and Drive Your Own Team tours head out together, so you can choose different options and still enjoy the experience together. Just make sure everyone books the correct tour option.

Our daily tours normally run at set departure times, but sometimes we may be able to arrange something different.

If you have your own car and there are at least 4 people in your group, we may be able to offer another starting time. If you are a larger group, there may be even more possibilities.

You are always welcome to send us a request and ask! We will do our best to accommodate you, but unfortunately we can't guarantee that another time will be possible.

For our Summer & Autumn tours, please contact us directly as starting times can also depend on the temperature and conditions on the day.

We certainly hope so! The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, so unfortunately nobody can guarantee when they will appear.

But we are located in one of the best places in the world to see them, and on our Northern Lights Husky Tour we head out into the Arctic night, away from the lights of town and along our own trails where there are plenty of open spaces to watch the sky.

Imagine travelling through the darkness behind a team of huskies, surrounded by the snowy landscape, then stopping by the fire for a warm drink while keeping an eye on the sky above. And if the Northern Lights decide to dance for us... that's when the magic really happens!

Yes, we have had many pregnant guests join us on our husky tours!

Of course, every pregnancy is different, so we recommend checking with your doctor or midwife if you have any concerns before booking.

Our trails are handmade and we do our best to keep them as smooth as possible, although dog sledding takes place in a natural environment and there can always be some bumps along the way.

Depending on how far along you are and how comfortable you feel, we may recommend one of our guide-driven tours where you can simply sit back and enjoy the ride.

If you're pregnant and would like to join us, just get in touch before booking and tell us a little about your situation. 

Please keep in mind that although we see no reason for pregnant women not to come on one of our tours... it is completely at your own risk and Husky Tours Lapland cannot accept liability. 

If you're unsure which tour would be most suitable, just get in touch with us before booking and we'll be happy to talk through the different options.

Yes. We welcome lots of solo travellers. Depending on the tour and availability, we can usually add you to a tour with other guests. Send us your dates — the more flexible you are, the easier it is for us to find something that works.

We have Arctic overalls, warm winter boots, mittens and hats available if needed.

However, we strongly recommend that you arrive properly dressed for the Arctic weather in your own warm layers. What you wear underneath the overalls makes a huge difference to how warm and comfortable you will be outside.

And remember... WOOL WOOL WOOL — NO COTTON!!

Not sure what to wear? Have a look at our How to Dress guide.

Pls note we do NOT provide gear for our summer and autumn tours. We recommend for you to bring rain gear and good sturdy shoes. We also recommend gloves to handle the dogs and drive the cart. 

What you need depends a little on which tour you are joining. For our daily husky tours you don't need to bring very much, but you should arrive dressed appropriately for the weather.

If you're joining our Overnight Adventure, there are a few additional things you will need to bring with you.

Have a look at our What to Pack page for our full packing list and recommendations.

Yes, absolutely — we actually prefer it!

If you have your own car, you are very welcome to drive directly to our kennel. When booking without transfer, you receive a discount of 60 SEK per person.

Please make sure to confirm the starting time of your tour with us, as this may be different from the transfer pick-up time.

To keep our transfers as quick and efficient as possible, we pick up from three designated locations:

• Kiruna Tourist Information (malmvägen 9 b)
• Camp Ripan reception 
• ICEHOTEL main reception

You choose your preferred pick-up location when making your booking. Each location has a different pick up time!

Please make sure you are waiting at the location you selected. We don't necessarily stop at every pick-up point for every tour, so if you would like to change your pick-up location, please let us know at least 48 hours beforehand.

By using designated meeting points, we spend less time driving around Kiruna collecting guests and more time with you at the kennel and out with the dogs!

No. Transfer is only included if you have booked a tour option that includes transfer.

If you have booked without transfer, you are responsible for making your own way to our kennel. Even if the tour options including transfer are fully booked, booking an option without transfer does not mean that we can add you to the transfer afterwards — our vehicles have limited spaces and those seats may already be full.

For our Summer & Autumn tours, transfer is not included. However, transfer can be arranged for 750 SEK. Please contact us in advance if you would like to arrange this.

Please check your booking confirmation carefully to see whether transfer is included in your booking.

No, unfortunately not. We only pick up from our designated pick-up locations.

Kiruna has Airbnbs spread all over the area, and collecting guests from individual accommodations can add a considerable amount of time to the transfer. By using set meeting points, we can keep our pick-ups running smoothly and spend more time at the kennel and out with the dogs instead of driving around Kiruna!

When you make your booking, simply choose the designated pick-up location that works best for you.

Unfortunately, we can't guarantee this.

Our transfer vehicles have limited space and if you booked without a pick-up, we haven't included you in our transfer arrangements for that tour.

You can always contact us and ask if something has changed or if we happen to have space, but please don't rely on this. If you book without transfer, it is your responsibility to arrange your own transport to the kennel and arrive at the correct time.

Yes, absolutely!

We welcome groups of different sizes and regularly work with travel agencies, tour operators, companies and groups travelling together.

We offer several different group experiences throughout the year, including Day Time Group Husky Tours, Group Northern Lights Husky Tours, Customized Group Husky Tours and Summer & Autumn Group Husky Tours.

Have a look at our Group Husky Tours or get in touch with us and tell us a little about your group and what you are looking for.

Yes, we do! We have been working with travel agencies and tour operators from around the world for many years (20+ years).

Whether you are looking for a husky experience for an individual booking, a larger group, a company event or part of a longer itinerary through Swedish Lapland, we are happy to work with you. Tell us what you need!

We offer a range of Group Husky Tours as well as Customized Group Tours, and can discuss what works best depending on your group size, schedule and requirements.

If you are a travel agency or tour operator interested in working with us, get in touch! Tell us a little about your clients, group size and what you are looking for, and we can take it from there.

Our wilderness lodge is homemade with lots of love, care and attention to detail. It's cozy, comfortable and very much back to nature!

The lodge has three bedrooms — one with a double bed and two with bunk beds — as well as a lounge area and kitchen.

There is no electricity or running water, and we have a spacious and comfortable outdoor toilet.

The lodge sits right by the lake, away from everything — a wonderful place to slow down, enjoy the silence and experience a night in the wilderness.

You will need to bring a few additional things for an overnight tour that you wouldn't normally need for one of our daily tours.

We provide sleeping bags, but you must bring a sleeping bag liner to use inside them. If you don't have one, you can purchase one from us.

For the complete list of what to bring, have a look at our What to Pack page before your trip.

You definitely won't go hungry!

During our Overnight Adventure we prepare a home-cooked dinner at the wilderness lodge, followed by breakfast the next morning. There will also be coffee, tea and something warm to drink during your time with us.

If you have any allergies or dietary requirements, please let us know when making your booking so we can prepare accordingly.

You don't need to bring your own food unless there is something particular you would like to have with you.

Yes! Our student discount is available to full-time students from any country up to the age of 26.

The discount is intended for younger students and does not apply to mature students undertaking postgraduate studies such as a doctorate or PhD.

You must bring a valid student ID with you to the kennel. It needs to show your photo and confirm that you are currently studying. If you are unable to present a valid student ID, you will need to pay the difference to the adult price before starting your tour.

Unfortunately, if you are unable to join your tour, we do not offer a refund. This also applies in cases of illness, a doctor's certificate, missed or cancelled flights, bad weather, travel delays or other circumstances that prevent you from reaching us.

For this reason, we strongly recommend that you have comprehensive travel insurance that covers cancellations and unexpected changes to your travel plans.

Please make sure you read our Cancellation Policy carefully before booking. By making a booking, you agree to our cancellation terms.