Master the quintessential Arctic experience on this small-group tour in Tromsø where you’ll learn to mush and control your own team of 5-6 Alaskan Huskies through stunning wilderness for 70-80 minutes, with expert training, all warm-weather gear provided, and cozy cake and hot drinks in a traditional lavvu afterward.
Take the reins and drive your own sled pulled by a team of 5-6 eager Alaskan huskies, barking with excitement as they charge through snowy Arctic valleys near Tromsø. You and a partner share one sled—swap between mushing at the back (braking, leaning, calling turns) and riding up front wrapped in blankets.
Your lead guide skis or sleds ahead, radioing tips while the dogs hit full stride on groomed trails with gentle hills and open flats.
After 70-80 minutes of pure pull, return to the kennel of 130 huskies for cuddles and puppy play. Then step into the heated lavvu for thick chocolate cake and hot drinks by the fire, swapping stories with mushers.
This 4-hour self-drive adventure includes private black minibus from Scandic Ishavshotel, full thermal suits and boots, and that cozy wind-down.
Real talk: standing and braking works legs—moderate fitness helps, kids 7+ ride with parents.
Max 20 keeps groups manageable, book early for daylight slots.
Here's practical advice to help your sledding go well, based on common experiences with driving, dogs, and weather. We've pulled this from what past guests told us after their trips.
Common issues. Not for pregnant travelers or low fitness—standing/braking demands balance. Guests found kids 7+ rode fine with parents driving. Cold runs the tour—suits handle it. Camera essential—guides pause for shots.
No experience required. Guides train you fully on braking and commands before leaving. Past beginners drove confidently after the first few minutes—dogs pull eagerly.
Moderate—standing at back needs leg strength for braking and balance on turns. Swapping helps. Average guests managed 70-80 minutes fine, but skip if mobility limits.
Yes for 7+—kids ride as passengers with parent driving. Families said children loved the speed and puppy time, but younger ones sit securely.
Tour runs in typical Arctic conditions—thermal suits and boots keep you warm while moving. Guests in -10°C stayed comfortable with proper layers underneath.
Bring a secure phone or camera—guides stop for photos. One guest used a chest strap for hands-free shots while driving.
True self-drive (not just passenger), 70-80 minute trail time, and small 20-person cap. Past guests said the hands-on mushing and lavvu cake made it more thrilling than guided-only rides.
Book it today with Tromso Norway Tours or simply following this link.
