Drive a Huskysled Across Forest and Frozen Lake, Then Warm Up by a Kota in Kittilä

KITTILÄ AIR ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE

Drive a Huskysled Across Forest and Frozen Lake, Then Warm Up by a Kota in Kittilä

A compact 1.5‑hour program from Tundra Huskies that combines a self‑driven 5 km huskysafari with a farm visit to meet Siberian huskies (and reindeer), followed by sausage roasting and hot drinks by a campfire.

Drive a Huskysled Across Forest and Frozen Lake, Then Warm Up by a Kota in Kittilä.

Duration
1.5 hours
Location
Kittilä
Operator
Tundra Huskies
Category
Air Activities
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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In Kittilä’s open winter country you take the reins of a two‑person husky sled for a short, sharp run through trees and out onto lake ice, then return to Tundra Huskies’ farm to meet the dogs and reindeer and spend a quiet, smoky moment by the kota with hot drinks and sausages.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE RIDE

Self‑driven huskysafari across forest and lake ice

The core of the visit is a brisk 5 km huskysafari in which you drive a two‑person team yourself; the route includes forest sections and runs on a frozen lake, and there is an opportunity to swap driver and passenger halfway through.

THE ANIMALS

Close contact with Siberian huskies (and reindeer)

After the run you visit the Tundra Huskies farm to meet the dogs up close—sometimes including puppies—and there is also the chance to see and feed reindeer while the guide explains Arctic life.

THE CAMPFIRE

Kota atmosphere: sausage roasting and hot drinks

The visit ends in a kota where you pause at the campfire to roast sausages, sip hot drinks, and take photographs while the guide shares stories of life in the Arctic.

What the day feels like

What the experience feels like

The outing is compact and focused: a driver takes a two‑person sled and runs a short 5 km course that threads a wood and crosses a frozen lake, with the option to swap roles midway; afterward the group returns to the farm for hands‑on time with huskies and reindeer and a relaxed campfire session with sausage roasting and hot drinks.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience is aimed at and important limits to consider.

1
Families with older childrenSuitable for families where children aged 12 and up can take the driver’s role; younger children ride as passengers with the guide.
2
Parents with infantsInfants are allowed only on a parent’s lap—they cannot ride separately or drive—so plan accordingly.
3
Teen and adult driversAnyone aged 12 or older may drive the sled themselves, making this a good short introduction to mushing for new drivers.
4
Non‑driving participantsParticipants who do not wish to drive can still enjoy the trip as passengers and take part fully in the farm visit and campfire.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The full activity lasts about 1.5 hours.

What to expect at the campfire

The program includes time at a kota where sausages are roasted and hot drinks are served.

Operator & location

The experience is run by Tundra Huskies in Kittilä; participants visit the operator’s husky farm as part of the program.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the experience take?

The full outing is approximately 1.5 hours long.

Can children drive the sled?

Children under 12 are not allowed to drive; they ride as passengers in the guide’s sled.

Is it possible to switch driver and passenger?

Yes — there is an opportunity to swap driver and passenger positions about halfway through the run.

What animals will I see at the farm?

You will meet Siberian huskies—possibly including puppies—and there is also the chance to see and feed reindeer.

Is there food or drink included?

The visit ends at a kota where participants roast sausages and enjoy hot drinks around the campfire.

Can infants travel on the sled?

Lap infants may travel only on a parent’s lap and are not permitted to ride separately.