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.
Adventure brief
Drive a Huskysled Across Forest and Frozen Lake, Then Warm Up by a Kota in Kittilä
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.
Located in the heart of Finnish Lapland near Kittilä, Tundra Huskies offers a hands-on Arctic adventure that’s as authentic as it is exhilarating. Their signature 5KM husky safari invites visitors to take the reins themselves, guiding a team of Siberian huskies across a varied trail that cuts through dense boreal forests and glides over the frozen surface of a nearby lake. The route’s mix of wooded sections and open ice provides an engaging challenge for first-timers and families eager for an active, outdoor experience.
After the thrill of driving your own dog sled, the journey continues at the Tundra Huskies farm, situated just 10 kilometers from the ski resort of Levi. This is where the real magic of Arctic life unfolds: visitors can meet the charismatic Siberian huskies—some still puppies—alongside the farm’s reindeer, hand-feeding these iconic Lapland animals. The farm offers a genuine window into northern culture, with guides sharing stories about husky training and daily life in this extreme environment.
The experience rounds out with time by a crackling campfire inside a traditional Lappish kota, where you can roast sausages over the open flame and warm up with hot berry juice. This combination of high-paced sledding and slow, communal moments creates a rounded adventure ideal for couples and families alike.
What sets Tundra Huskies apart is its deep connection to the land and animals, preserved through careful stewardship and respect for traditional practices. More than just a sightseeing tour, it’s a chance to actively engage with a northern way of life few ever get to experience. Whether you’re passing through or settling in Lapland for winter, reserving this safari is a way to connect with the raw beauty and vitality of the Arctic wilderness on your own terms.
Route Schematic
Itinerary schematic
Key stops along the short huskysafari and farm visit.
Huskysafari — forest and lake
A self‑driven sled run of roughly 5 km that travels through a forest section and across a frozen lake.
Midway swap
Opportunity to change driver and passenger positions about halfway through the run.
Farm, kota and animals
Return to Tundra Huskies farm to meet Siberian huskies (possibly puppies) and reindeer, listen to the guide about Arctic life, and finish with a campfire where sausages are roasted and hot drinks served.
Safety and age limits: children under 12 may not drive and travel as passengers in the guide’s sled; lap infants may travel only on a parent’s lap.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
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.
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.
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.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The full activity lasts about 1.5 hours.
The program includes time at a kota where sausages are roasted and hot drinks are served.
The experience is run by Tundra Huskies in Kittilä; participants visit the operator’s husky farm as part of the program.
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.
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