ROVANIEMI AIR ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Steer a Team of Huskies Through Rovaniemi’s Arctic Forest
A hands-on, 4-hour husky safari from Parpalandia in Rovaniemi: drive a 4–6-dog team for a 6–10 km ride, pause for photos, and warm up with Finnish snacks.
Steer a Team of Huskies Through Rovaniemi’s Arctic Forest.
Embark from Parpalandia for a husky safari that puts you on the runners: you’ll learn safety basics from guides, take the reins of a sled led by an eager team of 4–6 huskies, and traverse roughly 6–10 km through the Arctic Forest before returning to the kennel for a kota fire and local snacks.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Take the Reins of a 4–6-Dog Team
Each team is made up of 4–6 dogs; guests steer their sleds through the Arctic Forest over an approximately 6–10 km route, alternating positions if two people share a sled or choosing the solo-driving option.
A Midtrail Stop for Photos and Quiet
Midway through the tour the group pauses to take pictures and simply admire the landscape before continuing back to the kennel.
Finish by the Fire with Finnish Snacks
After the run you return to the kennel and are invited to the kota, where a small Finnish barbecue offers sausages (makkara), cookies and hot juice; guests can also purchase a Husky Musher Driving Licence or small souvenirs.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like to Mush
The day begins at Parpalandia with short safety instruction from guides; then you set off, standing to steer while a companion may sit on the sled (or swap positions midtour), feeling the dogs’ pull as the team threads between trees. The pace varies with weather, there’s a deliberate pause halfway for photos and reflection, then you glide back to the kennel to warm up in the kota and share stories over Finnish snacks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this excursion suits — and when it might not be ideal.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pickup from Rovaniemi is included in the price, with the tour operating from Parpalandia farm.
At the end of the tour guests are invited to the kota, where a small Finnish barbecue serves sausages (makkara), and hot juice and cookies are available; souvenirs and a Husky Musher Driving Licence can be purchased.
The full activity is organized as a 4-hour experience.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the husky mushing experience?
The overall experience is 4 hours long.
How far do we ride and how many dogs pull the sled?
The tour covers approximately 6–10 km and each team is accompanied by 4–6 dogs.
What ages can participate?
Children aged 2 and up can participate; small children may sit in the sled together with an adult.
Can I drive the sled alone?
Yes — while two people commonly share a sled (one standing and steering, one sitting), a solo-driving option is offered.
Is transportation to the farm provided?
Pickup from Rovaniemi is included in the price.
What happens after the ride?
After returning to the kennel you’re invited to the kota to warm up and try Finnish barbecue (sausages), cookies and hot juice; you can also buy souvenirs and a Husky Musher Driving Licence.