ENONTEKIÖ FARM FIELD GUIDE
Five Days on the Arctic Plateau: A 200‑km Husky Safari from Hetta Huskies
A five‑day, 4‑night dog‑sled expedition around Enontekiö covering roughly 200 km in the Arctic wilderness; this guide lays out daily flow, accommodation, logistics and kit you can expect.
Five Days on the Arctic Plateau: A 200‑km Husky Safari from Hetta Huskies.
From the Hetta Huskies farm in Enontekiö you set out on a compact, full‑on week of arctic mushing: five days of driving your own team across tundra and forests, covering roughly 200 km in all with daily legs of about 30–40 km. Nights range from the homestead to simple log cabins and at least one very basic wilderness hut on the high tundra plateau, and the operator provides suitable Arctic kit and expert guiding throughout.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Five days, roughly 200 km across Arctic tundra
The safari totals about 200 km over five days of mushing, with typical daily runs of 30–40 km that move you across the high plateau and forested valleys around Enontekiö.
A mix of homestead life, log cabins and a basic tundra hut
The first night is spent back at the farm homestead where you get a hands‑on introduction to daily dog care; the remaining nights are in log cabins (only one cabin has electricity and a shower) and at least one night is normally spent in a very basic wilderness hut to experience true Arctic conditions.
Your own husky team plus farm mentorship
Five days of dog‑sledding with your personal team are included, along with a guided farm visit, sled‑driving training and a mentor to help during your first night with feeding and dog‑related routines.
What the day feels like
What the five days feel like
You arrive at the Hetta Huskies base, receive a safety briefing and sled‑driving instruction, and then spend five consecutive days mushing your own team across winter landscapes. Each day is a steady cadence of driving and short stops as you cover roughly 30–40 km per day; evenings alternate between the warmth of the farm and rustic cabin life, with at least one night in an intentionally basic hut on the high tundra for an unfiltered Arctic night.
THE ROUTE
Five days, roughly 200 km across Arctic tundra
The safari totals about 200 km over five days of mushing, with typical daily runs of 30–40 km that move you across the high plateau and forested valleys around Enontekiö.
THE ACCOMMODATION
A mix of homestead life, log cabins and a basic tundra hut
The first night is spent back at the farm homestead where you get a hands‑on introduction to daily dog care; the remaining nights are in log cabins (only one cabin has electricity and a shower) and at least one night is normally spent in a very basic wilderness hut to experience true Arctic conditions.
THE TEAM
Your own husky team plus farm mentorship
Five days of dog‑sledding with your personal team are included, along with a guided farm visit, sled‑driving training and a mentor to help during your first night with feeding and dog‑related routines.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this safari suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The operator provides suitable Arctic kit, including snow‑suits and boots; bring personal base layers and any specialised cold‑weather items you prefer.
Suites of cold‑weather clothing and appropriate boots are included in the price so you don’t need to source heavy Arctic gear yourself.
Expect to receive insulated boots and a snow‑suit suitable for the Arctic conditions encountered on the safari.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the safari and how many nights are included?
The core safari is five days with four nights’ accommodation and five days of mushing; there are also optional 7‑ and 8‑day all‑inclusive packages available.
What distances are covered each day and in total?
The tour covers roughly 200 km in total, with typical daily mushing of about 30–40 km.
What is included in the trip price?
Price includes five days of mushing with a personal dog team, suitable Arctic kit and boots, expert guiding, a guided farm visit and sled‑driving training, briefings on Arctic safety, a mentor during your first night, and four nights’ accommodation with full board.
When is the safari available and what is the daily start time?
The safari is available from early January to late April; the stated start time for the safari is 10:00 AM.
Are transfers to the farm included?
Clients are responsible for their own airport transfers and nights on either side of the safari; the operator can offer package options that include transfers or may be able to pick you up from hotels in central Hetta.
Do I need to tell the operator about children in my group?
Yes — please contact the operator prior to booking if there are children in your group so suitability and arrangements can be confirmed.