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Be a musher! Husky tour into the arctic wilderness
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Be a musher! Husky tour into the arctic wilderness

By Husky & Yoga Nature
Recommended by 96% of travellers
96% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher.
About

Ages 15-70, max of 6 per group
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, French
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  • Snacks
  • use of winter clothing


Departure details
  • Traveller pickup is offered.
  • We will pick-up from your accommodation from center Rovaniemi or santa claus village. Please give us your address or name of the hotel. We will give you exact pick-up time.
  • Sierijärventie 328, 96600 Rovaniemi, Finland Let's meet at the hotel reception or in our place. You can always call to us if there is any problems. +358443131408
  • Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point

  • Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 116909P1

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travellers should have a strong physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travellers

  • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

How much is Be a musher! Husky tour into the arctic wilderness?
Be a musher! Husky tour into the arctic wilderness price starts from €283.88. Discover and book Be a musher! Husky tour into the arctic wilderness on Tripadvisor
What is the Be a musher! Husky tour into the arctic wilderness cancellation policy?
Be a musher! Husky tour into the arctic wilderness cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Be a musher! Husky tour into the arctic wilderness on Tripadvisor
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On average, this experience will take approximately 3h. Discover and book Be a musher! Husky tour into the arctic wilderness on Tripadvisor

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Husky & Yoga Nature
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Rovaniemi, Finland
Joined in January 2018

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  • juliaeY761CB
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    Amazing experience
    An amazing day and thoroughly recommend this family business. They invite you to their home for a very up close with the dogs experience. I regret not taking more photos but was so in awe, I forgot! It was for my daughter's birthday and a present she'll never forget. On the sled I was on, the lead dog was so in control and kept checking if we were okay.
  • sljw85
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    Magical Experience
    No words can describe the magical experience we had! Aksana and Antti were extremely welcoming. They have such a lovely home next to a beautiful frozen lake. The huskies were also just as friendly and we felt at ease with them. It is very obvious how much love and care they get from Aksana and Antti. That was very important to us when we decided to book a husky experience with them. We didn’t expect this but they also helped us capture a memorable video of us while we were riding on the sleigh. After our ride, we were invited to mix and interact with the huskies which was a very nice touch to the whole experience. This followed by some warming up over a fire place with some yummy cookies and glögi. Very thankful as well for the return trip from our hotel to their home. It helped a lot especially when we are not familiar with the roads. Highly recommend this experience to anyone!
  • leahdavies22
    leahdavies22
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    Amazing! So many floofy babies
    Absolutely amazing experience! Loved every minute, they make you feel so welcome at their home and the dogs are all adorable 🥰
  • X2392FWemmaw
    X2392FWemmaw
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    Once in a lifetime experience!
    What a once in a lifetime experience! Antti was such a wonderful host - providing us with warm team and biscuits and lots of great chats around the camp fire. The huskies are so beautiful and so friendly, you can tell the family really care about them. The ride - 10km around the frozen lake was so so much fun and picturesque. 10/10 recommend!
  • alexaU2969AR
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    A must do attraction while visiting SANTA
    A must do attraction while visiting Lapland...very kind and friendly owners. Warm welcoming and a perfect ride with huskies...Thank you
  • roopaa695
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    Huskies on the lake !
    The highlight of our trip !! Absolutely fantastic experience ..DO NOT MISS ! You will have many options for sledding in Lalpland but NOTHING can beat this experience ! It’s not just the sledding , the mind blowingly beautiful and serene landscape , the friendliest husky puppies, the toasty fire near the lake , the heartwarming ginger tea and cookies but Aksana and Antti who make the experience so super special . Aksana was so patient with the million calls I made after the booking and helped us out with everything we asked for . Antti came and collected us from our resort in a comfortable car. With the first friendly hello, we knew we were in great hands for the day . Their place was about a 30 mts drive away and we got down to a wonderful view of the lake and a bunch of super excited huskies waiting for us . After a short lesson on how to manage the sleds , we were off with a surprisingly well behaved bunch each of huskies onto the most beautiful frozen lake for an experience of a lifetime !!
  • Relax71070
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    So peaceful and serene
    We did the 10km sled ride. The huskies are very friendly and excited to be going for a run. It was so peaceful just being with the dogs on the lake. They just wanted to run and seemed to enjoy it as much as I did. The area is beautiful. Aksana and Anti were warm and welcoming and sitting by the fire drinking tea, eating cookies and just chattingafterward was lovely.
  • R8759JLlaurag
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    Rovaniemi - Husky tour
    We decided to contact Aksana and her husband before going to Rovaniemi and it was the best thing we could possibly do! They were extremely kind and we did three activities with them, Husky tour was absolutely amazing! The dogs were really beautiful and healthy, the landscape so incredible and they were the best hosts! If you go to Rovaniemi it is a must to reach them! Regards, Javier & Laura
  • tami8134
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    Great Husky Adventure Walk
    Very pleasent and professional organizers! They even provided us with rubber boots since it rain during the day. Pick up was very punctual. 20 husky live with them and are all very human friendly and it was so great walking with them. They also told us a lot about the Huskys which was nice to hear. We recommend this so much!
  • SofieY7
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    An unforgettable experience
    I very rarely make recommendations. This time I felt I needed to make an exception. I participated in a yoga retreat in Northern Lappland organised by Aksana. The Yoga Nature retreat was all that you could ask for after a though Corona spring. Combining long walks in the wild Lappland, well instructed yoga sessions, delicious food and great company. Thank you <3
  • Dasha_zp
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    Great Unforgettable Adventure
    We took a 10 km dog sled ride. It was just amazing! We were picked up on time from the downtown in Rovaniemi. The dog sled route took place both in the forest and across the lake. The landscapes were beautiful. The dogs - beautiful Siberian huskies - were very friendly, loving and disciplined. We had a lot of time to cuddle them after the ride and to get to know them closer. After the ride we had a delicious lappish snack (pancakes and tea) in Aksana's house. The atmosphere there was very authentic and comfortable. Aksana and her husband- the owners of the husky farm and the guides - were very friendly and caring. They made sure we had a great time. I definitely recommend this adventure! It's worth every penny!!!
  • drinathedog
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    Winderful!
    Great journey with Antti and Aksana! Only best impressions. We took “Be a musher” trip and enjoyed great time with huskies. Small group allows you to feel the attention of hosts towards you. Kiitos!
  • Stayinpeachy
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    This is the Rovaniemi Husky Trip For Families
    Today we visited Aksana and Antti’s gorgeous home and spent time with them and their Huskies. They took us on a sled ride and my husband and I got to drive. I must admit I was quite nervous at first but Aksana and Antti were so kind in making sure we understood how to handle the sled and Huskies. They also would stop every so often to check on us which I appreciated! They even let my oldest son take a turn at the end of the ride. When we arrived back at their home we were invited to see the dogs in their kennel and spend a little time petting them and loving on them. The dogs were so friendly and loved having my children pet them. You can tell that they are well taken care of and considered a part of Aksana and Antti’s family. We were then welcomed inside to have a hot beverage, pancakes, and gingerbread cookies (which my kids ate all of-sorry :/) with the hosts. It was such a lovely time asking questions and getting to know the culture of their family-I really felt as though I was a family member. It was such a great day and I’m sure it is a memory none of my family will ever forget.
  • Powelly999
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    Private visit to husky farm was unforgettable - highly recommended
    We were collected from our hotel at 9am and had a short drive to Aksani and Antti's house. We talked and met the huskies, before a long and thoroughly enjoyable sled ride with the huskies. We were given clear instructions on how to control the sleds and dogs, before being allowed to 'mush' by ourselves. Aksana and Antti were always close by and kept a close eye on us for safety. My son was even allowed to join me to drive the dogs. Only our family of four was there. We then had time to play with the dogs and learn all about them, before enjoying a warm drink and pancakes. The dogs were so happy and well looked after. It never felt commercial or business like. We all had a thoroughly enjoyable time and have unforgettable memories. I highly recommend this activity.
  • Hannahh T
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    Authentic dog sledding experience
    The four of us (my mum-in-law, dad-in-law, husband and I) went for the * Be a musher! 25 km safari in pure nature package. Antti picked us up from our hotel and was so hospitable and friendly from the very start. He drove us back to his and Aksana's home and introduced us to their doggies. The dogs looked intimidating at the start however was very friendly and excited once we went to pat and hug them. The dogs are looked after very well and we could tell they full of energy and eager to start running! This package allowed us to have an authentic experience of riding our own dog sled each, 4 dogs on each sled. We went for a trial run around their frozen lake and once we got a hang of the sled, brakes and manoeuvres, they took us into the forest. Aksana and Antti were always close by to guide us through the harder parts of the forest. The dogs were so smart and just knew which path to run on. We stopped for a small bonfire, sausages and hot tea as it was very cold. We then journeyed back to their home through the forest and Antti sent us back to our hotel. It was overall a surreal experience and we were honestly full of happiness at the end of it. We were so glad we got to meet Aksana and Antti and their fun dogs! All the best Aksana and Antti!
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bianca b
2 contributions
Dec 2021 • Family
We had the most amazing time on our husky safari..it was an absolutely wonderful experience and one that we can only recommend. The location, the hosts, the huskies...everything is absolutely perfect from beginning to end! A truly fantastic experience!
Written 31 December 2021
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AksanaKu
Thank you so much! you are really lovely!
Written 21 January 2022
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Christine G
4 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
I can’t say enough about Aksana and Antti! This trip exceeded our expectations! They were both so welcoming and supportive on our trip. Their dogs were beautiful and strong. This trip took us into the forest and we felt like real mushers. My daughter and I both got to run our own sled and it was truly a once in a lifetime experience. I highly recommend Aksana and Antti they are both wonderful people.
Written 20 February 2020
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charlene
Northampton, UK1 contribution
We’ve had the best morning with Aksana, her, husband and their family of huskies. You couldn’t find a more idyllic and dream like location if you tried. The huskies are well looked after and very content. Go and see for yourselves. Highly recommend!
Written 22 November 2021
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AksanaKu
Thank you so much for your kind words! We wish you all the best!
Written 30 November 2021
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Dee252
Dublin41 contributions
Dec 2021
Outstanding experience for the entire family. It was the highlight of our trip. Antti and Aksana are most welcoming and of course the huskies are adorable. Our kids had an amazing time.
Written 13 December 2021
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AksanaKu
Thank you so much for your kind words! We wish you all the best!
Written 16 December 2021
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j f
Hastings, UK14 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
My wife, daughter and I travelled to Rovaniemi during the Christmas season. Our friends had visited the year before and had highly recommended Husky & Yoga Nature (run by Aksana) as a great unique experience. So, after checking out the website then paying, we arranged to meet at a very specific time at our hotel for pick-up.
Our friends gave us a detailed description of their experience, which was all confirmed by the blurb on the website... the husky mush is ' at least 3 hours...' This we assumed (wrongly it turned out) to be 3 hours once mushing on the ice. For my family and I, this sadly wasn't the case.
The journey from the hotel to the house on the (frozen) lake took about 20 minutes, no more. And once there getting kitted up another 20 minutes...no more than 30. Once on the ice we were given instructions from Aksana's husband, and then we were off. This was as promised, amazing, wonderful, beautiful and so worth it! BUT - after about 40 minutes it was all done. We went back to the house, de-kitted and then had a delightful 45 minutes getting warm, drinking tea, eating pancakes and chatting. While the husband was very relaxed, Aksana did seem to project an air of brisk business time-watching, when her friendliness changed telling her husband we needed to go - suggesting there were others coming soon... Anyway, we were promptly taken back to our hotel. So, here's my quibble: in all, our whole package (to and from the hotel, the mush on the lake and the breakfast) was actually 2 hours and 40 minutes, and I think I'm being a little generous there... Chatting with our friends on our return it was clear that they had quite a bit longer on the lake, and they felt that their overall trip was nearer to 4 and a half hours...
Well, Husky & Yoga Nature isn't cheap, and while we knew that, we were/are still disappointed given our experience.
My guess is that Aksana had (almost..?) double booked, or certainly got her timings array, so our group got squeezed into a tight schedule.
Advise: MAKE SURE YOU GET THE FULL 3 HOUR EXPERIENCE BY CHECKING WITH AKSANA THAT THE QUOTED TIME a) DOESN'T INCLUDE THE HOTEL PICKUP/RETURN, AND THAT YOU'RE ON THE LAKE (YES, IT'S COLD!) FAR LONGER THAN YOU ARE HAVING TEA AND PANCAKES!!
Written 9 July 2019
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AksanaK18
Dear mr. JF thank you for your review! You visited us 20.12. and I remember that we talked before on the phone and I have also checked our emails. You made reservation for Private visit for families. Which is described on our website: This is really nice experience for the individuals and families with small children. We have huskies and a cat. Join us and feel part of the team. You will learn how to drive the sled and the children can sit in the sled in the warmth of the winter sleeping bag. We cross easy terrain, over the frozen lake. We will have a little break to drink hot juice and hug and play with the huskies. When we come back to our house, we will make a delicious pancakesin the warm of the house or by the campfire for a picnic depending on weather. And there is time just to relax and hug huskies. Duration 2 1⁄2 hours This is where we take people with small children as in december it can be very cold weather. So this is just safety reason. Your friends Mr and Mrs D.H. who did recommend us for you and have visited us year before did do Be a musher – 25 km tour in the wilderness. Which is totally about 3-4 hours and can be sometimes even longer depending on snow conditions and drivers skills. So during that day you viisted us we had one more family cooming. Totally 2 families per day even it is our busiest time but we want to give time for the families. The price for this is 480e per family ( 2 adults and 1 or 2 children when the children are under 8 years old) which is very good for the private visit. If you compare oher husky farms with similar products – price for one adult is 229e per adult and 89e per child – all together 547e for family your size – and that is not private so there can be even hundred other people with you. This what we do is our life style and compassion. Our dogs are family members, all pancakes are made organic products and really home made. I am very sad that you had just a bad feelings and that you kept that inside of you for half of the year. We could have talked about and it seems that I haven’t been telling you exactly the right things. I am very sorry for that. I wish you and for your family all the best! Kindest regards, Aksana
Written 1 August 2019
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Lissa
Saham Toney, UK2 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
If you are in Finnlad/Lapland you 100% must meet Aksanna and her lovely family. Me and my boyfriend did the husky musher activity last week and I can honestly say that it was the best experience we have both ever had. It literally made our holiday. Thank you again for letting us meet your wonderful family. Your huskys are the best!!
Written 18 February 2019
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Thank you so much Lissa! We are very happy that you visited us!!! Have a great spring time! That what it feels here - from -35 degrees to +4 degrees :) and sun is shining.
Written 26 February 2019
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Liza B
Dubai, United Arab Emirates6 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
We were lucky enough to book a private husky tour with Aksana & Antti at their stunning home during our recent trip to Finland. The setting is breathtaking, you are able to spend time getting to know their beautiful dogs before setting out to drive your own sled with 4 dogs. They made sure we were all cared for with fantastic warm kit and that their dogs were also happy at all times. Their warm welcome and hospitality - homemade pancakes on our return whilst sharing their experiences of life with their dogs. A memorable, amazing experience - the highlight of our Finland trip as voted by the whole family ! If you book one trip whilst visiting this area we highly recommend this one - you will not be disappointed. We plan to visit again and hopefully take in a longer trip. Thank you Aksana & Antti and your beautiful dogs
Written 23 January 2019
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I am so happy to hear that your whole family liked it! Thank you so much for your kind words! Warmly welcome back! We will plan great trip for you!
Written 23 January 2019
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Multi Traveller
Doha, Qatar4 contributions
Apr 2018 • Family
Awesome.l!!!!

Everything was just perfect.
We took the short trip (10km) because we were with our 5 y/o boy but we could have easily gone for the long one (25km). He had a great time! ( We too.... of course)

For us was the perfect time or the year but Im sure winter is also great.
Aksana and Antti are great, very very friendly almost as friendly as the huskys ;-) they told us how to ride the huskys and were next to us all the time looking after us.

Small brake half way down to let huskys and us rest and we were offered a nice hot drink!

Its great to deal with people like them, you feel the warm of small family business instead of dealing with big companies were you are just one more number.

Thanks again Huskys, Aksana and Antti for a lovely experience! I hope we could back again sometime!!!

Alex
Written 12 April 2018
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Thank you Savonlokki :) It was so great to meet you and hear your stories! We had really great morning. Hope to see you again! Kiitos kiitos!
Written 13 April 2018
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gadi w
Tel Aviv, Israel3 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
We had an amazing time. Very nice couple who gave us a real local experience riding the huskies. We also had a very nice stop for a short pick nick. Highly recommend this!!!!!!
Written 24 February 2018
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Thank you so much Gadi! Saturday was so beautiful day and you were driving well!
Written 25 February 2018
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gazm1969
London, UK2 contributions
Dec 2017 • Family
We booked a private trip with the huskies for ourselves and our 5 and 6 year olds. We were picked up at our hotel by Aksana and driven to their home and husky farm next to a stunning frozen lake surrounded by snow covered trees. There were 8 huskies (4 per sleigh) and we were shown how to drive the sleighs, with children wrapped up warm inside. Antti and Aksana came with us on their snowmobile and made sure we were OK on several occasions during the hour and we covered around 8kms on the lake. The place was magical and it was a great experience. Part way round, we had some warming hot berry tea.
Once back at the house, the children had a chance to stroke the huskies and cat and we were offered hot drinks and crisps with homemade salmon dip followed with delicious homemade Finnish pancakes and jams. This was such a wonderful way to see the area and a great way for the children to meet the animals. We would definitely recommend this package.
Written 16 January 2018
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Thank you so much for your lovely words! We had good time!
Written 24 January 2018
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