Dogsledding is a traditional Arctic method of transportation where a team of trained, energetic working dogs pulls a sled across snow, guided by a driver called a musher. During a tour, you can either ride as a passenger or learn to drive your own team as you slide through winter landscapes.
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Is dogsledding suitable for children?
Yes, dogsledding is a wonderful experience for children! Kids usually fall in love with the huskies instantly, and our friendly dogs absolutely love the extra attention and cuddles.
However, because the Arctic winter requires extra care for the little ones, we have a few important guidelines to ensure everyone stays safe and warm:
The Perfect Tour for Little Adventurers
For families with younger children, we highly recommend our 5km Dogsledding Tour. Sitting still on a sled can get very cold, and because children lose body heat faster than adults, a shorter tour is the perfect way to experience the magic without getting uncomfortable.
Age Recommendations
Children are very welcome on our standard tours from the age of 2 and up. If you have a child younger than 2 years old but still want to experience dogsledding, please contact us directly! We will do our best to find a customized, safe solution for your family.
Weather conditions
Your family’s safety and comfort are our top priorities. If the weather conditions on the day of your tour are too rough or cold for children, we will reach out to you beforehand to find a good solution for the entire family.
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Dogsledding tour 5km
Feel the power of the dogs
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- ~5 Km
- 2-8 pers.
Experience the thrill of the short husky tour in Piteå on a 5 km dogsledding tour. Our huskies are excited to meet you and take you on a short tour over the lake.
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- Adults
- 1 300 kr
- Children Age2-12 years
- 650 kr
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Can you drive your own team of dogs?
Yes, but it depends on the tour you book! At Direct North, we offer two different ways to experience the magic of dogsledding in Piteå:
- Riding as a Passenger (Dogsledding 5km and 12km): On most of our regular tours you get to sit back and take in the stunning snowy landscapes. While you are comfortable on the sledge our experienced guides will share fascinating insights about the dogs. How the team works together and the local surroundings.
- Driving Your Own Team (The Mushing Day): If you want to feel the thrill of steering the sled yourself, you can book our exclusive Mushing Day. This tour is carefully structured to make sure you feel confident and safe:
- First Half: You will start the day riding as a passenger. During this ride, your guide will explain exactly how to drive the sled and what important signs to look out for on the trail.
- Lunch: We will head back to enjoy a lovely lunch cooked over the open fire in our wooden hut.
- Second Half: After lunch, it is your turn to step onto the runners and be a real musher!
Safety & Age Requirements
Please note that there is a minimum age requirement for the Mushing Day tour. Additionally, the safety and well-being of our guests, guides, and dogs always come first. If weather or trail conditions create an unsafe situation, our guides are obligated to adapt the program to provide a fitted, safe solution for everyone.
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Musher for a Day
Experience the life of a musher
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- ~6 hours
- 2-4 pers.
Mushing day in Piteå is full day experiencing and learning about dogsledding. This is a day for you who wants to experience dogsledding like mushers do!
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- From 4 650 kr
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Dogsledding Tour 12km
Experience the power of teamwork
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- ~12 Km
- 2-12 pers.
Experience the thrill of dogsledding in Piteå on our 12km tour. Our huskies are excited to meet you and take you on an adventure through Swedish nature.
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- Adults
- 1 850 kr
- Children Age2-12 years
- 925 kr
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Dogsledding tour 5km
Feel the power of the dogs
Highlights
- ~5 Km
- 2-8 pers.
Experience the thrill of the short husky tour in Piteå on a 5 km dogsledding tour. Our huskies are excited to meet you and take you on a short tour over the lake.
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- Adults
- 1 300 kr
- Children Age2-12 years
- 650 kr
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Do the dogs really like pulling the sled?
They absolutely love it. Our dogs are born and bred to run; it is in their DNA. You will see their incredible enthusiasm the moment we start harnessing them—they bark, jump, and cannot wait to get moving. The moment the brake is released, the barking stops, and they settle into a focused silence. Our dogs are beloved members of our family, and their health and happiness are our top priorities.
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Dogsledding tour 5km
Feel the power of the dogs
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- ~5 Km
- 2-8 pers.
Experience the thrill of the short husky tour in Piteå on a 5 km dogsledding tour. Our huskies are excited to meet you and take you on a short tour over the lake.
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- Adults
- 1 300 kr
- Children Age2-12 years
- 650 kr
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Dogsledding Tour 12km
Experience the power of teamwork
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- ~12 Km
- 2-12 pers.
Experience the thrill of dogsledding in Piteå on our 12km tour. Our huskies are excited to meet you and take you on an adventure through Swedish nature.
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- Adults
- 1 850 kr
- Children Age2-12 years
- 925 kr
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Musher for a Day
Experience the life of a musher
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- ~6 hours
- 2-4 pers.
Mushing day in Piteå is full day experiencing and learning about dogsledding. This is a day for you who wants to experience dogsledding like mushers do!
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- Adults
- From 4 650 kr
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8-Day Winter Experience
Self driven with Rental car
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- From 25000 SEK p.p.
- 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Rental car
Settle in for a week of discovery. This package includes daily excursions, good accommodation, rental car and lunch on your tour days.
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- Adult(s)
- From 25 000 kr
- Children Age8-12 years
- From 12 500 kr
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8-Day Guided Holiday
With transfers and guide
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- From 26500 SEK p.p.
- 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Transfers
Settle in for a week of discovery. This package includes daily excursions, good accommodation, and lunch on your tour days, all with the support of our expert guides.
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- Adult(s)
- From 26 500 kr
- Children Age8-12 years
- From 13 250 kr
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Are there huskies and reindeer in Lapland during the summer?
Yes! Reindeer roam freely throughout the countryside during summer (you will often see them along roadsides). And some places where you can visit reindeers and moose stay open for visits, for example Cape wild.
Our husky kennel is also open for visits, puppy playtime, and summer hike instead of sleds.
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- ~1 hour
- 2-8 persons
Meet the friendly husky during summer time.
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- Adults
- 400 kr
- Children 5-12 years
- 200 kr
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Husky hike
Enjoying nature together
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- ~2 hours
- 2-7 persons
Explore the woods with a husky by your side. Learn about huskies and enjoy the beautiful Swedish forest.
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- Adults
- 990 kr
- Children 4-12 years
- 445 kr
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Enjoy a guided dogsledding tour, feel and see the power of the amazing husky. Warm up inside with a traditional meal after many dog cuddles.
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