Dog Cart Tour and Puppy Cuddles

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About this activity

Our dog carts let you explore the Arctic nature as it transitions from Autumn to Winter. Take charge and let the huskies lead the way on an unforgettable ride.

Whether you want to be a passenger or try your hand at steering the cart and the huskies is up to you. The ride takes you on a journey through the forest and along the banks of the Alta River, famous for its salmon fishing.

Our family joined their ranks over three decades ago. We have spent the years racing and learning about dogsledding. This knowledge is the foundation of the dog trips that we offer our guests.

You’ll get to experience the Arctic countryside, just as it is changing its colours and preparing for the oncoming winter.

Winter Sports Husky Dog Tours Dog Sledding/Mushing Seasonal Small Group Involves Animals Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Holmen Husky - Dog Sledding Tours

Ages: Children (5–11 years) · Youth (12–15 years) · Adults (16–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Puppy Cuddles
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Included: Thermal suits, hats, gloves, wool socks

Itinerary

You don’t have to wait until winter to enjoy a ride with Alaskan Huskies. With our dog cart trips, you get to experience autumn in Arctic Alta and get to try dog sledging before the first snow. Get a feeling of how mushers train their huskies in the autumn and experience the arctic forest as it changes colour. Like any other athletes, our huskies must train a lot before the racing season starts. The huskies are arctic dogs and do not enjoy running in temperatures above 15 °C. Training season starts in autumn when the temperatures fall, but before the first snow arrives. The ride takes you into the Arctic Forest as it changes into Autumn, past the Alta River and along the dirt roads where we have been training our race dogs for two generations. - Pick up at 09:00: from Alta Tourist Office - Equipment handout: Thermal suits, hat, gloves and boots (if the weather requires it) Safety brief - Approximately one-hour self-drive dog cart tour (depending on weather conditions) - 2-3 Persons per cart - Cuddle and praise the huskies for their effort - Storytelling in Traditional Sami Lavvo with hot drinks and snacks - Transport back to the Tourist Information in the centre of Alta

Stop 1

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Our pick-up point is in front of the Alta Tourist Office at 10:30

Please note that we do not provide alternative pick-up locations.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The minimum age to participate in this experience is 5 years old. 5 - 12-year-old children are required to sit between an adult's legs on the sled. 13 - 15-year-old children are allowed to sit independently on the sled and can drive independently under the supervision of a guide. The minimum age for driving solo is 16 years old.