3-days
sled dog
trip
beyond
the beaten tracks.
Overnight in Engholm Husky wilderness camp.
Cosy and warm basecamp tent, hidden in the wilderness.
Alternative
we take other route and
overnight in a mountain cabin on Finnmarks plateau.
(Depending on weather conditions and time of year).
The
tour starts from the
comforts of
Engholm Husky design Lodge outside
Karasjok - in the
heart of the Sámi culture. You will lead your "own" team of 4 - 6
dogs.
A reasonable level of
fitness, concentration and a sense of balance are the key attributes
needed.
25-50km per day.
If it not fit to run your own dog team so you can
drive a second sled connected behind the guide sled.
Accommodation the night before and one after the tour on
Engholm Husky design Lodge.
Look at photos
and videos from previous Husky safaries
Detail program.
Day
1:
Program start with dinner.
The
guide will have the first briefing
regarding
the tour.
Day 2-4: The morning is spent provision of snowsuits, boots etc.
Organizing the teams of huskies and learning the basics of caring for
your team and driving the sleds.
The sled-tour starts directly from the lodge over a hilly stretch, lakes
and marshes.
On the
3-days overnight trip we will drive in varied terrain, and we will
stop for a lunch break around an open fire. Close-up nature impressions
together with a guide, who likes to share his knowledge and admiration
of nature, wildlife and outdoor-life with you.
The area is winter pasture for reindeers.
We spent the nights
at
our
wilderness camp.
Cosy and warm basecamp tent, hidden in the wilderness.
Alternative
we take other route and
overnight in a mountain cabin on Finnmarks plateau. (Depending on
weather conditions and time of year).
A
long stretch back to
Engholm Husky lodge on different route
through a beautiful landscape. We may see moose, as it
usually stays in the valley during wintertime.
Dinner gathered in the warm
atmosphere is waiting for us
at
Engholm Husky Lodge. We have a cosy wood heated sauna and outdoor hot
tub ready on request for those tempted! Maybe with northern lights above.
Day 5: The program end at breakfast.
It's worth considering whether to stay some
extra days for interesting activities as
lodge guest before
and after the tour.
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