Two-day
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
sled dog 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, are the key
attributes needed.
If it not fit to run
your own dog team so you can sit comfortably wrapped in reindeer
skin in the guide's sled or drive a second sled connected behind
the guide sled. 25-40km
per day.
Then after
the tour you have one
day
for your own disposition for interesting activities
at Engholm Husky design
lodge
as the base,
Detail program.
Day 1:
Program start with dinner. The
guide will have the first briefing
regarding
the tour.
Day 2-3: 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 2-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.
We spent the night
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). The area is winter pasture for reindeers.
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 4: Is to your own disposition for interesting activities.
There is always a lot happening
on our farm,
puppies are learning to socialize.
Many interesting books can be read in the "Dogmusher library".
Smaller
tours
can be ventured upon alone if
desired: Snow shoeing,
cross-country skiing, tour with our kicksleds or walking.
-
You can book a
extra day trip with the sled dogs.
The
tour goes in different terrain and beautiful landscape and
provides interesting experience.
-
Tour with a snow
mobile.
-
Visit
sami family with their reindeer herd on the plateau.
Taking part in a
reindeer race.
-
Local handicrafts and shops can be found at the local Sámi
village. The
National
Sámi
Museum,
guided tour at Norwegian Sami parliament, Sami art gallery,
Sápmi theme park
and the local knife smith are also worth visiting.
(We take reservations about change in the order of the days)
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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