Dog-sledding with Northern Lights Ceremony

We travel across varied and breathtaking terrain: through snowy woods, along frozen rivers, across open dales, and over rolling hills. Nature’s beauty here will take your breath away.

Did you know that a well-trained sled dog can run up to 500 km in just a few days? That’s the distance from Oslo to Trondheim! And after some rest and food, they’re ready to do it all over again. Why? Because sled dogs simply love to run!

At Husky Isogaisa, we offer a hands-on experience where you will drive the sled yourself. Before we start, we provide thorough training in English on how to handle the sled safely. This activity is designed specifically for guests who want to actively participate and drive their own sled, not just ride as passengers. Your safety and the welfare of the dogs are our highest priorities.

You and your partner will share a sled with 4–6 dogs, where one of you drives while the other rides. Ready, set, go!

Midway through the tour, we take a short break to let the dogs rest. Here, you have the opportunity to switch drivers and take memorable photos. The tour is led by an experienced guide with their own dog team, ensuring a safe and unforgettable experience.

When the tour is over, we thank each dog for their hard work – and they absolutely love it! You’ll feel like you’ve made new four-legged friends.

After the dog sledding adventure, we invite you into a cosy, heated lavvu (traditional Sámi tent), where you’ll join us for a magical Northern Lights Ceremony, led by a Sámi shaman.

We relax, enjoy traditional Sámi food, and listen to stories from Sápmi. According to Sámi tradition, the souls of our ancestors dance in the sky on cold winter nights. In Sámi, we call this Guovssahas—the Northern Lights. Would you dare to wave back? Or perhaps it’s better to take part in a ceremony that prepares you to greet Guovssahas?

The experience ends with a delicious serving of biidus, a traditional Sámi meal, along with coffee and cakes. Vegetarian options are available upon request.

This is an experience you won’t soon forget. In Sámi tradition, we deeply respect the Northern Lights – the souls of our ancestors dancing in the sky. Now, you have the chance to meet them.

Practical Information

The dog sledding trip lasts 30–60 minutes, and you will drive the sled yourself during the tour, switching with your partner if desired. To drive the sled, you must be able to run in the snow. If needed, we can also divide participants into two groups.

- Season: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1st of December to 30th of April (depending on snow conditions)

- Time: 14:30

- Duration: Approx. 3–4 hours

- Number of Participants: 2–12

- Price from: Adult NOK 2950 / Children (4–12) NOK 1590

- Meeting Place: Kvernmoveien 272, Gratangen

- Requirements: Bring warm winter clothing, boots, hats, and mittens

• Experienced guide (Norwegian and English)

• Thorough instruction on how to drive the sled

• Dog sledding tour (you will drive the sled yourself)

• Preparing and cuddling with the huskies after the tour

• Dinner (biidus) served in a warm lavvu

• Coffee and cake

• Storytelling about Sámi culture and joik

• Sámi Northern Lights Ceremony

• Vegetarian and gluten-free food available on request.

This experience can be booked with transfer. You can easily book the package with transport here: https://www.visitnarvik.com/dog-sledding-northern-lights-ceremony-inc-transport

Bookings must be made online no later than 16:00 the day before departure.