Evening Enchanting Arctic Aurora Husky Visit

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Norwegian and 1 more

An evening in the Arctic wilderness awaits at Gargia Lodge, where 40 lively huskies greet you with excitement. Just 30 minutes from Alta, this immersive experience begins with a guided exploration of dog sledding, revealing the bond between mushers and their dogs. After connecting with these friendly Arctic canines, warm up inside a traditional Sámi hut while savoring hearty Arctic stew. As you dine, captivating tales of historic postal routes unfold, linking communities across the harsh landscapes of Finnmark. Step outside for a chance to witness the mesmerizing Northern Lights dancing overhead, making each visit a unique adventure under the Arctic sky.

What's Included

Introduction to dog sledding history and sled dog life
Guided visit to the husky kennel with 40+ dogs
Transport from city center (30min each way)
Traditional Arctic stew
This activity does not include dog sledding.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet us at our Æventyr Booking Point located inside Canyon Hotel in the city center of Alta.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Experience an authentic evening in the Arctic wilderness, just 30 minutes from Alta city centre, where Arctic nature, history and huskies come together beneath the Northern Lights.

Here you will meet our kennel of around 40 huskies – energetic and friendly Arctic dogs that love attention. Our guides will introduce you to the history of dog sledding, life with huskies, and how a sled dog team works. You will meet and greet the dogs, take photos, and experience the special connection between people and these remarkable animals.

After visiting the kennel, we move into the warm and atmospheric gamme, a traditional Sámi-style hut, where food is served around the open fire.

The main course is a traditional Arctic stew, inspired by the meals once served along the historic travel routes across Finnmark. During dinner, your guide will share stories about the northern lights and how this special lights have impacted us and the culture over tousen of years.

As the evening grows darker the Northern Lights can appear, you may witness one of nature’s most spectacular phenomena—green and purple ribbons of light dancing across the Arctic sky, far away from the city lights.

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Æventyr

Tags

Winter Sports
Likely to Sell Out
Husky Dog Tours
Dog Sledding/Mushing

Cancellation Policy

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

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