4hr Dog Sledding Tour under the Northern Lights
Overview
Experience the magic of dog sledding in the breathtaking landscapes of Alta, Norway. Join us for an unforgettable adventure where you'll receive personalized training and command your own team of huskies, a truly immersive experience. Glide through pine forests in the beautiful Gargia Valley, feeling the exhilarating synergy between you and your loyal companions. Look up to catch a glimpse of the magical Aurora Borealis dancing across the sky.
Warm up with hot coffee and tea at the historic Gargia mountain lodge while our knowledgeable guides share insights into dog sledding and local history.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- Transportation to activity start (approx. 30min)
- Warm clothing: Thermal suits, boots, gloves
Meeting Location
Markedsgata 6
9510 Alta, Norway
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Embark on a magical dog sledding journey under the Aurora Borealis in Alta, complete with expert guidance, a personal husky team, and the chance to witness the northern lights.
Begin your journey in Alta, where a comfortable minibus awaits to transport you to the picturesque Gargia. Upon arrival, you’ll be provided with warm clothing to keep you cozy during this unforgettable experience.
Our experienced guides will greet you and provide thorough training on dog sledding. Once you’re ready, you’ll have your own team of huskies. If there are two guests, you’ll take turns driving halfway along the route.
The huskies will lead you through the pine forest near the mountain lodge across the frozen landscape. Feel the synergy between our enthusiastic huskies and yourselves, and embrace the crisp Arctic winter with the Northern Lights dancing above in the sky.
After approximately 60 minutes outdoors, retreat to the historic Gargia mountain lodge. Here you can warm up with hot coffee and tea. Our guides will share insights about dog sledding and local history.
We and our furry companions warmly welcome you to this unforgettable adventure!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note: Minimum age to ride alone is 16. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age to participate is 8. We need a minimum of 2 participants for the tour to run.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-314725P21
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Snacks.
- Transportation to activity start (approx. 30min).
- Warm clothing: Thermal suits, boots, gloves.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 4hr Dog Sledding Tour under the Northern Lights is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 4hr Dog Sledding Tour under the Northern Lights will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- Transportation to activity start (approx. 30min)
- Warm clothing: Thermal suits, boots, gloves
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note: Minimum age to ride alone is 16. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age to participate is 8. We need a minimum of 2 participants for the tour to run.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
