Dog sledding Wilderness Adventure Camp Finnsnes Tromso Norway HGR 15830
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Experience the thrill of dog sledding through the Arctic wilderness and snow-covered landscapes around Alta.

Highlights

Learn all about the history, culture and day-to-day life of Alta, also known as The Northern Lights City

Enjoy an exhilarating ride through a winter wonderland on a dog sled

Eat and drink around a roaring wood fire in a Sami herdsman’s tent, known as a

laavo

Get to know the sled dogs that live and work on the husky farm

How it works

You’ll travel by bus to a husky farm while your local guide shares insights into daily life in Alta, a town known for hosting Europe’s longest dog sled race and for its strong sledding culture.

After a safety briefing upon arrival, you’ll set off in small groups of two or three for a 20–30-minute sled ride (approximately 0.6–0.9 miles / 1–1.5 km) through the snowy winter landscape, guided by an experienced musher.

Back at the farm, you’ll gather around a crackling fire inside a lavvo (a traditional Sámi tent) for hot drinks and cookies. Your hosts will share stories about training and racing sled dogs, and you’ll have time to meet the huskies up close and take photos before returning.

Before you book

Activity level

Active: Good mobility needed

Group size

Groups up to 46 guests

Availability

Winter

Transport

Bus

Food & drink

Drinks, Snacks

Good to know

Included: Drink and snack

Voyages with this excursion

This excursion is available on select Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.

Available: Winter

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Oslo - Honningsvåg - Oslo

The North Cape Line – Roundtrip

All-inclusive winter cruise to Norway’s North Cape, chasing the Northern Lights

  • September 2026 - December 2027
  • 15 days
  • 13 Stops
  • All meals & unlimited select drinks included
There's a high chance you'll see the Northern Lights from on deck while on The North Cape Line

Tromsø – Oslo

The North Cape Line - South

Premium cruise south from Arctic Norway in winter, under the glow of the aurora

  • October 2026 - December 2027
  • 9 days
  • 8 Stops
  • All meals & unlimited select drinks included
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Oslo - Honningsvåg - Copenhagen

The North Cape Line Special Christmas Voyage

Premium winter cruise to Norway’s North Cape, chasing the Northern Lights

  • December 2027
  • 15 days
  • 12 Stops
  • All meals & unlimited select drinks included

Frequently asked questions

Answers to the questions our guests ask most often

If an excursion is not fully booked, any remaining slots will be available for purchase on board through your Expedition Team. These will be charged in Norwegian Kroner at your ship’s exchange rate.  

However, to ensure yourself a spot, we recommend booking in advance.

You will be able to view them all by logging into your booking here.

If you booked through a travel agent, you can reach out to them for this information.

Yes, you will get a full refund to your original payment method. If that's not possible, we will reach out to check your payment details.

Each of our excursions has a rating to illustrate the level of fitness required. There are four categories, with 1 being the easiest and 4 the most difficult.

Level 1 = Easy: suitable for most

Excursions at this level are physically undemanding and suitable for most people. Level 2 = Moderate: some mobility needed

Excursions in this category involve a small amount of physical activity, but on easy terrain with few major challenges. Level 3 = Active: good mobility needed

Excursions in this category are more active and involve outdoor pursuits that require a decent level of fitness. You may be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. They are not suitable for those with limited mobility.

Level 4 = Challenging: good mobility and fitness needed 

These are our most challenging excursions, and require a good level of fitness. They may involve hiking or biking on uneven terrain and may also require specialist equipment. You would be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. Excursions in this category are not suitable for those with limited mobility. 

Prices can vary depending on the season you travel. Costs such as exchange rates and local prices may change from year to year, so we show a “starting from” price as a guide. The exact price will be confirmed when you book.

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