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Private Husky Safari 10 km Self-Drive, Levi

3 hours

Moderate

The most popular husky safari at Lapland Wild Witch. 10 km with your own dog team along a frozen river and out across open swamp, the best-balanced choice for riding distance and time without committing to a half day.

Husky Safari 10 km Self-Drive in Levi. River Start, Open Frozen Swamp, Fell Horizon


Why choose the 10 km route

  • Longer route than the 5 km safari: river start, then open frozen swamp with fell views
  • The treeline drops away and you are out in the open: a genuinely different landscape
  • Same specialist kennel as the 5 km, Lapland Wild Witch, professional sport mushers
  • 40 dogs only, a small kennel by design, not a large commercial operation
  • Dog welfare first: rest days, vet checks, physiotherapy, free-running time


Lapland Wild Witch: small high animal welfare kennel near Levi

Lapland Wild Witch in Tepasto, 30 km north of Levi, is intentionally kept small, with 40 dogs only: Siberian huskies, Arctic-Alaskan huskies and three reindeer dogs. Animal welfare guides the way the kennel operates: small groups, maximum 3 sessions per day, at least one full rest day per dog each week, regular vet checks and physiotherapy, high-quality food, careful cleaning of the dogs’ living area, free-running time, and a kennel owner who lives on site. The dogs are not only her business, they are her family.


Self-drive husky safari from frozen river to open wilderness swamp

On arrival, the guide gives a full briefing and walks the group to the starting point, where the dog teams are already harnessed and excited to go. Before the safari begins, the guide introduces each dog by name.

The route starts with a short river section, then opens onto a frozen swamp: flat, wide and unobstructed. The treeline falls away and the fell horizon appears in the distance. Compared with the 5 km river trail, this route gives more varied landscapes and considerably more distance. The river section leads into open swamp, the forest edge disappears, and the fell comes into view on the horizon. Riding time is approximately 30-40 minutes. A stop halfway allows the driver and passenger to swap places. Ski goggles are strongly recommended, as the open swamp brings more wind and ice particles than a sheltered forest trail.


At the kennel: free-run area, kota hut and hot drinks

After the ride, guests walk through the kennel and spend time in the free-run area with the dogs before warming up in the kota hut with hot berry juice and cookies. The host talks about life with the dogs and answers questions.

Remove gloves and mittens before touching the dogs, as they will play with them. Do not feed the dogs.

Child price applies for ages 2–7. Not recommended for children under 7.


Who this is for

  • Those who want more distance and an open wilderness landscape over a sheltered forest trail
  • Adults and older children (7+) comfortable in cold and more exposed conditions
  • Riders who want to experience what mushing feels like on open swamp terrain
  • Anyone who has done the 5 km and wants to go further

What's included?
    • Transportation from your accommodation
    • Guiding throughout the program
    • Safety briefing and driving instruction
    • Self-drive 10 km husky safari: river section, then open frozen swamp
    • Kennel visit and dog interaction, including free-run area
    • Hot berry juice and cookies in a traditional Lappish kota hut by the fire
    Exclusions
      • Warm winter clothing (Available to rent separately).
      • Single sled supplement applies when the number of guests in a party is odd — see Important remarks.
      • Ski goggles (strongly recommended but not provided).
      Please note

        F.A.Q.

        • What is the difference between the 5 km and 10 km husky safaris?

        Both operate from the same Lapland Wild Witch kennel with the same dogs and mushers. The 5 km route follows a frozen river through forest — sheltered, scenic, suitable from age 4. The 10 km starts on a river section then opens onto frozen swamp: flat, wide and exposed, with fell views on the horizon. The 10 km is longer, more physically demanding and recommended from age 7. Ski goggles are essential on the 10 km.

        • Why are ski goggles recommended on this route?

        The 10 km route crosses open frozen swamp after the initial river section. On exposed terrain without trees to break the wind, there is significantly more wind and ice particles than on a sheltered forest trail. Ski goggles protect your eyes and make the ride considerably more comfortable. They are not provided — bring your own.

        • Does the 10 km safari require a single sled supplement?

        Yes, if your party has an odd number of adults. Each sled seats two adults (or two adults and one small child under 7). If your group cannot fill sleds evenly, the unpaired person must pay a single supplement or be matched with another unmatched participant. Contact us before booking if in doubt.

        • What happens after the ride?

        Guests walk the kennel, spend time in the free-run area with the dogs, and warm up in the kota hut with hot berry juice and cookies. The host talks about life with the dogs and answers questions.


        Important remarks

        Price periods: Two price periods: 1 Dec – 28 Feb and 1 Mar – 31 Mar.

        Ages: Not recommended for children under 7 due to longer time outdoors and exposed terrain.

        Sled capacity: Up to 2 adults and 1 small child (under 7). Final seating decided on site by the host.

        Group size: Maximum 8 guests per ride (4 sled teams). Larger groups run in turns. Maximum 3 groups per day.

        Single supplement: Required when the number of guests in a party is odd. Exception: a small child under 7 can ride as a third passenger. Contact us before booking if in doubt.

        Sled sharing and driver policy: Every sled must have at least one adult driver for the full route. If one adult in your party does not wish to drive, the other must drive the entire way. A small child under 7 can ride as a third passenger alongside two adults. Guests arriving with an odd number of adults should be prepared to share a sled with another unmatched participant — each will drive for half the route. If a non-driving participant cannot be matched with a driver willing to drive the full route, that participant will not be able to join the safari. Contact us before booking if your group has an odd number of adults or if any member does not wish to drive.

        Dogs: Remove gloves and mittens before touching the dogs. Do not feed them.

        Clothing: Warm winter clothing is not included. You can rent it at our Safarimarket pick-up location only (Keskuskuja 2 B 3) — clothing cannot be sent to other pick-up points. Allow at least 20 minutes before departure to get dressed.

        Ski goggles: Strongly recommended on the open swamp section. Not provided — bring your own.

        Responsibility waiver: Scandinavian Travel Group is not responsible for changes, disruptions or unavailability affecting the husky kennel or any other third-party venue visited during this program, for whatever reason. Where a venue is unavailable, the guide will make reasonable alternative arrangements where possible. No refund is due for circumstances beyond our control.

        What to bring
          • Wear warm winter clothing including thermal layers, insulated boots and mittens. 
          • Ski goggles are essential on this route — the open swamp section is more exposed than forest trails.
          •  Cover exposed skin in cold weather and bring hand warmers. 
          • Clothing rented from Safarimarket. Allow at least 20 minutes before departure to get dressed if renting.