From Tromsø: Advanced Dog Sledding, Tromsø Ice Domes & Reindeer Visit

After a 90-minute relaxing bus journey, you will enter the remote area Tamokdalen where our wilderness camp is located. Upon arrival at Camp Tamok, you will be warmly greeted by your guide and outfitted with the essential gear including thermal suits, boots, and gloves, ensuring comfort and warmth for the adventures ahead. 

After preparations and necessary instructions on how to control and steer the sled, you’ll first set off on your dog sledding adventure!

On the dog sled ride you will pair up with another guest, with two of you sharing one sled. One takes on the role of musher, guiding a team of energetic huskies through the snowy terrain, while the other enjoys the ride seated on the sled. Halfway, you will have the chance to switch roles, allowing each person to experience both the thrill of leading a team of huskies and the joy of being a passenger. 

After the dog sled ride, you will have the opportunity to visit the dog yard and you can relax and warm up with a hot meal and drink by the open fire inside one of the lávvus (indigenous Sámi tent). 

During your meal, a camp host will inform you where and when you are expected for the second part of your activity: the visit to the Tromsø Ice Domes Snow Park.

Enter the park and discover the magic of the snow and ice sculptures. Wander around by yourself through a mesmerising display of snow and ice sculptures, a snow maze and explore our two domes. Marvel at the amazing art coming to life with light in its natural surroundings of pristine nature and peaceful Arctic landscapes.

Get close to the two most iconic animals of Northern Norway: cuddle and take photos with our huskies and go visit the reindeers near the Snow Park.

After your visit, your day at Camp Tamok and Tromsø Ice Domes has come to an end and it is time to board the bus and return to Tromsø, taking with you great memories of your adventurous day out in the Arctic wilderness and beautiful images of the magical snow art.

About your dog sledding activity

This advanced dog sledding adventure has been labelled as a challenging activity with high difficulty level. The tour requires strength and fitness from all our guests, and a good physical condition is necessary to participate. 

Some parts of the trail can be covered with a fresh layer of snow or go uphill which means in both cases you will have to help the dogs to push the sled. The trail can be narrow and have sharp bends, which requires a good balance to steer the sled. 

Since you will be sharing the sled with another person it is required for both of you to meet these requirements when swapping places halfway the tour.

Itinerary:

09:00 – 10:30 Departure from Tromsø to Camp Tamok

10:30 – 11:30 Clothing, preparation and instruction

11:30 – 13:00 Dog Sledding Activity

13:00 – 14:30 Hot meal and free time

14:30 – 16:00 Visit to the Snow Park

16:00 – 17:30 Departure from the Snow Park to Tromsø

Duration:

• 09:00 – 17:30 (8,5 hours)

Meeting time and place:

• 08:45 at Tromsø Havn Prostneset (inside the main entrance hall), Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø

Accessibility:

• This activity is not suitable for wheelchair users

Physical Difficulty Level (Advance Dog Sledding):

Advanced 

• This activity has been labelled as a challenging activity with high difficulty level. The tour requires strength and fitness from all our guests, and a good physical condition is necessary to participate. 

• Additionally, be prepared for outdoor weather conditions which can be harsh and unpredictable during Arctic winter. Temperatures often drop below freezing, with averages ranging from -10°C to -20°C. 

Included:

• Thermal suit

• Boots, mittens and hat

• Transport

• English-speaking guide(s)

• Hot meal and drinks

• Drive your own dog sled

• Visit to Tromsø Ice Domes Snow Park

Restrictions (Advanced Dog Sledding):

• Minimum age: 16 y/o 

• Recommended Maximum age: 65 y/o 

• Pregnant people are not allowed to participate in this tour. 

• Weight limit: 120kg per person "

Special requests:

• Please inform us of any food allergies or dietary restrictions upon booking. 

• If no notice is given in advance, an extra fee of 150 NOK will be charged. "

Cancellation due to weather:

For the safety of animals and guests, there’s a small risk of cancellation in dangerous surface conditions (bad weather conditions). In those cases you will be offered to reschedule your tour to a different venue or time slot, another substitute product, or a full refund.