Dog Sledding · Kiruna
How to choose
Kiruna features 40 dog sledding experiences from November to March, with overall guest ratings averaging 4.9/5 across 1,390 reviews. Standard winter outings range from 75 € to 2,336 €, with durations spanning from 2.5h to 4 days. Most categorised outings (16 tours) are rated “Everybody welcome”, priced between 75 € and 2,336 € for trips lasting from 2.5h to 4 days. For more demanding adventures, 3 tours are rated “Occasionally sporty”, costing between 274 € and 700 € with durations from 4h to full day. Formats vary depending on your involvement: passenger rides and themed outings with a meal cost from 93 € to 221 € (3h to 4.5h), while 8 self-drive outings where you steer the team range from 205 € to 2,336 € (3h to full day). Multi-day excursions with overnight stays span from full day to 4 days, priced between 304 € and 841 €. To decide, choose a passenger excursion for a relaxed ride, or book a self-drive safari if you want hands-on handling.
40 offers available
Our picks
Dog Sledding Tour near Kiruna
At 75 €, this 2.5-hour tour with Lapland Wilderness Tours is the lowest priced winter sled outing.
Self-Drive Dog Sledding Excursion near Kiruna, Sweden
A 4.5-hour self-drive excursion with Jukkasjärvi Vildmarks Turer at 205 €, rated Everybody welcome.
4-Day Dog Sledding Excursion with Overnight Stays in Swedish Lapland
A 4-day excursion with Lapland Wilderness Tours priced at 841 €, rated Everybody welcome.
Self-Drive Dog Sledding Excursion in Kiruna
A 4-hour self-drive outing run by Kiruna Dogsled at 274 € for the Occasionally sporty level.
Frequently asked questions
What months of the year do dog sledding tours run in Kiruna?
Dog sledding outings in Kiruna are offered from November to March.
How much does a dog sledding tour cost around Kiruna?
Standard sled excursions start at 75 € for a 2.5-hour ride and reach up to 2,336 € for a private 6-hour experience. Multi-day excursions with overnight stays range from 304 € to 841 €.
What physical fitness level is required for these excursions?
Most outings are rated “Everybody welcome”, including trips from 2.5h up to 4 days. Three self-drive tours are rated “Occasionally sporty”, requiring more effort for tours lasting from 4h to a full day.
Which languages do the guides speak during the activities?
English and Swedish are spoken on tours run by Lapland Wilderness Tours, Kiruna Dogsled, Jukkasjärvi Vildmarks Turer, Active Lapland, and Husky Tours Lapland. Husky Home offers guidance in English, Swedish, German, French, and Dutch.
Where do the dog sledding excursions start in Kiruna?
Meeting points depend on the provider. For example, Lapland Wilderness Tours meets at Kauppinen 187 with hotel pick-up within 20 km, Kiruna Dogsled departs from Oinakkavägen 11 or hotel pick-up, while Husky Tours Lapland and Husky Home meet at Camp Ripan on Campingvägen.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -13.4 °C | 30.2 mm | Good |
| February | -12.2 °C | 25 mm | Peak |
| March | -8.9 °C | 23.4 mm | Good |
| April | -2.4 °C | 31.2 mm | Possible |
| May | 1.9 °C | 36.1 mm | Off season |
| June | 9.8 °C | 62.8 mm | Off season |
| July | 14 °C | 78.6 mm | Off season |
| August | 11.2 °C | 94.7 mm | Off season |
| September | 7.2 °C | 49.9 mm | Off season |
| October | -1.2 °C | 68.4 mm | Possible |
| November | -5 °C | 53.4 mm | Good |
| December | -9.2 °C | 33.3 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear thermal base layers, warm wool socks, windproof outerwear, an insulated hat, and sturdy winter gloves. Thermal boots and windproof trousers are strongly recommended for time spent outdoors.
Getting there
Transfers are included by several operators directly from Kiruna accommodations, while others require meeting at designated bases such as Camp Ripan on Campingvägen or provider kennels in Kauppinen.
See also
Other activities in Kiruna
Updated September 2026