Dog Sledding · Pyha
How to choose
Three dog sledding tours run in Pyhä from November to March, all operated by Kairankutsu with prices ranging from 139 € to 199 €. Your main choice comes down to trail distance and whether you want to take the reins yourself. The entry option costs 139 € for a 1.5h to 2h outing featuring a self-drive safari and husky farm visit, rated “Everybody welcome”. Note that its departure meets at Pyhä Husky Farm in Kemijärvi, not in Pyhä itself. If you prefer preset distances in Pyhätunturi, Kairankutsu organises a 5 km safari lasting 1.5h for 140 €, or an 8–10 km run lasting 2h for 199 €. Pick the 139 € self-drive tour for hands-on mushing, or choose the 199 € tour for the longest track.
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Self-Drive Dog Sledding Safari and Husky Farm Visit in Pyhä
This 1.5h to 2h self-drive safari costs 139 € and carries an “Everybody welcome” rating.
Pyhätunturi: Husky safari 8-10km including a farm visit
It covers an 8–10 km trail during a 2-hour tour priced at 199 €.
Frequently asked questions
When can you go dog sledding in Pyhä?
Dog sledding runs from November to March.
How much does a dog sledding tour cost?
Prices range from 139 € to 199 €, depending on the trail length and duration.
What is the physical level required for these tours?
The 139 € self-drive tour is rated “Everybody welcome”.
Where do the dog sledding tours meet?
For the self-drive safari with Kairankutsu, the meeting point is Pyhä Husky Farm, Molkankummuntie 225, 98530 Kemijärvi, Finland.
In which languages are the outings guided?
Kairankutsu offers guidance in English and Finnish on their self-drive safari.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -10.6 °C | 33.5 mm | Good |
| February | -9.6 °C | 26.9 mm | Peak |
| March | -5.8 °C | 29.9 mm | Good |
| April | -0.1 °C | 28 mm | Possible |
| May | 5.2 °C | 55.7 mm | Off season |
| June | 13.1 °C | 52.8 mm | Off season |
| July | 16.7 °C | 48.3 mm | Off season |
| August | 13.5 °C | 60.3 mm | Off season |
| September | 9.4 °C | 49.6 mm | Off season |
| October | 1.2 °C | 70.6 mm | Poor |
| November | -1.8 °C | 48.4 mm | Good |
| December | -6.7 °C | 38 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear warm winter layers, waterproof boots, insulated gloves, and a windproof beanie.
Getting there
For the self-drive tour, head to Pyhä Husky Farm on Molkankummuntie in Kemijärvi.
See also
Other activities in Pyha
Updated September 2026