Husky Park and Musher-Driven Husky Safari 2 km in Levi
Why visit this Husky Park in Levi
- One of Finland's oldest husky kennels, run by renowned Finnish musher Reijo Jääskeläinen
- 2 km musher-driven husky safari through snowy forest and frozen lake scenery
- Meet Siberian huskies, Arctic foxes, red foxes, tundra wolves, dog-wolf mixes, spitzes and racoon dogs
- Some of the animals have been professionally trained for film productions
- No self-driving required during the husky safari
- Meet Taika the kissing reindeer and enjoy time with the animals
- Warm Lappish hut with hot drinks, cookies and sausage after the outdoor program
- Visit Reijo's Hall of Fame and learn more about his life with sled dogs
One of Levi's best known husky kennels
The experience begins with a transfer from Levi to Husky Park, one of Finland's oldest husky kennels and the home of well-known Finnish musher and animal trainer Reijo Jääskeläinen.
During the drive, your guide introduces the world of huskies and Arctic animals before the visit continues inside the park.
Husky Park is home to Siberian huskies of different ages as well as Arctic foxes, red foxes, tundra wolves, dog-wolf mixes and spitzes. Puppies may also be present depending on the season. Some of the animals have been specially trained for film work, giving the park a history that reaches beyond traditional sled dog activities.
During the guided visit, the host introduces the animals, demonstrates some of their trained skills and shares stories about their personalities, training and experiences in film productions.
2 km musher-driven husky safari
The highlight of the visit is a 2 km husky sled ride through the winter landscape around the park.
Guests sit comfortably in the sled while an experienced musher stands behind on the runners and controls the team. Each sled can accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children (depending on the children’s size and total weight).
Once the dogs begin to run, the route leads through snow-covered forest and frozen lake scenery. The dogs settle into their natural rhythm while the musher manages the team from behind. Guests can concentrate fully on the ride, the dogs and the surrounding Arctic landscape.
The musher-driven format makes this an easy introduction to husky sledding for guests who want to experience travelling behind a working dog team while the musher handles the sled.
Meet the animals at Husky Park
The husky safari is only part of the visit. Time is also spent meeting the animals around the park and learning more about their lives.
Siberian huskies remain at the centre of the experience, and the park's collection of Arctic animals gives the visit its distinctive character. Guests may meet Arctic and red foxes, tundra wolves, dog-wolf mixes, spitzes and puppies when available.
There is also an opportunity to meet Taika, the park’s friendly kissing reindeer, and take photographs.
Please remove gloves and mittens before touching the huskies and other animals. They are playful and may grab or damage them. Guests should not feed the animals.
Warm up in the Lappish hut
After the outdoor activities, the visit continues inside a cosy Lappish hut by the fireplace.
Hot berry juice or coffee is served together with cookies and a warm sausage. It is a chance to warm up after the husky ride and spend more time hearing stories about life with sled dogs in Finnish Lapland.
Guests can also visit Reijo's Hall of Fame, watch a short film about husky life and browse the local souvenirs before returning to Levi.
Who this is for
- Guests looking for a short husky safari close to Levi
- First-time visitors who want to experience husky sledding with a professional musher
- Families, couples and groups interested in both huskies and other Arctic animals
- Guests who prefer to ride as passengers while the musher handles the sled
- Animal lovers interested in meeting trained huskies, foxes, wolves and other northern animals
- Visitors looking for a husky experience that combines a sled ride with a longer animal park visit
What's included
- Transportation from Levi
- Guide throughout the program
- Guided tour of Husky Park, meet Siberian huskies and other Arctic animals
- 2 km musher-driven husky safari
- Opportunity to meet Taika the kissing reindeer
- Hot berry juice or coffee
- Cookies and warm sausage
- Visit to the musher's Hall of Fame
- Short film about husky life (if time allows)
Not included
- Warm winter clothing.
- Warm clothing can be rented separately from the Scandinavian Travel Group / Safarimarket pick-up location at Keskuskuja 2 B 3 in Levi centre.
Important remarks
F.A.Q.
- Do I drive the husky sled myself?
No. This is a musher-driven husky safari. Guests sit in the sled while an experienced musher stands behind on the runners and drives the dog team throughout the 2 km route.
- How long is the husky safari?
The sled route is 2 km and travels through snowy forest and frozen lake scenery. Total ride time is 5 to 10 minutes
- How many people can sit in one husky sled?
One sled can accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children (depending on weight and size).
- What animals can we see at Husky Park?
The park is home to Siberian huskies of different ages, Arctic foxes, red foxes, tundra wolves, dog-wolf mixes, spitzes and racoon dogs. Puppies may also be present when available. Guests can also meet Taika the kissing reindeer.
- Are the animals at Husky Park movie stars?
Some of the animals have been specially trained for film productions. During the visit, the host shares stories about their training and film work and may demonstrate some of the skills they have learned.
- Is previous husky sledding experience required?
No. Guests ride as passengers while the musher controls the sled, so no previous sledding or mushing experience is required.
- Is warm winter clothing included?
No. Warm winter clothing is not included in the price. It can be rented separately from Scandinavian Travel Group / Safarimarket at Keskuskuja 2 B 3 in Levi centre.
- What is served after the husky ride?
Guests can warm up in the Lappish hut with hot berry juice or coffee, cookies and a warm sausage by the fireplace.
- Can we take photographs with the animals?
Yes. There are opportunities to photograph the animals during the park visit, including Taika the reindeer. Always follow the host's instructions when approaching or touching animals.
- Can we touch the huskies?
Yes, when instructed by the host. Remove gloves and mittens first because the dogs may try to play with them. Please do not feed the dogs.
Important remarks:
Child price: Applies for ages 2 to 11.
Sled capacity: Maximum 2 adults and 2 children per sled (depending on weight and size).
Musher-driven safari: Guests remain passengers during the 2 km ride. The musher drives the sled.
Animals: The animals present can vary. Puppies are available only when there are puppies at the park.
Animal interaction: Remove gloves and mittens before touching the huskies and other animals. They may play with, take or damage them.
Feeding: Do not feed the animals.
Other visitors: There may be other guests visiting Husky Park during the program.
Warm clothing: Warm winter clothing is not included. Rental clothing is available separately from Scandinavian Travel Group / Safarimarket at Keskuskuja 2 B 3 in Levi centre.
Recommendation
- Wear warm winter clothing with thermal base layers, insulated footwear, a warm hat and mittens.
- Much of the program takes place outdoors and guests remain seated during the husky ride, so it can feel colder than activities involving continuous movement.
- If renting winter clothing from Safarimarket, arrive at least 20 minutes before departure to allow enough time to get dressed.
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 365 days or less before the event