Husky Dog Sledding
The Husky Dog Sledding takes place in Latvia's mesmerizing winter wonderland like countryside. The sled track is about five kilometers long and the entire adventure can take about four hours including brief training and instructions before hitting the trail. Two persons will be on each sled and compare to a bobsled adventure, you and your buddy will be able to explore the beauty of Latvian outdoors on winter. Book this winter activity with us and we will guarantee you to have a well organized and fun experience with your friends.
Book this now and get to know the Latvia’s wilderness and experience being a real musher by driving the dog sled. When you visit Riga, you do not have to spend all your day snowboarding or skiing. Dog sledding is your chance to experience something unusual and more exciting. Complete your day by driving a dog sled powered by Siberian Huskies and enjoy the outdoor adventure offered by Latvia’s countryside.
This will not be just a simple husky dog sledding experience but also a chance to discover an element of Latvia and get to know more about the history of dog sledding and its importance to this country. Enjoy the beautiful forest with your friends and have a taste of traditional Latvian goods.
Includes:
- Return Transport
- English Speaking Guide
- Training Time
- 4km Sledding
Duration
3 Hours
Tips:
Don’t wash your face the morning of your dog sledding experience.
Location
15 km Out Of Riga
Availability
December to February
from € 125 per person
Husky Dogs
First developed as sled dogs - Huskies are remarkable dogs - and their ability to learn is staggering. The Siberian Husky is a beautiful dog breed with a thick coat that comes in a multitude of colors and markings. The Siberian Husky was imported to Alaska in 1908 and was used as sled dogs during the gold rush.
Sleds
A dog sled is a sled pulled by one or more sled dogs used to travel over ice and through snow.
Dog Power
Dog power has been used for hunting and travel for over a thousand years. As far back as the 10th century these dogs have contributed to human culture.
Availability
The Riga Dog Sledding Experience is very dependent on the weather. The best months for dog sled activity in Riga are December to March. If the activity will not be available we will replace with another activity.