Winter activity in Karelia: snowmobiling and dog sledding

A two-day snowmobile and dog sledding trip through the most beautiful deserted places of South Karelia with an overnight stay in a cozy eco-complex guest house. 

The program includes an exciting tour of the kennel of northern sled dogs, acquaintance with real Arctic veterans of expeditions to the North Pole and other Arctic routes. 

A journey in which you will experience the true silence and serenity of the nature of the north and get an unforgettable experience.

The tour is designed for 2-4 participants at a time. More participants on request.

Location

Petrozavodsk
$550
+ tickets to the starting point of the tour
No need to pay now
Duration
2 days
1 night
Departures
5 - 6 Nov
12 - 13 Nov
19 - 20 Nov
26 - 27 Nov
3 - 4 Dec
10 - 11 Dec
14 - 15 Jan, 2027
21 - 22 Jan, 2027
Or request private custom tour
Any dates between 1 Nov and 14 Dec are available.
Accommodation
  • Guest House
    1 night
Comfort
  • Basic+
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
From 2 to 4 tourists
Minimum age
8 years old
Group meet at
Petrozavodsk
Contact the tour coordinator
Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Furry friends
Visit the Polar Explorer's House and get to know the legendary expedition dogs that conquered the Arctic
Snowmobile drive
Take a mini snowmobile expedition
An evening for the soul
Spend the evening by the fireplace, enjoying the dance of a live fire and Karelian cuisine

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Getting to know sled dogs and traveling by dog sled

    The tour starts at approximately 08:00.

    Meeting in Petrozavodsk or at the airport.

    If you arrive later than the start of the main group, then join on your own at the moment where the group is located in Petrozavodsk. If the group is already in the eco-complex at the time of arrival, it is possible to arrange a transfer for an additional fee (reservation in advance).

    Transfer to the Polar Explorer's House (30 km).

    Breakfast in Karelian style.

    Briefing, acquaintance with the instructor, information on the program completion.

    Safety briefing, selection of equipment.

    Getting to know sled dogs.

    Team gathering.

    Team management training.

    A dog sledding trip through the Karelian forest to the forest lake.

    A snack by the campfire at a rest stop while driving along the route.

    Return to the Polar Explorer's House.

    Summing up the results of the day.

    Dinner by the fireplace — Karelian cuisine and tasting of Karelian tinctures based on northern herbs and berries.

    Watching films about the Arctic from the Arctic Open International Arctic Film Festival.

  • Day 2 - Mini snowmobile expedition
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Guest House
    1 night
Comfort
  • Basic+

The tour includes accommodation in a guest house.

The cost of the tour for 1 person:

  • adult — 39,900 rubles;
  • children 8-12 years old — 26,300 rubles;

The additional payment to the program for one person traveling by sled / snowmobile is 5,000 rubles/day.

The tour is designed for 2-4 participants at a time. More participants on request.

Guest House 1 night
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Tour conditions

Group
From 2 to 4 tourists
Minimum age
8 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Petrozavodsk

Included in price

  • all transfers and excursions according to the program;
  • provision of specialized equipment;
  • walking along routes with equipped bivouacs (parking area);
  • professional instructor support;
  • meals according to the program, including a hot campfire meal;
  • photo and video shooting with your own equipment;
  • accommodation in a guest house;
  • insurance.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
  • meals not specified in the program;
  • photo session with a professional photographer — from 8,000 rubles.;
  • a walk with a dog — 500 rubles.;
  • It is possible to organize an additional day on snowmobiles or dog sleds — check with the manager.;
  • The additional payment to the program for one person traveling by sled / snowmobile is 5,000 rubles/day.

It's important to know

Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?

Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?

Dates and Prices

  • Individual dates available on request
    1 Nov – 14 Dec
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  • $550
    5 – 6 Nov 2 days 1 night
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  • $550
    12 – 13 Nov 2 days 1 night
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  • $550
    19 – 20 Nov 2 days 1 night
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  • $550
    26 – 27 Nov 2 days 1 night
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  • $550
    3 – 4 Dec 2 days 1 night
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