Dog Sledding Switzerland
Huskies, those wolf-like beauties affectionately known as Eskimo dogs, have always been the ultimate sled dogs thanks to their incredible joy, strength, and bond with humans – they offer truly breathtaking experiences! Get up close and personal with these amazing four-legged friends. You'll dive into a captivating world that will stay with you, and you'll get to know and love every single husky. Huskies are super cuddly, making them perfect for outings with kids who love dogs and are up for an exciting adventure.
A fantastic husky tour is waiting for you! Whether it's a sled ride or a sled dog tour with the huskies through the valley, you and your furry companions will quickly bond. It's the kind of experience that makes you fondly remember winter. And here's a little tip: this adventure also makes a great gift voucher!
These events are perfect for getting to know the huskies and getting a first taste of the action. On your husky sled ride in Switzerland, you'll glide on runners with your very own team, following the musher (that's what we call the guide!) through stunning snowy mountain landscapes. Each dog will lead you through the breathtaking scenery. You and your furry friends will become one team, and you'll quickly discover just how special huskies are. It's a truly unique experience for the whole family! They don't call dogs man's best friend for nothing, right? Get ready for an unforgettable adventure with your husky by your side. Imagine: winter, nature, just you, the animals, the sled, and the husky tour – what an adventure! You can find out more about this activity and the tour further down.
Sled Dog Offer
Exclusive
CHF 899.-Locations Dog Sledding
Our dog sledding experiences take place in these regions:
> Wengi (challenging tour)
> Näfels (easy tour)
After booking, your guide will contact you personally to discuss the tour and find the best location for you.
Just a heads-up: Looking for an extraordinary gift? A husky sled ride is super easy and quick to order online. We'll send the voucher straight to your home. Only certified staff are on duty. The bond between dog and human is truly unique!
Frequently Asked Questions about Dog Sledding
The musher (driver) controls the dog sled by shifting their weight and using various commands.
Only the following dog breeds can be called "sled dogs": The Alaskan Malamute, the Greenland Dog, the Samoyed, and the Siberian Husky.
A dog pulling a sled with harnesses. Sled dogs have incredible stamina, aren't very sensitive to pain, and have a strong cardiovascular system. They're excellent runners, which is why the Inuit used them for transporting people and goods.
The shoes protect the huskies' sensitive paws from the cold and from ice clumps in the snow that would otherwise get stuck between their pads.
Over longer distances of 80 to 100 km, sled dogs can reach speeds of 25 to 27 km/h.
The sled dogs are Huskies. These are polar dogs that were bred by people from Greenland, Canada, and Alaska.
The Siberian Husky is known for being gentle, playful, friendly, attentive, and social. They're almost never suspicious of strangers or other dogs.
We can't set an exact time because the sled ride depends on the dogs, temperatures, weather, and the participants' weight.
No, that's not necessary. In 30 years, we've never had to cancel a sleigh ride because of a lack of snow. The tour will go ahead, and if needed, it will simply take place in a different nearby area.
Since sled rides only happen in December, we get a lot of bookings really fast during that time. It's best to just quickly check with us if there are still spots left.