Follow the old postal route between Alta and Kautokeino on a unique winter journey with your own dog team. The trip takes you from Gargia via Suolovuopmi to Bingis mountain lodge and back, with full board and lodging along the way. Drive your own sled with five happy and reliable sled dogs. This is a journey that blends cultural history, connection with animals, and true Arctic silence. You'll learn how to care for, communicate with, and work as a team with your dogs while traveling the same route used by mail carriers for generations. Follow the Historic Postal Route Trace the legendary path between Alta and Kautokeino, just as mail carriers did for generations. This journey blends adventure, history, and the raw beauty of the Arctic wilderness. Drive Your Own Dog Team Take the lead and mush your own sled, powered by five happy, reliable huskies. Experience the thrill of guiding your team across snowy plateaus and through silent forests. Cozy Mountain Cabin Stays Unwind in rustic mountain cabins after each day's adventure. Enjoy warm meals, good company, and the unique charm of Arctic lodging along the route. Learn the Art of Dog Sledding Discover how to care for, communicate with, and work as a team with your sled dogs. Build a bond with your canine companions as you master the skills of mushing together. Arctic Silence & Stunning Scenery Immerse yourself in the peaceful stillness of the Finnmark Plateau. Traverse vast snowy landscapes and soak in the breathtaking beauty of untouched nature. All-Inclusive Arctic Experience Everything is taken care of—winter clothing, hearty 3-course dinners, and expert guidance. Just bring your sense of adventure and a love for the great outdoors. Itinerary Day 1: Arrival at Gargia Lodge — Introduction, training, and group dinner. Day 2: Gargia to Suolovuopmi (via Beskades) — First day on the sled. Field lunch and lodge dinner. Day 3: Day trip to Bingis — Light sled, return to Suolovuopmi. Focus on team bonding. Day 4: Suolovuopmi to Gargia — Return across the plateau. Final dinner and overnight stay. Day 5: Breakfast and departure. About the Dogs The sled dogs are healthy, happy, and well-cared for. You will be involved in daily care and develop a personal connection with your team. This is a respectful and low-impact way to experience Arctic nature up close.
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Follow the Historic Postal Route by Dog Sled!

Mush Your Own Team Across the Plateau!

Bond With Your Dogs for Five Days!
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94% satisfaction across recent stays, based on verified GuestRevu reviews imported automatically from GetYourGuide, Tripadvisor, and Google.
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We stayed at the Gargia Lodge in Dec '25. Despite some bad weather and clouds (even with projected Kp values as low as 1) we got multiple nights of lovely northern lights viewing, right outside our cabin doors. In fact we could check the sky through the window - and just step out when it was clear &...
We spent some days there in January to watch aurora borealis (aka northern lights). The lodge is really a good place, far out in the country side, not much light pollution. The team is so helpful and they really take care to make it a good stay, very personal and considering. Like visiting friends y...
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Germany
Great place, we come back again
Emplacement et confort
Habitación + desayuno + personal excelente
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France
(Translated by Google) In the middle of the woods. For peace seekers and walkers / cyclists. (Original) Midden in de bossen. Voor rustzoeker en wandelaar / fietser.
(Translated by Google) A nice place, we had a great room, very nice staff and good service, great food, definitely a place to visit 🤗 (Original) En fin plass , vi hadde et flott rom , meget hyggelig betjening og god service, knall god mat , absolutt en plass og besøke 🤗
I didn't stay at the place, only had a delicious soup before hiking to the waterfall. It tasted absolutely amazing and the staffwas very friendly, very cozy place.😋
My daughter and I did the dog sledding tour and it was absolutely amazing! I highly recommendend it and the whole team is very friendly. Last but not least: the dogs are so wonderful and full of power. Thanks a lot for a great experience!
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Die Lage der Gargia Loge ist außergewöhnlich schön. Das Personal ist super freundlich. Das Essen hat sehr gut geschmeckt. Die Touren der Loge haben sehr viel Spaß gemacht.