Dogs & the Ocean - Along the arctic coast by dog wagon

Dogs & the Ocean - Along the Arctic coast by dog wagon

with Greendog Svalbard

Dogs & the Ocean - Along the Arctic coast by dog wagon

with Greendog Svalbard

Enjoy the beautiful coastal landscape with sled dogs along “Vestpynten”, in a wagon with a 12-team, driven by the guide.

This is a really nice tour, that fit the whole family, no matter age and condition. Join us in a dog tour, where you lean back and enjoy the beautiful coast line outside of Bear valley, while the guide steers the wagon with your entire family. We will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Bjørndalen, where the dogs are eagerly waiting for us. Its possible to help the guide harnessing the dogs, but its nothing you have to do, if you dont feel like it. When the dogs are attached to the wagon, the tour will start and we will drive out along the Ice fjord, towards Bear Valley. Keep your eyes open, since theres a lot of life here! At the tour, we may see reindeer, polar fox, ptarmigan, seal and maybe even walrus and whale. The world of birds is rich reperesented by the little auk, geese, various seagulls and puffins. We also pass by cultural heretage, like the iconic coal crane at the old coal harbour.

After about 1 and a half hours of dog driving, we will continue by car to our kennel in Bolterdalen. We will drive through Advent Valley, where you can also very often see reindeer. At the dog kennel, the guide will show you around and if theres any children on the tour, then maybe they would like to visit the playground. Afterwards, we see the latest generation of puppies and we enjoy coffee, hot chocolate , bisquits – and maybe a brandy in our heated log cabin.

The entire trip is approximately 3 hours, inluding transport to and from the hotels. You must be dressed in warm outdoor clothing and you have to tell us in advance if you need to lend clothes from Green Dog for the tour.

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Adults	NOK1390.00 per person
Children under 12 years	NOK695.00 per person

Included in the price

Pick up/return to hotel
Around 1 hour of dogdriving along the coastline of Bjørndalen
A visit to the Green Dog kennel – meet our puppies and enjoy a hot cup of coffee/chocolate or tea in our cozy logcabin.

Practical Information

Wear warm clothes to be outside, but let us know in advance if you want to borrow clothes.
Clothing is not included in this trip, however if you notify us at least one day in advance, you can lend a suit from us!
The carriage ride itself is around 1 hour, depending on the weather and wind.
When making the booking, please choose a hotel as pick-up spot. We only pick up from hotels, to avoid delays.
Note that the guide starts picking up at 9 and therefore may be a few minutes late.
We end the trip with a visit at the puppies and coffee, cake and brandy in our cozy log cabin.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please note that the local hospital does not recommend pregnant women to participate on dogsled tours.
This is an activity with live animals and it is therefore not possible to make longer stops for photography.
Our guides are all very professional and passionated in their daily work with dogs & guests. They are certified and they participate yearly in the SGO (Svalbard Guide Course).
Safety is our highest priority and your guide will bring safety arms, satelite phone and first aid kit.

Cancellation Term

If cancelled 22 days or more prior to departure 100 % refund.
If cancelled 22-7 days prior to departure 50 % refund.
Cancellation less than 7 days prior to departure is a ”no show” and does not qualify for any refund.
You may apply to your insurance company for a refund if you provide a medical certificate.
If Green Dog Svalbard decides to cancel a trip due to weather conditions or any other reasons, you will receive a full refund!