COURMAYEUR, italy
EUROPE
Jan 2025

SledDog

[ OVERVIEW ]

Escape the routine and dive into the thrill of a sled ride, experiencing the magic of snow excursions at the foot of Mont Blanc, in the picturesque Aosta Valley, pulled by your loyal companions: magnificent sled dogs. Discover the affection for these extraordinary animals, as they rediscover their natural instincts amidst the woods. Sledding is more than a sport; it's a lifestyle, an experience that binds man and dog in perfect synergy, offering mutual joy. Guided by an experienced instructor, sled excursions are the most accessible way to delve into this fascinating discipline.

Experience Details

Next Dates

From 10 Dec 2026

Trip Duration

1 Day

Pricing

From € 400 per Person

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Close-up of a Siberian Husky dog outdoors in snow, looking directly at the camera, with blurred background and a chain leash in the foreground.
View from a dog sled in a snowy landscape showing the back of the sled and a team of huskies pulling it across snow-covered terrain with distant mountains.
Multiple Siberian husky dogs wearing harnesses in a snowy landscape, one dog with its mouth open. 
[ HIGHLIGHTS ]

Every trail tells a story of trust

Sled Dog Experience , Val Veny, Courmayeur Mont Blanc

Nestled in the Val Veny, just beneath the Italian side of Mont Blanc, this is your chance to become a musher for a day.

After a short theory briefing on how to communicate with your team and handle the sled safely, you'll take the reins yourself — solo or with an instructor by your side, depending on your confidence level.

Guiding you: Fabrizio Lovati and his team of specialized sled dog guides, together with a pack of 30 huskies ready to run through the fresh Val Veny snow.

A hands-on, authentic experience — far from the tourist circuit and true to the real spirit of sled dogging.

A man wearing a helmet and winter clothing riding a dog sled in snowy forest, with huskies pulling the sled.
A person dressed in a blue winter jacket and helmet riding a dog sled pulls four huskies through a snowy landscape. The background features snow-covered trees and houses under a cloudy sky.

Tour Itinerary

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Val Veny, Courmayeur

Meeting at 10:00 am in Val Veny, Courmayeur. After a delightful breakfast, we will proceed to get to know our canine friends. A trained instructor will provide you with all the necessary information to immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience. Val Veny is perfect due to its topographic features, and after learning the basic techniques, we will move on to action. The excursion will last about two hours in the fantastic forests at the foot of Mont Blanc.

    • Mountain boots

    • Backpack

    • Water bottle (minimum 1 L) or thermos

    • Energy bars or dried fruit

    • High-protection sunscreen and lip balm with sun protection (lip balm)

    • Wool hat or fleece-lined beanie

    • Buff / neck gaiter

    • Glacier/high-altitude sunglasses

    • Waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex, Pac-Lite, Conduit, etc.), shell type (fourth layer)

    • Windstopper jacket or insulating layer such as Primaloft (third layer)

    • Technical turtleneck/base layer (second layer)

    • Breathable T-shirt (first layer)

    • Ski gloves – 1 pair

    • Lightweight spare gloves – 1 pair

    • Ski trousers, with optional thermal leggings

    • Ski socks

    • Participants are required to follow the instructions given by the Instructors before and during the activities and to respect any changes to the programme made to ensure their safety.

    • For all itineraries and activity programmes, Instructors reserve the right to make changes depending on weather conditions, accessibility, mountain hut availability and the physical fitness of the participants.

    • The periods indicated for the activities are subject to changes depending on weather conditions and the physical conditions of the terrain (snow cover, ground conditions, etc.).

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[ the journey ]

Into Alpine Freedom.

More info

  • Minimum number of participants: 2 people

  • Maximum number of participants: 5 people (exceptions may be possible upon request)

  • Recommended age: no age limit, a basic level of fitness for sports activities is sufficient

  • Children:

    Ages 4-8: transported in the guide's sled

    Ages 9-12: may drive the sled with the guides' support

  • Recommended equipment: Waterproof and sturdy footwear (après-ski boots or trekking boots)
    Ski suit, gloves, hat or beanie, sunglasses
    Ski helmet (if you don't have one, we will provide one)

  • Safety: You will be assisted at all times by specialized guides, who will lead the way on a snowmobile and provide support and advice throughout the experience.

Your Guide

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Fabrizio Lovati

After successfully completing the instructor training course, Fabrizio Lovati opened the Grandes Jorasses Sled Dog School in Courmayeur (AO), going on to introduce numerous other enthusiasts to the sport, turning them into mushers and training wonderful husky dogs to pull the sled.

The Sled Dog School later opened its doors to beginners as well, allowing Fabrizio to share the thrill of driving a sled pulled by his huskies with tourists who travel from all over the world to meet him in Courmayeur (AO).

Finally, crowning Fabrizio's activity, thanks also to a well-equipped fleet of winter vehicles, he is able to provide support for image and advertising services to those who wish to showcase the immense natural beauty that the Aosta Valley landscape has to offer.

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[ FAQ ]

Common Questions

  • The price includes the sled dog experience in Val Veny with a team of specialized sled dog guides, the theory briefing, the sled and the huskies, the safety assistance of guides on snowmobile throughout the excursion, and a ski helmet if you don't have one.

  • It's for everyone. No previous experience is needed: you start with a short theory briefing on how to communicate with your team and handle the sled safely, then you take the reins yourself, alone or with an instructor by your side, depending on your confidence. There is no age limit, and a basic level of fitness for sports activities is enough.

  • Yes. Children aged 4 to 8 travel in the guide's sled, and children aged 9 to 12 can drive the sled with the guides' support.

  • The experience runs with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 5 participants. Exceptions may be possible on request, so contact us if your group is larger.

  • We meet at 10:00 am in Val Veny, Courmayeur. After breakfast, you meet the dogs and a trained instructor explains the essentials. After the basic techniques, the excursion takes about two hours through the forests at the foot of Mont Blanc.

  • Yes. You are assisted at all times by specialized guides, who lead the way on a snowmobile and give support and advice throughout the experience. You will also receive a briefing on how to handle the sled before departure, and you must follow the instructors' instructions at all times.

  • Click "Book Now" on the page where booking is available, or use "Contact Us" to check availability and request a place. Not all tours can be booked online right away: for some departures we first confirm availability and the details with you, then guide you through the booking.

  • Bring your own clothing: waterproof and sturdy footwear (après-ski or trekking boots), a ski suit or ski trousers with layers, ski gloves plus a spare pair, a hat or beanie, a neck gaiter, glacier sunglasses, sunscreen and lip balm, plus a backpack, a water bottle (min. 1 L) and a snack. The sled and a ski helmet are provided, and if you own a helmet you're welcome to use it.

  • No special training is needed, just a basic level of fitness for sports activities. Dress in layers to stay warm in the snow and be ready for a hands-on experience in the outdoors.

  • Yes, we offer transfers and every kind of shuttle service you may need, from and to the meeting point in Val Veny, the airport or your accommodation. They are not included in the price and can be requested separately.

  • Yes. We can organise a private departure for your family, friends or group, or combine the experience with other mountain activities. Visit our Tailor Made page or contact us and we'll design it for you.

  • Safety, and the welfare of the dogs, come first. The instructors can change the route, the timing or the program depending on weather and snow conditions.

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