You are invited to make 2026 a year to remember, by taking on a once-in-a-lifetime challenge in support of Mountbatten Isle of Wight — husky sledding in Sweden's Arctic Circle with the Lapland Husky Trail.

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Sign up this winter, to ensure you have a year to prepare and fundraise for this epic adventure.

This challenge will see you sled over 240km, through untouched natural landscapes and past beautiful scenic views, while tending to your pack of husky dogs. 

Your epic journey will finish at Sweden's world-famous Ice Hotel!

To read the full details about this challenge, including your commitment to raise a specified minimum amount in sponsorship, CLICK HERE 

CLICK HERE for full event details 

Mountbatten Isle of Wight is working with the specialist charity challenge event provider, Global Adventure Challenges, to offer this unique experience.

New to dog sledding? This epic challenge is suitable for beginners, as full training will be given. All you need to join this challenge is a thirst for extreme adventure! 

You begin in Kiruna, Sweden. 200km north of the Arctic Circle, this is Sweden's gateway to the icy, stark beauty of Lapland. 

The challenge takes place in the snowy landscape between Kiruna and Gällivare.

Photos via Google Maps

Raising money for Mountbatten Isle of Wight with the Lapland Husky Trail

To secure your place on the Lapland Husky Trail for Mountbatten Isle of Wight, one option is to commit to raising a minimum amount through sponsorship. This financial commitment covers the cost of your adventure as well as ensuring vital funds are provided for our end-of-life and palliative care charity.

Most people taking on a charity challenge sign up in advance, choosing this option, and use their year of preparation to raise the required amount.

Your fundraising journey will be supported by our team, including setting up a dedicated fundraising website so you can keep track of each step towards your minimum sponsorship goal.

CLICK HERE to register and secure your place

All sledding photos by Global Adventure Challenges

Mountbatten Isle of Wight's Lapland Husky Trail with Global Adventure Challenges is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the land of the Northern Lights, while tending to your huskies, experiencing life in the Arctic Circle's Lapland.

This will be truly unforgettable, with the added bonus that you will be raising vital money to ensure our expert staff can continue to deliver care, 24/7, to Islanders in their own homes and in our hospice in Newport.