Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by snowy landscapes, huskies, and the crisp Arctic air. Our recent elopement in Tamokdalen, just outside Tromsø, captured a perfect mix of romance, adventure, and unforgettable moments. From cozy cuddles with huskies to driving dog sleds in wedding attire, every moment was magical.

Husky Elopement in Tamokdalen: A Magical Winter Experience

A winter elopement in Tamokdalen, just outside Tromsø, is the perfect mix of romance and adventure. Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by snow, huskies, and the crisp Arctic air. Every moment—from cuddles with huskies to dog sled rides in wedding attire—becomes a memory you’ll never forget.

Cuddles, Kisses, and Huskies: Perfect Winter Elopement Moments

Our couple shared intimate moments with their husky companions, creating magical memories in a stunning snowy setting. Huskies add playful energy and warmth, making your winter elopement truly unique.

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Adventure Meets Romance: Dog Sledding in Wedding Attire

The big highlight of this husky elopement was the thrilling dog sled ride. Gliding through snowy landscapes in full wedding attire is romantic, fun, and unforgettable—perfect for adventurous couples planning a winter elopement. Just remember to wear wool underneath and gear up with heat packs inside gloves, shoes and bras! My best trick to keep warm during a winter elopement.

3 top husky destinations

• Lyngen: Go husky sleighing surrounded by the Lyngen alps
• Senja: You can go for a husky ride during the day and do northern lights shot in the fjord in the evening
• Tamok Valley: Perfect for an intimate husky sleighing experience, and you can even spend the night in the snow igloos nearby

Lanterns and Smoke Bombs: Creating Magical Winter Elopement Photos

As darkness fell, our couple used lanterns and green smoke bombs to add a cinematic and romantic touch. These details make winter elopement photos in Tamokdalen dramatic, colorful, and truly memorable.

What to wear for your winter elopement

Obviously you want to wear your wedding attire! But there are some considerations to make the experience more comfy and practical so you can stay warm, move with ease and look amazing as well!

Wedding dress tips

• Long sleeves are a must!
• A dress that is easy to move around in. Think A-line or ball gown rather that a mermaid dress.
• If you want photos in snow, consider wearing a dress that has a little bit of color in it, to stand out from the white snow.
• Lace is often a comfortable and stretchy fabric to wear when walking around in nature.
• As you might walk for a bit and then put your dress on at the right spot, get a dress that is easy to get in and out of! Buttons are cute, but opt for the ones with a hidden zipper!
• A big bouquet that doesn’t hide away. It tends to be darker in northern lights photos, so get one with good size and some pop of color!

What to wear for the gents

• Consider getting a suit that is not too dark to make it stand out from the dark shadows in a northern lights photo. There are so many lighter colors that work great for elopements where you can show off your personality more than in a black suit.
• When trying out your clothes, do a squat test to make sure it is easy to move around in.
• Make sure there is room for undergarments!

Layering

Everyone in Norway knows this from early age: wear wool as your inner layer! It is thermal and holds heat even though you get sweaty. Get it in a color that matches the other garments you wear so it doesn’t show.

Then you want a coat or poncho to wear as well. My top recommendation would be to borrow one of the furs I have inherited from my mother and grandmother. It is not the vegan option, but it is insanely warm, and the animal has not been alive for decades. But, if that is not your thing there are many other options as well! We would get photos both with and without them to show off the dress as well. You should also consider getting matching mittens and ear warmers!

Want to buy ecologic wool undergarments without any toxins? Click here to visit Dillings website, a danish company with lots of cute and comfortable wool pieces for both men and women.

Why Choose Tamok Valley for Your Husky Winter Elopement

Arctic landscape: Snowy mountains and untouched nature make a romantic backdrop.

Adventure opportunities: Dog sledding, huskies, snowshoeing, and more.

Memorable photos: Snow, lanterns, and huskies create cinematic, romantic images.

Privacy & intimacy: Perfect for couples seeking a true winter elopement experience.