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WILDERNESS HOTEL JUUTUA

Winter Summer & Autumn Sauna Snowmobile Husky Reindeer Northern Lights Culture

Finnish Sauna Experience with Jacuzzi

Winter | From 15.11 - 31.3

from

85€

/person

1,5 hours

Authentic Finnish relaxation!
Relax in the sauna heat at our Koski facility, complete with a Jacuzzi by the shores of Juutua River! In Koski (Finnish word for rapids), the sauna is heated by a Finnish electric sauna stove. In addition to the sauna, there is a dressing room, bathroom, and showers. From the sauna, you will find an entrance to the terrace, where you can enjoy the warmth of your own jacuzzi overlooking the rapids of Juutua River. Drinks and snacks can be ordered to the sauna in advance.

Including: Towels, shampoo and soap, bottles of water

Rustic outdoor firepit with two cast-iron kettles hanging over flames and a grill basket with fish, snowy setting

From Lake to Plate

Catch your own meal with a local fisherman.

from

280 €

/person

4,5 hours

Experience traditional ice fishing with a local fisherman on the famous Arctic lakes. Locals have relied on these lakes as a food source for generations. You will be introduced to different ways of fishing under the ice and take part in checking fishing nets and traps. The day will be completed with a meal prepared from the freshly caught fish by an open fire, adding a special touch to your authentic Arctic experience. This adventure offers a glimpse into the local way of life, the thrill of checking traps, and the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of the wilderness.

Including: Snowmobile sleigh ride, lunch, warm drinks, ice fishing instructions and gear, English-speaking guide.

Reindeer Sleigh Ride

Hop on this adventure through the Arctic Wilderness!

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170 €

/person

2 hours

Suspension footbridge over a partially frozen river amid snow-covered pines, lone hiker in blue jacket starting a winter nature walk.

Winter walk to Jäniskoski Rapids

You will learn about the river Juutua which is important part of Inari Sámi Culture

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80 €

/person

1,5 hours

Join us for a beautiful walk to Jäniskoski Rapids, the largest of the 10 rapids at Juutua River. This trip is suitable for everyone, with about a 1km walk to the fireplace spot. Along the way, you'll learn about the river Juutua, an important part of Inari Sámi culture, and other interesting facts about the locals and their way of living. We'll enjoy warm drinks and some snacks together at a cozy campsite with fire place while listening to the soothing sound of the river.

Including: Transportation, Warm drinks, snacks, English-speaking guide.

Vivid green aurora borealis sweeping above snow‑covered pine trees beneath a starry night sky

Aurora Workshop

Introduction to the world of Northern Lights!

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60 €

/person

1 hour

Guided reindeer encounter in snowy pine forest, majestic antlered reindeer close to guests in warm winter jackets

Meet the Reindeer

Ever wondered what it's like to be a reindeer herder?

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150 €

/person

2 hours

What does a reindeer eat in the fells in wintertime? What does a reindeer’s muzzle feel like? How does a reindeer survive outside in -45 degrees centigrade? It is time to find out! Today you will meet a local reindeer herder and his reindeer. That visit is one of the top memories for our visitors. At the reindeer farm you will learn interesting information about the reindeer and the life of a reindeer herder and Sámi culture. This guided trip will be made by car.

Price: 130€/adult and 91€/child 4-14yrs old

Night tour van parked on snowy tundra as vibrant green northern lights dance overhead; bundled guests stand beside the vehicle.

Aurora Hunt by Car

Our most popular night-time experience!

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165 €

/person

3 hours

Ready for an exciting adventure? Join us for an Aurora car trip to hunt the Northern Lights! We'll set off in search of the Auroras, heading to our favorite camp spots if the weather is good. If the skies aren't clear, we'll drive further out to find the best viewing conditions. During the trip, our guide will serve warm drinks and snacks. This relaxing trip is suitable for everyone.

Including: Car trip, snacks, warm drinks, English-speaking guide.

Aurora borealis over a snowy frozen lake as guests on snowmobiles watch during a guided northern lights tour

Aurora Snowmobiling

Experiencing snowmobiling at night is truly thrilling.

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175 €

/person

2,5 hours

We'll head to open spots where the chances of seeing the Aurora are the highest. The driving distance depends on the weather conditions; if the sky looks promising, we'll stop and admire the beautiful show of Northern Lights dancing in the sky. We'll have a break at a campfire and enjoy warm drinks and each other’s company. The driver of the snowmobile must be at least 18 years old with a valid driving license. Children under 15 years will sit in a sleigh pulled by the guide's snowmobile.

Including: A shared snowmobile for 2 persons, helmets, snowmobile lesson, snacks, warm drinks, English-speaking guide.

Guided husky-sled excursion across a sunlit snowy plain, energetic sled dogs harnessed and bundled guides behind.

Husky Safari

A ‘must do’ experience when visiting Lapland!

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230 €

/person

3 hours

This adventure will take you through stunning lakes and forests. Before we set off, you'll learn how to handle the sled. Feel the excitement of the huskies as they get ready and then enjoy the serene silence as they pull your sled through the beautiful winter scenery. Each sled is set up for two guests, with one mushing and the other seated in the sleigh. Halfway through the journey, you'll switch positions so both of you get to experience the thrill of mushing. Rates are based on two people sharing a sled unless otherwise stated.

(Sledge driving time approximately 1 hour)

Including: Transportation, Sledding instructions, husky sled ride, English-speaking guide, warm drinks.

Couple on red snowmobile enjoying a guided winter safari across a snowy plain with frosted pine forest and pastel sky

Snowmobile Adventure

What would a holiday in Finnish Lapland be without a snowmobile experience?

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225 €

/person

4 hours

Snowmobiling is the best way to truly explore the wilderness. After a driving lesson, we'll head off on an exciting snowmobiling day that will take us through Lapland landscapes into untouched wilderness surroundings. We'll enjoy a lunch and warm drinks, making the day even more special. The driver of the snowmobile must be at least 18 years old with a valid driving license. Children under 15 years will sit in a sleigh pulled by the guide's snowmobile.

Including: A shared snowmobile for 2 persons, helmets, snowmobile lesson, lunch, warm drinks, English-speaking guide.

Guests gathered around a wood fire inside a snow-covered wooden lean-to shelter, enjoying northern lights over a pine forest.

Aurora Camp

Get ready for an unforgettable Lapland adventure!

from

155 €

/person

3 hours

We'll start with a cozy sleigh ride pulled by our guide's snowmobile, taking you through the stunning Arctic landscapes to our favorite spot for viewing the Northern Lights. Once we arrive at the campsite, you'll get to enjoy hot drinks and great company while you gaze at the northern sky. Because there won’t be any light pollution, our camp spots are one of the best places to catch the Auroras!

Including: Sleigh ride, snacks, warm drinks, English-speaking guide.

Two guests in blue parkas ice fishing on fur pelts atop a frozen lake at sunset, forested shoreline and colorful sky.

Ice Fishing Experience

Learn more about locals' favorite winter activity!

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122 €

/person

2 hours

We'll start with a short snowmobile sleigh ride to our fishing spot. Once we arrive, our guide will teach us the secrets of this popular winter activity among the locals. You'll learn how to drill holes in the ice, operate the fishing gear, and then it's time to try your luck. Warm drinks will be served to keep us cozy while we wait for the fish to bite in the beautiful arctic scenery.

Including: Snowmobile sleigh ride, ice fishing instructions and gear, English-speaking guide.

Two guests snowshoeing across a sunlit frozen lake at sunset, kicking up powder with long shadows and a tree-lined shoreline

Snowshoeing Adventure

Strap on your snowshoes and let's explore the stunning winter landscape of the Arctic.

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130 €

/person

4 hours

Ready for a bit more adventure? We'll trek through deep snow, spot animal tracks, and maybe even encounter some wildlife. Our friendly guide will share fascinating stories about Finnish nature and wildlife as we go. We'll take a break for lunch, adding a special touch to this exciting day. This tour is a fantastic way to experience the beauty of the Arctic in an eco-friendly way.

Including: Snowshoes, lunch, warm drinks, English-speaking guide.

Three guests snowshoeing at sunset through a snowy pine forest, wearing winter jackets and using poles.

Gentle Snowshoieng

If you enjoy a gentle walk in a beautiful snowy setting, this tour is perfect for you

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85 €

/person

2 hours

Three people in winter gear drilling an ice-fishing hole with a hand auger, tackle box and snowmobile tracks on a frozen lake

Ice Fishing Trip by Snowmobile Sleigh

Ice fishing done in traditional Finnish way; does it get any better?

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195 €

/person

4 hours

Spend a day learning about life in Northern Lapland while enjoying a snowmobile sleigh ride to the best ice-fishing spots. Our guide will show you how to make holes in the ice, and then we'll see who can catch the most fish. If we're lucky, we might even cook our catch over an open fire! We'll take a break for lunch, adding a special touch to this exciting day.

Including: Snowmobile sleigh ride, lunch, warm drinks, ice fishing instructions and gear, English-speaking guide.

Guided snowmobile tour across sunlit snowy plains with forested hills at sunrise, guests riding in a line kicking up powder

Snowmobile Safari

There is no way to visit Northern Finland without trying the snowmobiling even if the visit is only a short one

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145 €

/person

2 hours

First, you'll get familiar with the snowmobile with our guide, who will provide full safety instructions and a driving lesson. Once everyone feels comfortable with the machine, we'll head out for an exciting trip through the nearby surroundings. It's a thrilling way to explore the Arctic landscape and enjoy the winter wonderland. The driver of the snowmobile must be at least 18 years old with a valid driving license. Children under 15 years will sit in a sleigh pulled by the guide's snowmobile.

Including: A shared snowmobile for 2 persons, helmets, snowmobile lesson, English-speaking guide.

Motorboat cruising through pine-covered island archipelago on a calm blue lake, perfect for scenic boat tours.

Inari Cultural Day

Learn about the Sámi culture and see the historical Ukko Island.

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160 €

/person

6 hours

Available from 13.6.-18.9.

This activity is a combination of our all-time favorites in Inari. During the day you will have a guided tour in the Sámi Museum Siida, enjoy an outdoor lunch by the river Juutua, and join a cruise on Lake Inari. You will learn about the ancient and vibrant Sámi culture and arctic nature, and see the historical Ukko Island. In Siida you will also have a chance to shop local handicrafts.

What's included:

Guiding in English
Transfers
Outdoor lunch
Entrance ticket to Sámi Museum Siida
Lake Inari Cruise

Two snowshoers on a frozen lake beneath green northern lights, with snow-covered pines and rolling hills under a clear starry sky.

Aurora Snowshoeing

Search for the northern lights with snowshoes

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145 €

/person

2,5 hours

We'll equip you with snowshoes and poles if you prefer. Together, we'll head out for a peaceful walk through the stunning winter landscape, illuminated by the moon and the Northern Lights. Along the way, our friendly guide will share fascinating stories and information about Finnish nature and wildlife. We'll warm up by the campfire and wait for the Auroras to show up, while enjoying warm drinks by the fire.

Including: Snowshoes, snacks, warm drinks, English-speaking guide.

Rocky pine-forest trail with two backpackers checking a map, a serene, family-friendly nature hike.

Inari Hiking Day

Enjoy a nice day outside in arctic nature

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90 €

/person

3 hours

Available 1.5.-15.11.

Hear the wind and the birds and enjoy the beauty of wilderness landscapes. If you are willing to have a direct touch with the nature of this area, this activity is meant for you. You will enjoy picnic in the middle of beautiful sceneries hearing stories told by our experienced wilderness guide. If we are lucky during the trip we might see also some wild animals like reindeer and willow grouse.

Guided fat‑bike ride on a groomed snowy trail through pine forest, guests in helmets and winter jackets enjoying the outdoors

E-Fatbike Trip

Ride into the Wilderness: Experience Lapland’s natural beauty

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130 €

/person

2 hours

We'll head out to explore the biking trails leading to the beautiful surroundings of Northern Lapland. With electric fatbikes, you can easily reach stunning landscapes that would be difficult or time-consuming to access otherwise. Along the way, you'll experience the beauty of snowy Lappish forests. A light snack and warm drinks will be provided, giving you a chance to rest and take in the peaceful surroundings. Suitable for children from 12 years old and older.

Including: E-fatbike, helmets, snacks, warm drinks, English-speaking guide.

Wooden SIIDA museum sign beside pine trees with autumn foliage, indicating Sámi museum, nature centre and restaurant.

Visit to Sámi Museum Siida

A journey through history and Arctic wonders!

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85 €

/person

3 hours

Explore the Sámi Museum Siida, awarded the European Museum of the Year and the Finnish Museum of the Year in 2024. During this guided tour, you'll get familiar with the rich and varied history of the Sámi people and their role in modern-day Lapland, as well as see the wonders of Arctic nature. There is also an open-air museum that allows you to view over fifty cultural heritage buildings and structures. At the end of the tour, you'll have a chance to shop for local handicrafts in the Siida shop.

Including: Transportation, guided tour to the museum, opportunity to shop for local handicrafts.

Hotel staff folding soft spa robes and linens from baskets in a cozy treatment room

Reindeer & Sámi handicraft

Come and be a guest in the home of an Inari local.

from

125 €

/person

3 hours

Available from 3.7.-18.9.

During this tour, you will experience a real sense of Lapland way of life.

Tuula’s family lives in a remote location by the beautiful Muddus Lake with her reindeer. She will first introduce you to her reindeer before inviting you in her house where she tells you about Sámi handicraft, for example how traditional reindeer boots are made.

Incl transfers and 2hrs program at the farm

Angler standing at a tranquil lake shore, casting into glassy water reflecting a sunlit treeline

Fishing Trip to the forest pond

Locals' favorite summer activity

from

81 €

/person

2,5 hours

Four hikers with backpacks on a rocky riverside at sunset, overlooking a rushing river and forested hills

Midnight Sun Hike

Relaxing walk on one of the many fells in Inari.

from

90 €

/person

3 hours

The gentle light of the midnight sun shows the nature in a new perspective. During this night time hike you will have a relaxing walk on one of the many fells in Inari. You will learn about the unique nature and wildlife of the area and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Halfway through the hike you will stop to make a fire and enjoy warm drinks and a snack.

What's included:

Guiding in English
Transfers
Warm drink and snack

Motorboat cutting a wake through a narrow, forested lake valley under cloudy sky — scenic boat ride amid remote pine-covered shores.

Boat trip at Lemmenjoki National Park

Come with us to Lemmenjoki region to learn about the local culture and experience beautiful nature

from

220 €

/person

6 hours

Available: 8.6.-19.6. & 14.7.-18.9.

This tour takes you to the beautiful Lemmenjoki region. Driving time to Lemmenjoki takes about 1hr from hotel. During the day you will experience Ravadas falls by boat, enjoy lunch by the fire, learn about the reindeers and Sámi culture. You will also meet the reindeers, hear some Sámi traditional yoiking and make a visit to Art Studio Huopapirtti. If you want to experience as much as possible on one day, we recommend you to book this tour on your visit to Inari.

Woman in a lavender sweater kneeling outdoors, hugging a smiling husky mix against a grassy backdrop

Husky Farm Visit

This trip will take you to visit lovely husky dogs

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55 €

/person

1,5 hours

This trip will take you to visit lovely husky dogs. These hard-working dogs are made for the winter but during summer training is important. We will start from Wilderness Hotel Inari and we will take you to husky farm. At the farm you will hear about huskies and their life here in the North. If we are lucky there are also some puppies to see at the farm. After the farm visit there is transfer back to hotel.

Vivid green and purple aurora borealis sweeping across a night sky above silhouetted evergreen and bare trees.

Autumn Aurora hunt by car

Our most popular night-time experience!

from

150 €

/person

3 hours

Ready for an exciting adventure?
Join us for an Aurora car trip to hunt the Autumn Northern Lights! We'll set off in search of the Auroras, heading to our favorite camp spots if the weather is good. If the skies aren't clear, we'll drive further out to find the best viewing conditions. During the trip, our guide will serve warm drinks and snacks. This relaxing trip is suitable for everyone.

Including: Car trip, snacks, warm drinks, English-speaking guide.

Group whitewater rafting in an inflatable raft, guests wearing helmets and life vests paddling through rocky rapids with forested hills.

River Rafting

Come and experience the splashes of Juutua river!

from

130 €

/person

3 hours

Young woman with braided hair in a plaid shirt crouching in a pine forest at golden hour, gently picking wild berries

Foraging Lappish wild food

Get energy and super food from the pure arctic nature

from

75 €

/person

3 hours

Available from 20.5.-30.9.

Research shows that spending time in the forest lowers blood pressure and promotes overall well-being.
Summer and autumn are the harvest seasons, with berries and mushrooms playing a major role. Depending on the time of the year the forest offers us a variety of herbs and edible plants, and we can learn also how reindeer herding and fishing—both in the past and the present—have shaped the region’s culinary culture. Spend a day like a local.

Guests on a husky trekking experience: two harnessed huskies on leashes with guides walking through a snowy pine forest

Husky Hike

Have a walk into Lapland Nature with some lovely huskies

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115 €

/person

2,5 hours

Husky hiking is a great fun for both you and the dog. You will meet the huskies at their farm and be taught how to harness for the walk. You might be surprised how much it is helping to walk around with a husky that is pulling you. If the weather is warm, you will take the huskies for a little swim in the lake before heading back to the farm.

What's included:
Guiding in English
Transfers
Walk with the huskies
Snack

Guests on wheeled dog-sled carts led by huskies along a sunlit forest trail, guided adventure tour

Husky on Wheels

Unique husky adventure

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129 €

/person

2,5 hours

Today, we’re heading to the local husky farm. We’ll transfer you there, where a guide will introduce you to the huskies and show you around the farm. You might even see some adorable puppies!

After the visit, you’ll enjoy an exciting ride with the huskies on wheels. Your guide will drive the husky team while two people sit in the cart. Since there’s no snow, the huskies run even faster.

This activity is available only when the temperature is below 15°C. And please note, the minimum age for this tour is 15 years old.

Vibrant green aurora curtains over a calm lake, mirrored sky, pine-lined lit lakeshore with small cabins.

Autumn Aurora Camp

Aurora Camp is the all-time favourite among our guests

from

129 €

/person

2,5 hours

Aurora Camp is the all time favorite among our guests, specially in Autumn time. This trip takes you to one of the specifically chosen spots, where we will try to catch the Northern Lights.
You will have professional Aurora guide with you and get to enjoy making pancakes over a bonfire. Hopefully a magical show will appear in the sky.

Including: Pancakes, warm drinks, English-speaking guide.

Snowmobile and enclosed sled with round windows on snow while two people watch green northern lights above a forest

AURORA HEATED SLEDGE

Take a seat in the heated Aurora sledge and enjoy a ride through the snowy landscape.

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175€

/person

2,5 hours

Close-up of a reindeer's head chewing straw, soft white-and-brown fur, small antler and warm hay background

Autumn Reindeer Visit

Reindeer Encounters in Autumn Forests

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140 €

/person

2 hours

This guided visit offers a chance to learn about these semi-wild animals and their role in Sámi culture. You’ll get to feed the reindeer and observe them up close as they prepare for the coming winter.

Our guide will share stories about life in Northern Lapland and the traditions tied to reindeer herding.

What's included:
Transportation, reindeer meeting and feeding, English-speaking guide.

Guests on guided fat-tire bike tour along sunlit forest trail, helmets and outdoor gear, active nature excursion.

Summer E-Fatbike Trip

Explore Lapland Nature on two wheels

from

120€

/person

2 hours

Discover the Finnish trails and forests in an environmentally friendly
way! We'll head out to explore the biking trails leading to the beautiful
surroundings of Northern Lapland. With electric fatbikes, you can
easily reach stunning landscapes that would be difficult or timeconsuming to access otherwise. A light snack and drinks will be provided, giving you a chance to rest and take in the peaceful surroundings.

Suitable for children from 12 years old and older. Please note: This tour is suitable for participants over 140 cm in height.

IIncluding:

E-fatbike, helmets, snacks, drinks, English-speaking guide.

Wood-paneled private sauna with bench, Harvia heater full of stones and a large window framing a riverside pine forest at sunset

Sauna Experience with Jacuzzi

Summer & Autumn | From 1.4 - 14.11

from

70 €

/1-3 persons

1,5 hours

Authentic Finnish relaxation!
Relax in the sauna heat at our Koski facility, complete with a Jacuzzi by the shores of Juutua iver! In Koski (Finnish word for rapids), the sauna is heated by a Finnish electric sauna stove. In addition to the sauna, there is a dressing room, bathroom, and showers. From the sauna, you will find an entrance to the terrace, where you can enjoy the warmth of your own jacuzzi overlooking the rapids of Juutua River. Drinks and snacks can be ordered to the sauna in advance.

Including: Towels, shampoo and soap, bottles of water

1-3 persons: 70€ / 1,5hrs

4-6 persons 135€ / 1,5hrs

7-10 persons 220€ /1,5hrs

Suspension footbridge over rushing rapids framed by pine forest, two hikers crossing toward riverside trails.

Jäniskoski Walk

You will learn about the river Juutua which is important part of Inari Sámi Culture

from

80€

/person

1,5 hours

Couple in hiking clothes on a rocky riverbank, one seated on a boulder, the other standing by a fast-flowing river amid lush forest.

Inari Day

Culture & Landscape

from

140€

/person

4-5 hours

Midnight Sun Cruise

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from

119€

/person

Experience endless night on Lake Inari

This evening cruise takes you onto the open waters of Lake Inari during the period of the Midnight Sun, when the sun remains above the horizon throughout the night.

Departing at 22:30, you will cruise across one of Lapland’s largest and most pristine wilderness lakes by fishing boat. The route allows you to experience the unique light of the nightless night, with calm waters, wide horizons, and the surrounding Arctic landscape visible in continuous daylight.

Being north of the Arctic Circle, Lake Inari offers ideal conditions for observing this natural phenomenon in a quiet and spacious setting, away from roads and settlements. The pace of the cruise is relaxed, giving time to observe the changing light, enjoy the scenery, and take photographs.
Available: 1.6.-21.7.

Including: lake inari cruise, transfers, english-speaking guide

Guest holding spinning rod and reel on a boat railing, fishing on a calm forest-fringed lake at dusk

Pike Fishing Expedition

Authentic Summer Experience in Lapland!

from

167€

/person

2,5 hours

Throughout the history Pike has had a big role in everyday life on the shorelines of Lake Inari. During the old days part of the taxes to Swedish crown were paid as dried pike, the delicacy of the royals.Lake Inari is well known as a fishing destination. This great wilderness lake has several good fishing spots as well breathtaking scenery. Our fishing guide will take you to the archipelago where there is a good chance to catch arctic lake pike. During the expedition our guide will serve you light snack and hot beverage.

Available: 1.6.-31.7
Departures: Mon, Wed & Fri

What's included: Fishing equipment & license, Coffee/tea, Small snack