Arctic Explorer

What's included?

• 4 nights accommodation
• Full board meals (from the dinner upon arrival until the breakfast on departure day)
• Transfers from/to Ivalo airport
• Winter outdoor clothing
• Activities mentioned below

Holiday Program

Day 1. Arrival

Welcome to Lapland! You will be greeted at the airport with a hotel sign and transferred to Wilderness Hotel Nellim (approx. 45 min). Upon arrival, you will receive your program schedule before dinner. Depending on your arrival time, cold weather gear will be given to you either upon arrival or the next day.

Days 2-4. Winter Activities

Reindeer Day with Snowmobile - 4hrs

Is there any better way to spend your day than be outdoors and learn about local culture and history? After a snowmobiling lesson and safety instructions, we'll set off on a serene day trip filled with reindeer encounters and breathtaking scenery. The guide will tell you more about the Sámi culture and the life in the North. You will feed the reindeer – the curious animals might even eat out of your hand. During the day lunch will be served.

Husky Safari - 3hrs

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. (Sledge driving time approximately 1 hour)

Snowshoeing Adventure - 4hrs

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

Aurora Camp - 2,5hrs

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!

Aurora Snowmobiling - 2,5hrs

Night-time snowmobiling is an exhilarating experience, and if we're lucky, we'll see the Northern Lights dancing in the sky. 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 this beautiful show. We'll have a break to a campfire and enjoy warm drinks and each other’s company.

Day 5. Departure

After breakfast, you'll be transferred to Ivalo Airport. It’s time to say goodbye to Wilderness Hotel Nellim and head towards new adventures. We hope you had the best holiday with us in Lapland and wish to see you again!

General Information

Detailed daily itinerary will be provided upon arrival.

All the activities are guided group trips with English-speaking guide and start with full safety instructions.

Snowmobile safaris are based on 2 persons sharing one snowmobile.
If there is a party with an uneven number of travelers, everyone will still be on shared snowmobiles, unless single drive supplement is paid. (100€/person for max. 3h tours, 200€/person for 4–6 h tours)

Minimum age of 18 years and a valid driving license is required to drive a snowmobile during activities. Self-liability fee (own risk) is 1000 €/snowmobile in case of an accident.
During snowmobile tours children under 15 years are sitting in a sleigh.

During Husky Safari, the guests are driving the husky sleds by themselves and normally two persons are sharing one husky team (with switching driver on half way).

Please note that the above itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the activity providers for reasons of safety or other unforeseen circumstances. Any alternative arrangements will be made so that they are as similar to the original program as possible.