Magic of Northern Lights

What's included?

• 3 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 Saariselkä (approx. 35 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.-3. Winter Activities

Husky Safari (2,5hrs)

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 to Prospector Goldmine (3hrs)

Embark on a snowshoeing trip to the historic Prospector gold mine, combining gentle winter exercise with the quiet beauty and rich history of Finnish Lapland. Along the way, our guide will share fascinating stories about the wildlife, local nature, and lesser-known history, bringing the snowy landscape to life with insights into this remarkable area.

Snowmobile Safari (3hrs)

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.

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 at a campfire and enjoy warm drinks and each other’s company.

Day 4. Departure Day

After breakfast you're transferred to Ivalo airport. It's time to say goodbye to Wilderness Hotel Saariselkä and head towards new adventures.

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.