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Auroras Northern Lights in Saariselka

Auroras Northern Lights in Saariselka

Join the Aurora Experts on our legendary Northern Lights trip to reach the best places and see this great natural arctic phenomenon. The guide shares information about the Northern Lights and the old mythology around them. Listen to the stories about local life and nature by living fire. Experience some Lappish shamanism and see your future with our great Aurora guides! Make pictures by the hints from the Aurora guide. The visibility of Northern lights depends for example on the weather and activity of the Sun, but this trip is to offer you the best chance to see the lights on the best possible location in Ivalo – Saariselka area. The site is absolute dark site far from the village lights and hotels. This is important because most of the lights are relatively faint so in absolute darkness you will see much more. The site also has got a great micro climate which means that even if it is foggy on Inari lake or Saariselka fells the sky might be clear on our site. The longer you stay the more you see. This is why our tour is relatively long. The best hour to see the lights is just before the midnight but the best lights may appear whenever. On the way to the site we stop the car even several times if needed and follow the lights. During this tour we also spend nice time in a tepee on the best possible site for following the sky and barbeque for all tastes and diets. We will also advice you in taking pictures and we will make pictures ourselves which we share with you from our cloud service. Please be aware of the pick up times and locations. We keep right to change pickup times. Quality or number of pictures is not guaranteed.

Saariselkä: Snowmobile Ride with Hot Drinks

Saariselkä: Snowmobile Ride with Hot Drinks

Learn how to operate a snowmobile and wear your winter gear. Head out into the Lappish wilderness to explore the snowy environment. Glide over hills and through forests. Stop for a hot drink in the countryside, and take some photos of the scenery. Head back to the starting point at the end. Start with a hotel pickup, then put on your warm clothes and helmet. Next, listen to a safety briefing followed by driving instructions. Get onto the snowmobile and start the engine. After this, follow your guide out into the snowy wilderness to explore the spectacular Arctic landscape of the area. Drive over the hills and navigate through the countryside. Learn some driving tips from your guide. After a while, stop for a break. Sip on some hot drinks to warm yourself up, and take a moment to enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding area. Take some photos, then have a rest. Finally, head back to the starting point. Take off your helmet and get on the bus back to your accommodation.

Saariselkä: Snowshoeing Tour in Urho Kekkonen National Park

Saariselkä: Snowshoeing Tour in Urho Kekkonen National Park

Explore the unknown trails of the Urho Kekkonen National Park on a snowshoeing tour. Choose from a 2-hour, 4-hour, or 2-hour evening tour and see the unique shapes of the snowy trees and the footprints of the arctic wildlife. Meet your guide at the office, just a few steps away from the national park border. Choose your way according to the snow conditions and the pace of the group. On the way, marvel at the different shapes of the snowy trees and the unique footprints of the arctic wildlife. After the tour, return to the office.

Saariselkä: Full Day Adventure with Snowmobiles

Saariselkä: Full Day Adventure with Snowmobiles

Unleash your inner explorer and join the snowmobile safari which will be one of the highlights of your holiday in Finnish Lapland! Our guide will lead us to the wilderness by snowmobiles, to the tracks that lead you to impressive natural sights which cannot be reached with shorter safaris. In the middle we will have a break to enjoy delicious outdoor lunch prepared on a campfire before continuing our adventure.

Saariselkä: Snowmobile Adventure for Adults

Saariselkä: Snowmobile Adventure for Adults

When you want a taste of more snowmobiling and enjoy the ride all to yourself, choose this adventure! After getting well-equipped and following the safety briefing, follow our guide to some less-used tracks that lead us a bit deeper into the stunning landscapes of Saariselkä. We will have short breaks for photographing and hot drinks, otherwise the focus is purely on driving. Great chance to learn some snowmobiling tips and explore the wilderness off the beaten track!

Saariselkä: Scenic Snowshoe Safari

Saariselkä: Scenic Snowshoe Safari

Join us for daylight snowshoe experience in beautiful landscapes of Northern Finland. Our guide will instruct how to use the snowshoes and lead us to the nature walking paths. Test your skills and step into the deep snow! Upon taking a break, we will enjoy hot chocolate and marshmallows served by our guide.

Saariselkä: Arctic Ice Fishing Experience

Saariselkä: Arctic Ice Fishing Experience

Welcome to follow how locals spend their free time! After a short car transfer, we arrive to a local lake where our guide will show the tools and tricks for ice fishing; how to get through the ice and how to prepare the ice fishing rod and baits. After everything is set, you can relax, listen to the silence and experience the tranquility of the nature. How many fish will you catch?

Saariselkä: Snowshoes adventure on the snowy fells

Saariselkä: Snowshoes adventure on the snowy fells

Take a guided snowshoeing tour in the Urho Kekkonen National Park. Enjoy a 2-hour trek in the beautiful snow-covered scenery, see more of the national park, and get picked up from your hotel in Saariselkä. Meet your guide and get kitted out with snowshoes (we use only high quality snowshoes from TUBBS, the best best brand from the USA). Listen, feel, embrace the forest and learn about the local flora and fauna from your guide. Let your guide show you their secret spots, where you will hardly meet anybody and have a direct connection with the beautiful nature that surrounds you. Enjoy the unique feeling of the North and the magic of Lapland as you walk deep in the forests and fells.

Rovaniemi: Reindeer farm visit & culture experience

Rovaniemi: Reindeer farm visit & culture experience

A genuine reindeer farm experience in the heart of Finnish Lapland If you're longing to venture off beaten tourist tracks and immerse yourself in the natural beauty and culture of Lapland, a visit to our reindeer farm is the perfect experience for you! We warmly welcome you to meet our reindeer herd, learn about the tradition of reindeer herding, and discover village life in Lapland. We are located in a small place right at the heart of Finnish Lapland, 90km north of Rovaniemi. You can visit us en route from Rovaniemi to Levi, Ylläs, Sodankylä or Saariselkä/Inari or while you are staying at a cottage in a nearby village. Please note that there is no direct bus connection to our reindeer farm. Duration: Approximately two hours but there is no time pressure or hurry. Group Size: 2–12 guests. This is a private experience for you and your partner, family or group of friends. ________________________________________ Program Overview • Upon booking, we will provide you with the exact location of our reindeer farm and detailed driving instructions. • After a brief introduction, you'll hop into a sledge pulled by a snowmobile. We will drive out to the reindeer pasture and feed the animals. Watching the entire herd come running after the sledge is truly mesmerizing! This is an ideal moment to capture stunning photos of the reindeer and practice your wildlife photography skills. You can also simply relax and enjoy the spectacle. • After the feed is distributed, we will stop to make fire and enjoy hot berry juice alongside local homemade delicacies. Please inform us of any dietary preferences or restrictions in advance. • While you savour your snacks and drinks, you'll learn about the history and current practices of reindeer herding. You can also try your skills at reindeer lassoing - on a dummy of course. If you want, you can also go for a walk with our young soon-to-be sledge reindeer, who will happily pose if you reward them with some lichen. • Our two friendly Lapponian herder dogs will accompany us the whole time. They love making new friends and are always up for cuddles. ________________________________________ Important Information • Clothing: Please dress warmly with appropriate winter gear, including a base layer, mid-layer, and windproof outer layer. A warm hat, thick gloves/mittens, thinner gloves for photography, and proper winter boots are essential. • Accessibility: Unfortunately, this experience is not suitable for wheelchair users, individuals with animal hair allergies, or children under five years old. • There is the possibility to purchase reindeer meat products and antlers (for decoration, handicrafts or as dog treats).

Saariselkä: Back-Country Skiing Guided Tour

Saariselkä: Back-Country Skiing Guided Tour

Explore the Finnish wilderness on a back-country skiing tour. Ski through the forests and fells, and see local wildlife such as birds, rabbits, and reindeer. Meet your guide and get kitted out with back-country skis. These skis are longer and wider than normal cross-country skis, making them perfect for the deep and soft snow. Skiing on back-country skis is easy if you have some skiing experience, and it is usually easier for beginners than skiing with cross-country skis. Choose your way freely in the forests and fells. When you are outside the marked trails, you are more likely to see some local wildlife such as birds, rabbits, and reindeer. After your adventure, enjoy a warm drink before returning to the starting point.

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