Winter activities in Saariselkä

Saariselkä - Saariselka husky sleigh tour

If there's one way to travel in Lapland, then it has to be by husky. And this husky sleigh ride takes you through the snow-capped lands while you tick off a bucket list experience.First of all, you'll join a team of elves who will take you to a husky camp where it's time to gather round the open fire and listen to some tales. You'll learn all there is to know about these remarkable, hard-working Arctic dogs as you keep cosy round the burning embers.Then, you'll climb aboard the sleigh and take the reins ready for an exciting ride – a maximum of three passengers is allowed unless you're taking the tour in Rovaniemi where instead you'll hop aboard a big sleigh driven by a professional. Watch as Lapland's snowy scenes pass you by and soak up the experience.

Saariselkä - Saariselka snowmobile day tour

This tour sees you revving and zooming through the frostbitten landscapes of Lapland. You'll hop on a snowmobile and bump past snow-capped forests to enjoy the beauty of the region – with an injection of adrenaline – during this two-hour guided daytime experience.Whether you're with friends or family, this daytime snowmobile adventure is bound to get your heart racing. You'll either drive or sit on the back and nudge your way through snow-blanketed forests with total ease and speed.Zooming through the snow, you'll follow your guide along routes and tracks, and feel the exhilaration of zipping through this magical scenery with the cold air biting your cheeks. There's no better, or a more fun way to explore Lapland.

Saariselkä - Northern Lights snowmobile tour

If you're looking for an exhilarating way to try and spot the Northern Lights, then this snowmobile safari is the ultimate way to do it. You'll zoom through Lapland's enchanting forests under the glow of the moon and stars.This thrilling night-time experience is bound to get your heart racing. You'll drive your own snowmobile and nudge your way through snow-blanketed forests with total ease and speed as the moon begins to rise and the stars twinkle in the sky.Zooming through the snow, you'll follow your guide along bumpy tracks, and feel the excitement of zipping through this enchanting scenery. And riding through the night means you'll get to see the moon reflecting off the icy landscape, and maybe the Northern Lights if you're lucky.

Saariselkä - Saariselka reindeer sleigh tour

Nothing says Lapland more than a traditional sleigh ride through dreamy snowy landscape. You'll enjoy a Santa-style sleigh ride pulled by reindeers past wintery scenes, and warm up your fingertips at the end with a hot berry drink and Lappish snack over an open fire.Climb aboard Santa's sleigh and set off through the magical winter wonderland that is Lapland. You'll glide effortlessly past frozen lakes and forests carpeted in powdery snow during the ride, and watch as the reindeers pull you along as they navigate the land.The reindeers will lead you to a camp where an open fire will be roaring and hot berry drinks are ready for pouring. Warm up and tuck into a Lappish snack, savouring this quintessential Lapland experience. But before you go, there's one last thing - you'll be able to get to grips with the basics of reindeer herding.