Guided Ice Skating Excursion at Lake Inari from Saariselkä

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Join an authentic Arctic adventure in northern Finland, ice skating on Lake Inari from Saariselkä!

Make the most of winter in northern Finland by embarking on a fun-filled, 4-hour adventure, ice skating on Lake Inari from Saariselkä! Welcoming beginners and participants ages 4 and up.

Finland's third largest lake, Lake Inari, is located in Finnish Lapland above the Arctic Circle. Lake Inari spans an approximate distance of 1,040 square kilometres (400 square miles) and contains more than 3,000 islands and islets. The pristine wilderness that encircles it, crystal-clear waters, and diverse species of wildlife as well as flora and fauna make Lake Inari a sought-after destination for nature lovers year-round. Joining a guided excursion, ice skating on Lake Inari from Saariselkä is a winter experience not to be missed when visiting northern Finland.

The adventure begins at your accommodations in Saariselkä or Ivalo (please specify your hotel's address when booking), where you'll be greeted by your knowledgeable guide and will board the scenic 1-hour transfer to Lake Inari. Upon your arrival, you and your group will receive a safety and itinerary briefing in addition to ice skates, a helmet, and a balaclava. Next, you'll set out on a short walk to the ice skating track where you'll put on your skates and the instructor will provide an introduction to ice skating on natural ice and ice skating techniques. Under the guidance of your instructor, you'll practice starting and stopping. Once everyone feels comfortable, the excursion, ice skating on Lake Inari from Saariselkä starts!

Unlike most lakes, Lake Inari has the exceptional distinction of having Finland's only track on natural ice, which makes ice skating all the more enjoyable and easier. As you glide across the frozen lake, you'll gain confidence on the ice and feel a sense of exhilaration while breathing in the crisp air and taking in the incredible landscapes. Don't forget your camera! Midway, you'll stop to take a well-earned break to recharge and savour the serenity of nature. Returning to the departure point, you'll board the vehicle for the ride back to civilization with fond memories of ice skating on Lake Inari from Saariselkä!

For an unforgettable outdoor winter excursion in Finland, book this guided tour, ice skating on Lake Inari from Saariselkä today!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Pick up from your accommodations in Saariselkä (please list the address of your hotel when booking)

- Meet your experienced instructor

- The adventure begins!

- Scenic transfer to Lake Inari (1 hour)

- Arrival

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Receive your ice skates, helmet, and balaclava

- Short walk to the ice skating track

- Arrival

- Put on your skates

- Introduction to ice skating and ice skating techniques

- Ice skating on Lake Inari!

- Break

- The adventure continues!

- Return transfer to the original meeting point in Saariselkä or Ivalo

Activity requirements

Please be advised that all children must be accompanied by an adult.

In addition, participants must be in good physical health to take part in this excursion.

A minimum of 2 people is required to run this ice skating excursion.

Special terms

Pick-up is offered from Saariselkä, please specify the address of your accommodations when booking and arrive 15 minutes before the departure time.

It is highly recommended to wear several warm layers of winter clothing and winter boots.

This ice skating activity's difficulty level is labelled as 'moderate' and its duration is 1.5 hours.

Meeting point:
Pick-up is offered in Saariselkä (please specify the address of your accommodations when booking)
Spoken languages:English, Finnish
Included
  • Saariselkä transfers
  • Instructor/guide
  • Ice skates
  • Helmet
  • Balaclava
Excluded
  • Winter clothing
  • Food and beverages
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm winter coat
  • Snow pants
  • Warm clothing
  • Warm underlayers
  • Winter boots
  • Thick wool socks
  • Scarf
  • Gloves
  • Sunglasses
  • Snacks
  • Packed lunch
  • Water
  • Camera
  • Small backpack

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