Embark on a delightful snowmobile trip in Saariselkä to the stunning remote wilderness!
Saariselkä is a popular resort area situated within the Lapland region of northern Finland. It is known for its proximity to the Arctic Circle and opportunities for outdoor activities. Snowmobiling in Saariselkä offers an exhilarating way to explore the Arctic wilderness, giving you the thrill of speed while covering vast landscapes in a short time.
The snowmobiling excursion in Saariselkä begins at the starting point (pick-up is included from listed accommodations, please specify when booking). The experienced guide will meet you and provide the equipment, including a modern, ecological snowmobile, Arctic clothing and shoes, and a helmet. Each vehicle will be shared between two participants, with one driver and one passenger. Children under 10 will ride in a sled pulled by the guide's snowmobile.
No previous experience is needed, the guide will take you through a safety briefing and driving instructions. Then, the snowmobiling adventure in Saariselkä begins! Following the guide, you'll set off driving to the snowy tundra, encountering magical winter landscapes. You'll travel on special tracks into the forest and open snow fields. Experience the thrill of riding through peaceful Lappish nature!
Midway through the snowmobiling tour in Saariselkä, you'll stop for a break to enjoy hot drinks and barbequed snacks over a campfire. The guide will share insights about the history of snowmobiling and life in Finnish Lapland. Snowmobiles were originally created in the 20th century as a means of transport over snow and icy roads in the Arctic. After the break, you'll return to the original starting point in Saariselkä.
Experience an unforgettable guided snowmobiling trip in Saariselkä to immerse yourself in Finland's mesmerising winter beauty!
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Practical information
On this excursion, you'll depart from Saariselkä and embark on a snowmobiling safari in the wilderness.
- Arrive at the meeting point in Saariselkä (or pick-up from your listed accommodation)
- Meet the guide
- Receive snowmobiling equipment
- Safety briefing and driving instructions
- The snowmobiling adventure begins!
- Travel into the wilderness
- Drive on special tracks into the forest
- Stop for a break
- Enjoy hot drinks and snacks around a campfire
- Return to the original starting point in Saariselkä
Snowmobile drivers must hold a valid driver's license, please bring the physical copy with you on the day of the activity. Those without a license can ride on the snowmobile as a passenger.
Each snowmobile will be shared between two participants, with one driver and one passenger. Children under 10 will ride in a sled pulled by the guide's snowmobile.
Pick-up/drop-off is included from the following locations in Saariselkä. Please specify your location upon booking:
- Hotel Kultahippu
- Aurora Village, Ivalo reception
- Hotel Ivalo
- Ivalo River Camping
- Star Arctic Hotel
- Northern Lights Village Saariselkä
- Top Star Hotel Saariselkä
- Holiday Club Saariselka
- Hotel Saariselkä Inn reception
- Santa's Hotel Tunturi
- Lapland Hotels Riekonlinna
- Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort
- Wilderness Hotel Muotka
- Fell Centre Kiilopää
Pick-ups will commence before the activity start time. The exact time will be communicated to you by the guide after booking.
- Guide
- Transfers
- Snowmobiling equipment
- Arctic clothing
- Helmet
- Hot drinks
- Snacks
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter overalls
- Winter boots
- Woollen socks
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf
- Driver's license