6 days - Boutique Beana Laponia Hotel | Rovaniemi | Snowmobiling | Adults only
Beana Laponia is a small boutique hotel in the heart of Finnish Lapland, designed for adults only. Surrounded by a mesmerising snowy landscape, the Beana Laponia offers a wilderness hideaway with an abundance of winter activities on its doorstep.
With just 11 bedrooms, you can enjoy a relaxing Northern Lights break, away from the crowds. Locally sourced produce is served in the hotel's restaurant - enjoy reindeer dishes, freshly caught salmon seasoned with a variety of local berries.
Beana Laponia translates as 'Dog Lapland' and with their own pack of dogs on the land near the hotel, you can get to know the dogs before going on your sledding adventure. You also get the use of private tracks for the dogsledding safari.
Day 1
Arrive Rovaniemi and transfer to Beana Laponia
Day 2
Dogsledding in the Meltaus region on private trails
Day 3
Snowmobiling and Aurora Borealis evening adventure
Independent holiday with moderately active activities and no luggage handling included
Code
50DN0090
As a Certified B Corporation, 50 Degrees North has designed this tour using handpicked local hoteliers and suppliers who share our ethos of delivering services and activities of high social and environmental standards.
The CO2-e per person per day of all tours is carefully measured following each season. We fully offset all emissions of our tours on your behalf, and we constantly look at ways to reduce emissions where possible.
Details
Transportation
Airport transfers from Rovaniemi to Beana Laponia (45 mins), transfers can be arranged to visit Rovaniemi.
Included
Winter clothing set during your stay at Beana Laponia
Free use of toboggans, snowshoes & kicksleds
Sauna daily between 4pm - 6.30pm & one private evening sauna which includes sauna, jacuzzi, cooling room & outdoor hot tub.
Full board at Beana Laponia from dinner day 1 to breakfast day 6 (drinks and alcohol is not included).
Winter activities - 3 hour Husky Safari on private tracks, 3 hour snow mobile safari, reindeer farm visit with 3km sleigh ride and Aurora evening.
International flight tickets, alcoholic beverages and soft drinks, travel insurance, visas, gratitudes and any items of personal nature.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive Rovaniemi and transfer to Beana Laponia
Beana Laponia is located by the Ounasjoki river in the area of Meltaus in Finnish Lapland. Rovaniemi airport is south 45 minutes away. Alternatively Kittilä is 1 hour 30 minutes drive to the North.
Check in, relax and get to know your fellow travellers over a cup of tea or a glass of wine. In the evening enjoy a welcome dinner of local produce.
Meals
1 Dinner
Accommodation
Day 2 - Dogsledding in the Meltaus region on private trails
Today, you will have the opportunity to mush your own team of 5-6 dogs under the full guidance and instruction of our professional sled guides. The sleds hold one musher and one passenger; the dogs are friendly, nimble and extremely strong.
Our dog farm is next door to our hotel so we can leave directly into the beautiful snowy forests, skirt lakes and rivers, climb hills and explore fells. All on private tracks! Before the tour begins you'll meet the dogs, help prepare the sleds and be briefed on safety. This safari will deliver you back to the hotel for a buffet lunch. The afternoon is yours.
Note: Husky safaris require reasonable good physical condition and are not suitable for guests suffering back/knee or leg problems and not suitable during pregnancy.
There is also a longer safari (40km) available.
Meals
1 Breakfast 1 Lunch 1 Dinner
Accommodation
Day 3 - Snowmobiling and Aurora Borealis evening adventure
Experience the Arctic beauty by snowmobiling today. This 3-hour snowmobile safari will take you through the wilderness of Northern Finland. Driving along the snowmobile tracks, two people share a snowmobile. The distance driven depends on the weather conditions and the skills of the participants. Stop for hot beverages along the way.
Depending on the program and the weather, head out tonight for a late night program of Aurora viewing. Rug up for a campfire, hot drinks and story telling about the Northern Lights.
Meals
1 Breakfast 1 Lunch 1 Dinner
Accommodation
Day 4 - Optional day tour to Rovaniemi
Fancy meeting Santa? Perhaps you are interested in venturing into the city of Rovaniemi. The capital of Lapland is a little less than one hour’s drive away. The first stop is the Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle where you can experience the wonders of the Christmas spirit. The highlights of the day are meeting Santa Claus and souvenir shopping from the wide range of local products from Lapland.
You can then head towards Arktikum, a wonderful modern museum exhibiting the unique flora, fauna, weather and culture of the Arctic in an illustrative way.
Head back to Beana Laponia and enjoy the peace & quiet of your wilderness hotel. This is an optional day tour. If you would prefer to stay at the hotel, you are more than welcome.
Meals
1 Breakfast 1 Lunch 1 Dinner
Accommodation
Day 5 - Reindeer farm visit with short sleigh ride
Today, enjoy a more peaceful day with a reindeer safari. Take the time to savor the snow-covered landscape during a wonderfully peaceful 3km sleigh ride. We will get close to these beautiful creatures. Your guide will tell you about reindeers, their indigenous Sami culture and life in the Arctic.
If you successfully complete your 3km ride, participants will receive their reindeer driving licence! Duration approx 2.5 hours including transfers by car.
Meals
1 Breakfast 1 Lunch 1 Dinner
Accommodation
Day 6 - Departure day
After breakfast, return to the airport. Be sure to talk to us regarding visiting some of the other unique areas of Northern Finland.
Meals
1 Breakfast
Dates & Prices
All prices listed are per person, based on two people sharing a room. Prices are indicative due to the current uncertainty across Europe with increasing energy and volatile fuel costs. 'Standard' price per person based on sharing a standard room. Accommodation options for other room categories on request.
2025 early indicative prices.
Dates
Valid From
Valid To
From Price
Status
Accommodation
22 Nov 2024 30 Nov 2024
22 Nov 2024
30 Nov 2024
AUD 5,386
On request
Standard
1 Dec 2024 21 Dec 2024
1 Dec 2024
21 Dec 2024
AUD 5,544
On request
Standard
22 Dec 2024 6 Jan 2025
22 Dec 2024
6 Jan 2025
AUD 6,696
On request
Standard
7 Jan 2025 15 Mar 2025
7 Jan 2025
15 Mar 2025
AUD 5,544
On request
Standard
16 Mar 2025 31 Mar 2025
16 Mar 2025
31 Mar 2025
AUD 5,386
On request
Standard
21 Nov 2025 30 Nov 2025
21 Nov 2025
30 Nov 2025
AUD 5,816
On request
Standard
1 Dec 2025 21 Dec 2025
1 Dec 2025
21 Dec 2025
AUD 5,988
On request
Standard
22 Dec 2025 6 Jan 2026
22 Dec 2025
6 Jan 2026
AUD 7,231
On request
Standard
7 Jan 2026 31 Mar 2026
7 Jan 2026
31 Mar 2026
AUD 5,988
On request
Standard
Important Information
Daily program may change closer to the date but all activities outlined will be included. This hotel is not designed for children.
This tour can be easily modified to include a stay at a similar lodge or unique accommodation option in the area. Or perhaps consider skiing afterwards at Levi Resort?
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Practical Information for travelling and packing for Scandinavian Winter
Recommended Scandinavian Winter Tour Packing List:
Warm wind and water proof jacket and trousers large enough to fit thick woollen jumper/clothing underneath
Rain trousers – waterproof and breathable material
Warm windproof cap/hat
Warm gloves or mittens. Mittens where all fingers except the thumb are together are often warmer than gloves.
Windproof gloves or mittens, which you can pull over the warm gloves
Warm scarf
2 pairs of long woollen underwear (Merino wool in a few different thicknesses is perfect)
1-2 warm woollen jumper(s), or one jumper and a warm fleece
Woollen or fleece trousers
2-3 pairs of warm woollen socks
Warm & sturdy footwear with good grip
Clothes for indoors, i.e. a shirt, T-shirts and jeans or cotton trousers
Back pack for day trips (approx. 30 litre)
Light footwear/trainers (mainly for indoors)
Sun screen & Lip salve (the sun reflects off the snow and the air is dry)
Sunglasses
Hand warmers
Nordic Grip anti-slip soles for walking on ice
Personal medication
Water bottle - thermo, or include a cover to keep warm (or you can stick it into a warm sock)
Travel documents (including insurance)
Photo ID
Note book and pencil
Camera, memory cards and charger
Chargers for other gadgets
Extra batteries for your cameras as they are used fast in cold conditions.