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8 days - The best of Lapland with winter activities and overnight husky safari
Enjoy the best of Finnish Lapland, staying in the countryside resort in Harriniva. Located 230kms north of the Arctic Circle, this local resort offers a great range of winter activities. A comfortable Scandinavian style accommodation combined with a wellness centre with a wide range of therapies and treatments, get ready for a great Winter Adventure with an added bonus of the Northern Lights, fingers crossed.
During your stay you get to know huskies and reindeers and get to go snowmobiling. You can also venture out on snowshoes and experience a Finnish sauna. As an optional excursion we offer an evening Snowmobiling Safari in search for the Northern Lights.
This trip is an extension of the Northern Lights in Finland tour, with an overnight husky safari and a more leisurely pace to enjoy Finland. Ask one of our Finnish Destination Specialists for more details.
Highlights include
- The original adults only Lapland Adventure tour
- 2-day tour with overnight in the wilderness
- Day 1
- Arrive at Kittilä airport and transfer to Harriniva Hotel
- Day 2
- Experience a day of Reindeer husbandry and traditional Lappish living
- Day 3
- Snowmobile riding in the vast wilderness of Finnish Lapland
- Day 4
- Husky overnight trip, staying at a wilderness cabin with a traditional wood burning sauna
- Day 5
- Lunch by the open fire en route as you husky ride back to Harriniva
- Day 6
- Snowshoeing in the National Park
- Day 7
- Arctic Sauna & Signature Dinner Experience
- Day 8
- Transfer to Kittilä airport
- Start/End Place
- Kittilä, Finland
- Country Visited
- Finland
- Duration
- 8 Days
- Start Date
- Scheduled
- Travel Style
- Independent
- Suitability
- Moderate activities including city walking tours and no porterage
- Code
- 50DN0475
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
Dogsled, snowmobiles, transfers, snowshoes and sleds.
Included
- Airport transfers (for scheduled domestic flights)
- 6 nights' accommodation in cosy hotel rooms with private facilities
- 1 nights' accommodation in a wilderness hut with shared accommodation and facilities
- Full board for complete stay - buffet style. Upgrade to 4 course meal served at your table on request
- Snowmobile safari - 2 persons per snowmobile, 5 hours, approximately 40-60 km
- 2-day Husky Safari 25 km per day - 1 person per husky team
- Visit a Reindeer grazing ground guided by a local herder
- Thermal clothing (thermo-overalls, socks, mittens, boots, warm hat, sleeping bag) for complete stay
- English speaking Wilderness Guide
Not Included
Aurora Alarm can be organised at the reception on your arrival - approx. 12 Euros. Aurora Sighting SMS will be sent to your phone during your stay at the cabins.
Portage to your cabins depends on availability.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive at Kittilä airport and transfer to Harriniva Hotel
Arrival at Kittilä airport and transfer to Harriniva Adventure Resort. Harriniva Hotel is located 230kms north of the Arctic Circle in the Finnish part of Lapland and offers a great range of winter activities.
Accommodation in cosy double rooms with shower and toilet. Dinner in the restaurant.
Meals
1 DinnerAccommodation
Harriniva Adventure ResortDay 2 - Experience a day of Reindeer husbandry and traditional Lappish living
Embark on an unforgettable journey into the snowy wilderness of the Arctic, where you’ll encounter a herd of majestic reindeer in their natural habitat. Your adventure begins with a scenic sleigh ride pulled by a snowmobile, gliding through pristine forests and vast Arctic landscapes. Upon reaching the reindeer, you’ll have the chance to observe them up close, learn about their care, and discover the fascinating traditions of local reindeer herding. Led by a local herder, you’ll gain insight into the year-round cycle of reindeer husbandry and its deep cultural significance. During the experience, enjoy a break in a cozy lean-to hut, where you can warm up by the fire while savoring coffee and local snacks.
Return to Harriniva in the afternoon, where a warm sauna is waiting. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.
Meals
1 Breakfast1 Lunch
1 Dinner
Day 3 - Snowmobile riding in the vast wilderness of Finnish Lapland
After a delicious breakfast our experienced guide will give you driving and safety instructions for driving a snowmobile and it is time to start your engines! (2 persons / snowmobile). A snowmobile is surprisingly easy, even for beginners, and soon you will be speeding through the snow covered forests and over the frozen lakes admiring the vast wilderness of Finnish Lapland.
Lunch is prepared by an open fire in the wilderness. Duration of the excursion approx. 5 hours, distance driven 40-60 km. Return to Harriniva for a warm sauna, dinner and overnight in your cosy wilderness style hotel rooms.
Meals
1 Breakfast1 Lunch
1 Dinner
Day 4 - Husky overnight trip, staying at a wilderness cabin with a traditional wood burning sauna
After breakfast you will pack your equipment for the 2-day tour and get acquainted with the huskies! You will visit the Harriniva Arctic Sleddog Centre with nearly 400 huskies and hear of the life of these arctic dogs. The husky guide will teach you how to handle the sled and you will meet your team of 4-5 dogs that accompany you for the 2 day safari. Each person drives his own sled. Lunch by an open fire en route. Driving distance is about 25 km.
In the afternoon arrival at your wilderness cabin, where you can test your wilderness skills with making fire, feeding the huskies and heating the lakeside sauna. Overnight in the cabin in shared facilities.
Meals
1 Breakfast1 Lunch
1 Dinner
Accommodation
Wilderness cabin with a lakeside sauna.Day 5 - Lunch by the open fire en route as you husky ride back to Harriniva
You will start in the morning from the cabin and continue the husky safari for around 25 km. Lunch by an open fire en route. Return to Harriniva in the afternoon and check-in to your hotel rooms. Enjoy dinner at the hotel's restaurant.
Meals
1 Breakfast1 Lunch
1 Dinner
Day 6 - Snowshoeing in the National Park
Begin your time in western Lapland with a visit to Pallas National Park, the largest fell area in this region and renowned for having the purest air in the world. Head higher up the fell on snowshoes to admire the sweeping views and the vast, open landscapes that make this area so special.
Meals
1 Breakfast1 Lunch
1 Dinner
Attractions
Day 7 - Arctic Sauna & Signature Dinner Experience
Continue your stay in the region with a free day to enjoy the winter environment however you choose.
Optional activities on offer include:
- Snowshoeing in the fell landscapes
- Cross‑country skiing on well‑maintained trails
- Exploring Pallas National Park’s nature
- Optional local excursions (bookable on the spot)
- Downhill skiing at nearby slopes
- Visiting Arctic Sauna World again if you’d like a second experience
Begin your evening at Arctic Sauna World with an aperitif by the frozen lake before your sauna host introduces you to Finnish sauna rituals. Enjoy time moving between sauna experiences and cooling off outdoors. Afterwards, sit down to a Signature Dinner featuring premium ingredients, partially cooked over an open fire and served in an elegant lakeside setting.
Meals
1 Breakfast1 Lunch
1 Dinner
Attractions
Day 8 - Transfer to Kittilä airport
Enjoy a leisurely morning before your transfer to Kittilä airport after lunch.
Meals
1 Breakfast1 Lunch
All prices listed are per person. Departure every Saturdy and Sunday.
There is one scheduled departure in December 2026, departing on 27 December
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10 Apr 2026
3 Jan 2027
3 Jan 2027
24 Jan 2027
24 Jan 2027
14 Mar 2027
14 Mar 2027
21 Mar 2027
21 Mar 2027
4 Apr 2027
4 Apr 2027
Important Information
Please note that the week leading up to Christmas is very busy and difficult to get accommodation.
This tour is designed for adults and children above the age of 18.
You have the option to add more nights, staying at unique accommodation offered in this area.
Spend an extraordinary night in a traditional snow igloo! Igloos have been used in the Northern countries for accommodation during centuries. The temperature outside can drop down to minus thirty degrees and your double bed is made of snow, but the inside temperature stays moderate. Soft and warm mattress, thick sleeping bags and hot juice ensure a warm and comfortable night. NOTE: This is an enclosed traditional igloo with no aurora viewing windows.
Add a night in the Arctic Firefox Lodge, a luxurious lodge with private sauna and loft sleeping area with unobstructed views as far as the eye can see.
**Please note that at the wilderness cabins on the husky safari, there are no single or private room possibilities.
NOTE: Please note that this tour is not suitable for children under 18 years of age. Contact our Finnish Destination Specialists for similar more child friendly tour options.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Weather conditions may occasionally affect certain activities, and as a result, the schedule may be adjusted to ensure the best possible experience for all guests. For multi-activity stays, often the order of the activities will be confirmed locally on arrival. Activities might vary slightly in their duration or location due to the weather and local conditions. Any activities that are unable to be re-scheduled due to weather conditions, will be refunded as a general practice, as determined by the activity provider.
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Practical Information for travelling and packing for Scandinavian Winter
Recommended Scandinavian Winter Tour Packing List
This is a general packing checklist for Scandinavian winter travel. You don’t need everything every day, but these items cover most winter conditions across the region.
If you’re new to winter travel, start with our guide to travelling in Scandinavia during winter to understand what conditions are really like. For practical advice on managing luggage and day-to-day winter travel, see our Lapland winter packing advice, and for detailed guidance on what to wear and how to layer, read our Snow Clothing Essentials guide.
Outer layers
- Warm windproof and waterproof jacket and trousers, large enough for thick layers underneath
- Rain trousers in waterproof, breathable material
Base and mid layers
- Two pairs of long woollen underwear (merino wool in different thicknesses works well)
- One to two warm woollen jumpers, or a jumper and a fleece
- Woollen or fleece trousers
Accessories for warmth
- Warm windproof hat
- Warm gloves or mittens (mittens are often warmer than gloves)
- Waterproof outer gloves or mittens to wear over warm gloves
- Warm scarf
- Hand warmers
Footwear
- Warm, sturdy winter footwear with good grip
- Two to three pairs of warm woollen socks
- Optional: Nordic Grip anti-slip soles for walking on ice (buy in destination if needed)
- Slippers or Uggboots for indoors (note: it's generally frowned upon to wear shoes indoors)
Everyday and practical items
- Backpack for day trips (around 30 litres)
- Clothes for indoors, such as shirts, T-shirts and jeans or cotton trousers
- Thermo water bottle or insulated cover
Health, documents and electronics
- Personal medication
- Travel documents (including insurance)
- Photo ID
- Camera, memory cards and charger
- Chargers for other gadgets
- Extra camera batteries (cold conditions drain batteries quickly)
- Adapters
- Notebook and pencil
Sun and eye protection
- Sunscreen and lip salve
- Sunglasses