Optional Excursions
CALL OF THE WILD HUSKY SAFARI
An unforgettable adventure into the wilderness, pulled by your own team of beautiful huskies. Two adults share a sled and dog team. Includes stop for hot drink.
DURATION: 2 hrs
PRICE: £80 per person
NORTHERN LIGHTS HUSKY SAFARI
Take a magical evening safari on a sledge pulled by a team of dogs. You will travel across frozen lakes and through silent forests and hopefully you will glimpse the beautiful Northern Lights evolving overhead (of course, this cannot be guaranteed). Includes hot drink.
DURATION: 2 hrs
PRICE: £120 per person
FELL VIEWPOINT SNOWMOBILE SAFARI
A snowmobile tour to a breathtaking vantage point on one of the local fells, with far-reaching views. Based on two adults sharing a snowmobile. Includes hot drink.
DURATION: 3 hrs
PRICE: £90 per person
NORTHERN LIGHTS SNOWMOBILE SAFARI
An evening excursion when, with the night sky overhead, you head out through the wilderness to a vantage point in search of the Northern Lights (which cannot be guaranteed, of course). Based on two adults sharing a snowmobile.
DURATION: 2 hrs
PRICE: £80 per person
ICE FISHING & SNOWMOBILE
This is a great trip for all the family. Travelling by snowmobile along a small stretch of the 200km Victoria Route, inaugurated by Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, you arrive at a frozen lake where you can try traditional ice-fishing. Once you have drilled a hole in the ice, you may even catch your lunch.
DURATION: 2 hrs
PRICE: £65 per person
SNOWSHOE INTRODUCTION
This guided snowshoe tour is fun and simple way to view the spectacular scenery at a more leisurely pace a great introduction to an age-old means of traversing Arctic winter terrain. Includes hot drink.
DURATION: 2 hrs
PRICE: £45 per person
SNOWSHOE HIRE (On completion of the introduction): £30 for 3 hrs
CROSS-COUNTRY SKI SCHOOL & GUIDED TOUR
The Davvi Arctic Lodge is a great choice for cross country skiing. There are long wilderness trails, some groomed and illuminated, with one located next to the hotel. You will receive ample tuition before trying a short skiing trip. Not as complicated as it looks and great fun too. Guiding, equipment included.
DURATION: 2 hrs
PRICE: £70 per person
SKI HIRE (On completion of the introduction): £50 for 3 hrs
REINDEER CAMP
Learn about herding and lassoing reindeer. Then venture into the wilderness on a reindeer sleigh safari. Includes hot drink.
DURATION: 3 hrs
PRICE: £105 per person
SÁMI MUSEUM & SNOW CASTLE
The small Sámi museum at Hetta (about 50mins drive) provides a fascinating insight into the culture and traditions of the Sámi people. The ice castle, reconstructed every year, features a number of rooms with ornate ice carvings.
DURATION: Half-day
PRICE: £120 per person
WILDERNESS SUPPER
Take a mini bus into the wilderness then transfer by snowmobile sleigh to the edge of a frozen lake, where a basic Finnish meal will be served around an open fire. Great opportunity to spot the Northern Lights. Afterwards, visit the Ice Bar to sample genuine Finnish liquor.
DURATION: Approx 2 hrs
PRICE: £90 per person (subject to minimum number)
NORTHERN LIGHTS FOREST TREK
You will be guided on a walk through the forest to a spectacular viewpoint, overlooking the divided village of Karesuando. From here, you may be lucky enough to witness the Northern Lights dancing above the village.
DURATION: 1 hr minimum
PRICE: £20 per person
KNIFE FACTORY VISIT
Situated on the Swedish side of the village, the tour includes a brief tour of this traditional knife factory and a oportunity to see the importance of knives in everyday Sami life
DURATION: 1 hr minimum
PRICE: £30 per person
Please note: On all safaris, unless a supplement of £40 is paid to secure a single rider, you may be required to share with another person from the group. All prices are per person. All distances and durations are approximate and subject to weather conditions and route on the day.