Our team are destination specialists with many years experience in creating holidays and can tailor make to suit you.
| Mon-Fri | 8am-6pm |
| Saturday | 9am-5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Our team are destination specialists with many years experience in creating holidays and can tailor make to suit you.
| Mon-Fri | 8am-6pm |
| Saturday | 9am-5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Jan-Mar & Dec
No trip to the Arctic is complete without taking part in some of the amazing winter activities available at Inari Wilderness Hotel.
Take part in traditional Lappish pastimes such as snowshoeing, dog sledding, ice fishing and cross country skiing. Or for those wanting something with a little more adrenaline, try your hand at one the many snowmobile excursions on offer. And of course many ways to witness the Northern Lights.
We highly recommend that you pre-book excursions and activities with us before you arrive. For the full range of excursions are available at Inari, please take a look below and then talk to our Travel Specialists about how best to fit these into your holiday.
No two explorers are the same, so you have the freedom to craft your experience exactly how you want.
Feeling adventurous? Discover the Finnish wilderness on an exciting snowmobile tour. You will receive full driving and safety instructions before a short lesson and then once ready, take to the trails through the forests and over frozen lakes in the beautiful winter surroundings.
A husky safari is a truly thrilling experience especially when you have the chance to be a musher in control of your own team of dogs.
Each excursion begins with a thorough driving instruction, after which you will be able to safely steer the husky sled yourself. One works as a the sled driver and the other enjoys the scenery while riding the sled through the snowy forest.
Chase the elusive aurora borealis on one of our stunning northern lights* tours. Experience nature’s best lightshow in a remote location far from light pollution. There are many ways in which to search for the Northern Lights while learning about science behind the phenomenon.
*Northern Light sightings cannot be guaranteed
Reindeers and reindeer herding is a big part of the history in Northern Finland. Learn about the Sámi culture and the life of a reindeer. You will have an opportunity meet and feed the reindeer – the curious animals might even come up and eat out of your hand.
Snowshoes spread your weight over a wider area, letting you walk through deep snow without sinking too far. Once used by the Sami people used similar shoes for hunting trips, to help them get around in tricky terrain. On a guided snowshoe trip your guide will explain exactly how the snowshoes work and the best techniques before setting off through the pristine landscapes and to untouched spots of Inari
Lakes and rivers are an excellent source of food in Lapland and fishing has been a major part of the Finnish culture year-round. During winter months ice-fishing is a past time enjoyed by many locals. You will travel to a frozen lake where you will be shown how to break the ice and try your luck at ice fishing. Then sit back around an open fire and enjoy the breathtaking and peaceful surroundings.
At Sámi Siida Museum, you can get to know Sámi culture and explore the wonders of Arctic nature. The museum’s exhibitions showcase the Sámi people’s strong connection to nature, and learn about the history and way of life of the Sámi, the indigenous people of Lapland.
Cross-country skiing was once the most common method of transportation during the winter months. Even today, there remains no quieter way to travel over frozen, snowy landscapes than with cross-country skis.
Your guide will teach you how to use the skis, then you will set off on a leisurely through the ready-made tracks in the pristine surroundings.
Have a private meeting Santa Claus in his secret cabin! Meet and chat with Santa himself and receive a small present from him.
We also offer a range of Santa holidays to Inari Wilderness Hotel and Lapland, please speak to our travel specialist for more information.
Stay in a wonderful lakeside location far north of Finnish Lapland in an ideal setting for aurora viewing with an option to stay overnight in a glass igloo.
From £1237 Excluding Flights
Enjoy a family break in Finnish Lapland over the festive season with meals and a range of activities included as well as meeting Santa in his forest home.
From £2274 Including Flights
