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Iso-Syöte Excursions

Jan-Apr, Dec

Introduction

No trip to the Arctic is complete without taking part in some of the amazing winter activities available at Iso-Syöte.

Take part in traditional winter activities such as snowshoeing and dog sledding. Or for those wanting something with a little more adrenaline, try your hand at snowmobiling. And of course fun 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 Iso-Syöte please take a look below and then talk to our Travel Specialists about how best to fit these into your holiday.

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Northern Lights

Chase the elusive aurora borealis on the stunning northern lights* tours. Experience nature’s best lightshow in a remote location far from light pollution by a thrilling snowmobile ride. 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

Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari – 3 hours – from £123 per adult

Husky Safari

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.

You will meet the huskies at a nearby kennels and you will receive thorough driving instructions. You will then 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.

Husky Safari with Snowmobile – 3 hours – from £159 per adult & £80 per child
Husky Sledding – 12km – 2.5 hours – from £177 per adult & £89 per child
Husky Safari with lunch – 4 hours – from £272 per adult & £136 per child

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Snowmobiling

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.

Wilderness Snowmobile Safari – 3 hours – from £100 per adult & £50 per child
Snowmobile adventure with lunch – 6 hours – from £214 per adult & £107 per child

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Reindeer Experiences

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 to ride in a sleigh pulled by reindeer through the Lapland wilderness.

Traditional Reindeer Safari – 2.5 hours – from £105 per adult & £52 per child
Reindeer Farm by Snowmobile – 3 hours – from £123 per adult & £61 per child

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Winter sports

Experience the essence of traditional winter travel through snowshoeing across crisp fresh snow or glide silently across frozen landscape with Nordic skiis. You also may want to have a go at ice fishing, a cherished Finnish pastime. Have fun kicksledding down hills and warm up with hot juice on Iso Syöte hilltop.

Snowshoe Hiking – 2.5 hours – from £36 per adult & £18 per child
Kicksledge Safari – 2 hours – from £45 per adult & £23 per child
Ice fishing – 3 hours – from £73 per adult & £36 per child
Ice fishing by Snowmobiling – 3.5 hours – from £123 per adult & £61 per child

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Ranua's Wildlife Park & Meeting Santa

Transfer to Ranua’s Wildlife Park and meet the diverse range of animals including wolves, lynx, birds of prey and even polar bears. Then, journey to Rovaniemi to explore Santa’s Village, featuring souvenir shops and a chance to meet Santa!