Experience the authentic winter wonderland on this festive family focused short break. Meet reindeer, travel by snowmobile and husky sled and meet Santa in his forest home. An evening visit to the Aurora Camp gives you the best chance to view the magnificent northern lights.
Nestled in the heart of Finnish Lapland amidst the Saariselka fells and Urho Kekkonen National Park, Muotka Wilderness Lodge is located in a tranquil forest setting, less than 40 minutes from Ivalo airport.
With a range of family friendly activities, traditional and hearty cuisine plus the chance to witness the northern lights, this fully inclusive holiday in magical snow covered Lapland is the perfect festive break for all the family.
Travel by snowmobile sleigh to Santa’s home deep in the forest and enjoy a private meeting with the man himself. Santa will have a gift for the children and hear their wishes for Christmas. This is an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike.
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Fly direct to Lapland
Limited and direct exclusive seats to Ivalo with British Airways
No connections, less travel stress, more time in Lapland! Seats are very limited and once they’re gone, they’re gone

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Highlights
Enjoy activities including such snowmobiling and husky sledding
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Highlights
Stay in a remote location ideal for northern lights viewing
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Highlights
Enjoy cosy accommodation and friendly service
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Highlights
Meet Santa and enjoy family fun amidst snow covered wilderness
Itinerary
All holidays include return transfers from/to Ivalo airport; full board starting with dinner on the first day to breakfast on the departure day, accommodation in your chosen room type and winter clothing for the duration of your stay.
Spend time relaxing in the spectacular surrounds of Muotka with two full days for adventure.
Included Activities: Snowmobile Safari, Husky safari, Private meeting with Santa, Reindeer farm visit and Aurora Camp.

Muotka Wilderness Hotel
Spend time relaxing in the spectacular surrounds of Muotka with three full days for adventure.
Included Activities: Snowmobile Safari, Husky safari, Private meeting with Santa, Reindeer farm visit and Aurora Camp.

Muotka Wilderness Hotel
Muotka experiences
The order of the activities will be confirmed locally and each activity will be included once during your stay according to the itinerary.
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Snowmobile Safari
The guide will teach you how to cope with these powerful machines, and after a full safety and driving lesson, you will head out to the wilderness. Snowmobiling through white winter scenery is a breath taking experience that will last for a lifetime.
Children 4-14 years will be in a sleigh pulled by a guide with snowmobile.
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Husky Safari
Visit the husky farm where you will have an opportunity to learn how to mush your own team of dogs. You will be given full instruction on how to handle the sled and dogs before setting off on the trail. The experienced dogs will be keen to run. Enjoy the stunning Lapland scenery and the still silence. We will stop half way and swap mushers.

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Private meeting with Santa
Travel by sled pulled by a snowmobile to Santa’s cabin deep within the forest, where you will have some time to meet Santa and for the children to receive a small present from him.

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Reindeer Farm Visit
Transfer by car to the reindeer farm to meet a local reindeer herder with his peaceful reindeer. At the reindeer farm you will learn interesting information about the reindeer and the life of a reindeer herder.

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Aurora Camp
After dinner venture outside for your night of Aurora viewing*. Transfer by a sled pulled by a snowmobile to the Aurora Camp, which is situated deep in the Wilderness Forest. The camp is in a great location for viewing the lights; away from any light pollution. At the camp you will enjoy a hot drinks and pancakes before being transferred back to your hotel.

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Snowshoeing
Equipped with snowshoes and poles set off into the surrounding wilderness. Your guide will show you how to use your snowshoes and will lead the way on your short walk. Along the way, your guide will share interesting stories about the Finnish nature and animals.

Prices
What's Included
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Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom
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All meals
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Activities as per itinerary
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Winter clothing
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Return transfers
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24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
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No surcharge guarantee
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Full financial protection
From £1407 Excluding Flights
3-4 Nights
Nov-Dec
We’ll quote for flights when you enquire based on the best available prices. This means you have the greatest flexibility to choose what works for you. On a selection of dates on our 3 or 4-night breaks, we can include direct flights to Ivalo with BA at great prices.
Make this trip yours
Every trip you see here can be adapted to suit you using inside-out knowledge to create one-off experiences created just for you.

Jo
Continents visited
Arctic cruises
Departure & price guide
From price per person.
Child prices are valid for ages 4-14 when sharing with a minimum of two adults – children may be accommodated on a sofa bed, depending on the accommodation booked.
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Superior Sauna Room (3 nights)
5 included activities
Nov-DecAdult from £1,407Child from £1,006Request Quote
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Panorama Log Cabin (3 nights)
5 included activities
Nov-DecAdult from £1,634Child from £1,165Request Quote
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Superior Sauna Room (4 nights)
5 included activities
Nov-DecAdult from £1,607Child from £1,146Request Quote
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Panorama Log Cabin (4 nights)
5 included activities
Nov-DecAdult from £1,898Child from £1,349Request Quote
We create holidays that are as individual as you are. And we’ve been doing it for 40 years, crafting each and every holiday using our in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for our destinations. Whatever your brief, we’ll create an amazing trip for you to get excited about. That might mean adapting one of our existing itineraries or we’ll build you one from scratch.
Experts with real experience
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Samantha
Travel Specialist
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Rosie
Travel Specialist
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Jenna
Travel Specialist
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Jo
Travel Specialist
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Doug
Travel Specialist
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Freya
Travel Specialist
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Darren
Travel Specialist
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Gary
Travel Specialist
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Lauren
Travel Specialist
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Continents travelled over
24
Countries explored
10
Seas/oceans swam in
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5
Humpback whales spotted in Redoubt Bay
34
Countries visited
6
Continents visited
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18
Countries visited
5
Turtles seen hatch in Mexico
3
Continents travelled
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4
Arctic cruises
2
Antarctica cruises
20
Species of whales & dolphins seen
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2
Polar plunges
7
Continents set foot in
8
Canada provinces visited
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1
Quarter Swiss
5
Continents visited
30
Different countries explored
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10
Whale watching trips
3
Successful northern lights hunts
45
Countries Visited
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6
Continents visited
8
Great Barrier Reef scuba dives
82
Countries visited
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39
Countries visited
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Rail journey on the Ghan
50
Fiordland penguins encountered
Average Customer Score
Based On 1362 Reviews
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Brilliant itinerary by very knowledgeable staff.
Mrs Calthorpe
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