Muotka Wilderness Adventure

Itineraries

All of our 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. We have also added in some of the best winter activities as detailed below which can be amended to suit you.

Winter Activities included

The following activities are included in the different durations, these are fully flexible and can be changed to suit you.

3 night itinerary
Aurora Camp, Snowmobile Safari, Husky Safari

4 night itinerary
Aurora Camp, Reindeer Farm Visit, Husky Safari, Snowmobiling

7 night itinerary
Snowmobile Safari, Reindeer Farm visit, Gentle Snowshoeing, Aurora Hunt, Aurora Hunt by Snowmobile, Aurora Camp, Husky Safari

Note the order of these activities will be confirmed locally and each activity will be included once during your stay.

Travelling in December - Christmas and New Year
Christmas and New Year are a very magical time here in the Arctic, beautiful festive lights sparkling in the snow, decorations and tasty traditional food and cakes. On Christmas Eve, the much awaited Santa will bring a small present for everyone. Toast the New Year with sparkling wine before gathering outside for bonfire and fireworks to welcome 2021!

Activity Information

Aurora Hunt By Snowmobile (approx. 2.5 hours) - head off on a snowmobiling adventure into the wilderness in search of the elusive northern lights. After safety instructions and a lesson in driving the snowmobile it’s time to take to head out where the chances of seeing the aurora are the best.

Reindeer Farm Visit (approx. 2 hours) - visit the farm and meet the reindeer. Learn more about the life of a herder and even get the chance to feed the reindeer before heading back to the hotel.

Aurora Hunt (approx. 3 hours) - after the dinner head out up to the fells in the comfort of a warm vehicle in search of the northern lights.

Husky Safari (approx. 3 hours) - visit a husky farm where you will meet huskies before heading out on your husky sledging journey. You will be given full instruction on how to handle the sledge before heading onto the trail with 2 people sharing and taking turns driving. Time on sledge is approximately 2 hours. Lunch is included and served at the hotel.

Snowmobile Safari (approx. 4 hours) - take a thrilling snowmobile safari in the surroundings of Muotka Wilderness Lodge. Drive through forests and up to the fells. Light lunch is included.

Gentle Snowshoeing (approx. 2 hours) - enjoy a snowshoe walk in the winter wonderland. Your guide will give you advice on how to master the skill of snowshoeing before encountering the gentle trails.

Aurora Camp (approx. 2.5 hours) - get comfortable in a sled behind the guides snowmobile and enjoy the night sky on the way to the camp. Its remote location far from light pollution makes it the perfect place to see northern light displays. Warm up on the open fire and enjoy a hot drink and hopefully the aurora will dance across the sky.

Enhance your holiday by pre-booking a selection of excursions and activities. View or download the pdf below and then talk to our Travel Specialists about how best to fit these into your holiday.