Embrace the festive spirit on this break in an authentic winter wonderland filling your days with activities designed for the whole family. Visit Santa in his home, meet reindeer and huskies, decorate gingerbread and master the art of snowshoeing. An evening visit to the Aurora Camp gives you the best chance to view the magnificent northern lights and afterwards warm up in the relaxing heat of a Finnish sauna.
Over 350km north of the Arctic Circle, in the heart of taiga forest and the home of Santa Claus, Nellim Wilderness Hotel is located in a quiet and beautiful setting overlooking Lake Inari. This is pure wilderness territory, just a few kilometres from the Russian border and under an hour from Ivalo airport.
This fully inclusive holiday takes you to a real winter wonderland and captures the true essence of a festive escape. With a range of activities suitable for all ages, traditional and hearty cuisine plus the chance to witness the northern lights, this special Santa break has proved an instant hit!
The definite highlight and the most eagerly expected event is the private visit to Santa’s cabin. Having already received letters from the children, Santa will have them to hand to discuss the wishes and dreams of each child. Santa will also hand out a small present.
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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
Meet Santa and enjoy family fun amidst snow covered wilderness
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Enjoy activities including such snowshoeing and husky sledding
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Stay in a remote location ideal for northern lights viewing
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Enjoy cosy accommodation and friendly service
All Inclusive Itineraries
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Embrace the magic of a winter escape filled with wonder, adventure and unforgettable moments for the whole family under the glow of the northern lights.
Included Activities: Family Husky Safari, Meet the Reindeer, Aurora Camp, Snowshoeing search for Santa, Meet Santa & Decorating gingerbread

Nellim Wilderness Hotel
Step into a world of festive enchantment where snowy adventures, heart-warming traditions and the magic of the northern lights create unforgettable memories for the whole family.
Included Activities: Family Husky Safari, Meet the Reindeer, Aurora Camp, Snowshoeing search for Santa, Meet Santa, Decorating gingerbread & Winter fun at hotel yard: Have a taste of skiing, ice-fishing and tobogganing
Traditional Santa experiences
Activities are subject to package selected. The order of the activities will be confirmed locally and each activity will be included once during your stay according to the itinerary. For the bespoke holidays, speak to our team about which experiences you’d like to include.
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Meet the Reindeer
This morning, travel by snowmobile pulled sledge to the Reindeer Farm where you will meet the reindeer and the local herders.
Around 2 hours
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Family Husky Safari
Parents will learn the art of mushing, with their children sat comfortably in the sledge, before visiting the husky kennels to meet the huskies and their puppies.
Around 3 hours
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Meet Santa
Visit Santa, who already has the children's letters, to share Christmas wishes and receive a small gift.
Around 30 minutes
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Aurora Camp
Travel to the Aurora camp by snowmobile pulled sledge. Keep warm by the fire whilst waiting for the northern lights. Hot drinks will be served during the evening
Around 2.5 hours
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Search for Santa
Test your snowshoe skills 'in search of Santa' in the snowy wilderness around Nellim before heading back into the warm
Around 2 hours
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Decorating gingerbread
Learn how to bake traditional gingerbread
Around 1 hour
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Winter fun at hotel yard
Try out skiing, ice-fishing and tobogganing
Around 2 hours
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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Use of winter clothing
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Airport 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 £1477 Excluding Flights
3-4 Nights
Dec
Your Travel Specialist will confirm the exact price based upon your tailored requirements, inclusions, and travel dates.
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.
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
Icehotel visits
Shark species swam with
Departure & price guide
From price per person.
Child prices are valid for ages 3-14 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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Wilderness Room (4 nights)
7 included activities
11 Dec 2026Adult from £1,726Child from £1,233Request Quote
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Log Cabin Suite (4 nights)
7 included activities
11 Dec 2026Adult from £2,068Child from £1,473Request Quote
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Wilderness Room (3 nights)
6 included activities
15 Dec 2026Adult from £1,477Child from £1059Request Quote
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Log Cabin Suite (3 nights)
6 included activities
15 Dec 2026Adult from £1,750Child from £1,250Request Quote
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Wilderness Room (4 nights)
7 included activities
18 Dec 2026Adult from £1,797Child from £1,283Request Quote
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Log Cabin Suite (4 nights)
7 included activities
18 Dec 2026Adult from £2,493Child from £1,771Request 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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Jenna
Travel Specialist
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Gary
Travel Specialist
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Doug
Travel Specialist
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Eric
Travel Specialist
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Dawn
Head of Customer Experience
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Kieran
Travel Specialist
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Rosie
Travel Specialist
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Darren
Travel Specialist
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Jo
Travel Specialist
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Countries visited
5
Turtles seen hatch in Mexico
3
Continents travelled
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6
Continents visited
8
Great Barrier Reef scuba dives
82
Countries visited
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2
Polar plunges
7
Continents set foot in
8
Canada provinces visited
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10
Visits to Iceland
3
Favourite Canadian lakes
5
Successful whale watching trips
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13
Polar bears seen
35
Countries visited
2
Blue whale encounters
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7500
Miles covered by train
27
US states visited
1
Kangaroo punched by
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5
Humpback whales spotted in Redoubt Bay
34
Countries visited
6
Continents visited
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10
Whale watching trips
3
Successful northern lights hunts
45
Countries Visited
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4
Arctic cruises
2
Antarctica cruises
20
Species of whales & dolphins seen
Average Customer Score
Based On 1362 Reviews
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Brilliant itinerary by very knowledgeable staff.
Mrs Calthorpe
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