Embark on an adventure like none other into the Arctic wilderness on this 2-hour snowshoeing excursion in Urho Kekkonen National Park from Saariselkä!
Embark on an adventure like none other into the Arctic wilderness at night on this 2-hour snowshoeing tour in Urho Kekkonen National Park from Saariselkä! Welcoming adventurers ages 12 and up, no previous experience required.
Located within the Arctic Circle in Northern Finland (Finnish Lapland), Saariselkä Village is a premier destination for nature lovers and outdoor adventure enthusiasts. It is world-renowned for its Arctic landscapes and its proximity to Urho Kekkonen National Park. As Finland's second-largest national park, it covers approximately 2,550 square kilometres (about 985 square miles). In addition, it is an excellent spot for taking in the incredible colours of the Northern Lights. Snowshoeing in Saariselkä is an amazing way to experience this unique region!
Your adventure begins in Saariselkä, where you'll be greeted by your experienced instructor. To start, you and your group (a maximum of 6 participants) will receive a safety and itinerary briefing. Then, with your snowshoes and headlamp on, your instructor will give an introduction to snowshoeing and snowshoeing techniques. Now, the fun starts! You'll set out into the Arctic night towards Urho Kekkonen National Park in the company of your friendly instructor. If luck is on your side, you may witness the breathtaking natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights. Don't forget your camera to capture amazing shots!
Midway through the excursion, you'll take a break to savour the tranquillity of nature and the awe-inspiring, Arctic night sky, which is made even more enchanting during a full moon. You'll return to the original departure point in Saariselkä with memories that will last a lifetime of your time spent in Finland!
Cross another item off your bucket list by booking this evening snowshoeing tour in Urho Kekkonen National Park from Saariselkä and experience the magic of Finnish Lapland!
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Practical information
- Arrival at the meeting point in Saariselkä
- Meet your experienced instructor
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Receive your equipment (snowshoes and headlamp)
- Introduction to snowshoeing and snowshoeing techniques
- The adventure begins!
- Set out into the Arctic wilderness
- Return to the original departure point in Saariselkä
Please dress in suitable outdoor clothing for cold temperatures.
Since the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed.
- Instructor
- Snowshoes
- Headlamp
- Transfer
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter coat
- Snow pants
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Winter boots
- Wool socks
- Snack
- Water
- Camera