- Spend three nights discovering the snowy wilderness of remote Lapland in winter, staying in beautifully-designed, rustic accommodation
- Explore the frozen wilderness on an exhilarating husky safari
- Try snowmobiling
- Visit a reindeer farm
- Go snowshoeing underneath the northern lights and take a sledge ride out onto Lake Inari to search for the aurora
Northern Lights at the Inari Wilderness Hotel
In the far north of Finnish Lapland, on the edge of beautiful Lake Inari, the Wilderness Hotel Inari is a remote retreat where snow-covered forests and frozen lakes provide the backdrop to the day’s adventures. Learn how to drive your own husky-sled through the Lappish wilderness, snowmobile through glittering forest trails and search for the northern lights on a starlit snowshoe safari on this fully-inclusive short break.
Four types of accommodation are available at Wilderness Hotel Inari: choose from a Wilderness Room, an Aurora Cabin, an Arctic Chalet or a Log Cabin. Stays here are full-board, with both lunch and dinner served buffet-style in the beautifully-designed restaurant. All excursions indicated below are included in this holiday, but the order in which you enjoy them may vary depending on timing and snow conditions when you arrive in Finland.
Tour Itinerary
Fly to Ivalo and transfer to Wilderness Hotel Inari (approx. 30 min). Upon arrival you will receive your programme schedule before dinner. Depending on your arrival time, cold weather gear is given to you either upon arrival or the next day. (D)
Snowmobiling: This tour is perfect for those who have never tried snowmobiling before. First familiarise yourself with the snowmobile, have full safety instructions and driving lesson. After everyone feels comfortable, head out for a small journey into the nearby surroundings.
Husky Safari: An absolute ‘must do’ when visiting Lapland! Learn how to handle the sled before heading out on the husky safari, where the huskies will pull your sled through the beautiful winter scenery, passing along frozen Lake Inari. The dogs’ excitement is infectious but they fall silent on the trail, this is the only way to see Lapland . All our husky safaris include full instructions and are based on two people sharing a sled unless otherwise stated.
Reindeer Farm Visit: Meeting a local reindeer herder and the reindeer is a once in a lifetime experience. At the reindeer farm, learn interesting information about the reindeer and the life of a reindeer herder. Travel to the Reindeer Farm is by car or mini-van. (B,L,D)
Aurora snowshoeing: Experience the amazing atmosphere of old forests on this relaxing snowshoe walk to the aurora camp spot. Walking In the dark forests accompanied by the light of the moon and dance of the northern lights is unforgettable. Warm up by the campfire and wait for the aurora to show up, while warm drinks are prepared on the open fire.
Aurora camp: This excursion takes you Aurora hunting on the stunning Lake Inari. Sit comfortably on a sledge that is pulled by the guide’s snowmobile. Enjoy the northern sky all the way to the camp place. While observing the night sky, warm up around a blazing campfire sipping hot drinks and enjoying each other’s company. The atmosphere by the campfire is an experience in itself. Lake Inari is one of the best places in the world for aurora viewing since there is no light pollution at all. If you are lucky, you might get to enjoy this unique light phenomenon. (B,L,D)
After breakfast transfer to airport for the flight to the UK. (B)
Pricing Information
Price Includes
- Return international flights between the UK and Ivalo via Helsinki
- All airport taxes
- 3 nights accommodation in Wilderness Room at Wilderness Hotel Inari
- All transfers and transportation
- Excursions as stated in the itinerary, including thermal clothing
- Meals as specified by BLD (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
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Price Notes
- Price per adult is based on two people sharing on stays between 20 Nov 2024 and 14 Apr 2025 (excluding 15 Dec 2024 - 6 Jan 2025, 1 Feb - 7 Mar 2025) and there may be supplements for travel in peak season or flight fare fluctuations - please ask your Regent Specialist for details or to upgrade to an Aurora Cabin for the first or final night.
- Please note there are no direct scheduled carriers to Ivalo - flights are via Helsinki with Finnair
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