First Arctic Expedition on Altai Skis

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Get ready for a first Arctic expedition on backcountry skis! Explore wild areas, prepare an expedition sleigh and learn some adventure tips. You may even spot or hear some animals such as reindeer or arctic hares…

The tour is adapted to beginners and more-advanced skiers and organised in small groups to allow a better connection with nature.

What's Included

Private transportation
Altai ski and poles
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Expedition sleigh
Winter overalls and boots

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point

If you do not want to be picked up, we will meet you at our office in Rovaniemi city centre. The address is Pekankatu 7.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

This all-day ski adventure is designed to offer you a first expedition experience on Altai skis! Your guide will take you in small groups far away from Rovaniemi to reach elusive nature areas, where you can explore Lapland wilderness forests, hills and snowy landscapes.

Ski trekking is an easy ski discipline designed to let you glide on deep snow off the beaten tracks or groomed trails. The backcountry skis or Altai skis (called in Finnish, “sliding snowshoes”) are equipped with a skin allowing to both hike uphill and slide downhill ; they are the perfect gear for long Arctic expeditions because you can get to any places that you cannot reach with cars or on foot.

In addition to skis and poles, the group will be equipped with an expedition sleigh (in Finnish, “pulka“) that you will have the opportunity to pull yourself during the tour like a real explorer! Your guide will also teach you more how to prepare an expedition in Arctic conditions, what to bring with you in the sleigh, and other safety tips.

The objective of this day expedition is to reach a beautiful spot with a panoramic view. Your guide will then make a fire and you will all enjoy a wild barbecue lunch.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Nordic Odyssey

Tags

Hiking Tours
Winter Sports
Seasonal
Skiing
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

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