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Step away from the crowds and into the quiet heart of Finnish Lapland. On this small-group wilderness adventure, we wander through ancient forests, open fells, and snowy trails that few visitors ever reach. The pace allows for time to listen, to breathe, and to truly take in the Arctic’s gentle rhythm.
Your guides, Ciara and Susi, call this place home. Ciara is an outdoor instructor from Ireland living here for five years, with a passion for creating meaningful, nature-based experiences. Susi, from Germany is a long-time Lapland local living here for 20 years - a veterinary technician for huskies, she brings a deep connection to the land and its wildlife. Together, they share their love for the Arctic and its quiet way of life.
Whether you’re snowshoeing for the first time or have spent years exploring the outdoors, this experience offers something more than a hike. It’s a chance to slow down, connect with nature, and feel the stillness that makes Lapland so special.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our meeting point is inside the front / main entrance of the supermarket - K‑Market Jounin Kauppa, Äkäslompolo
Itinerary
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Between December and April, you'll witness Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park transformed into an ethereal Arctic realm, where polar light creates magic across snow-laden landscapes. Throughout the season, you'll venture along maintained winter roads to remote locations where you can expect to see frosted trees sparkling in Arctic sunlight or ethereal aurora borealis dancing through the sky.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
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From December through April, you'll witness Äkäslompolo transform into a winter wonderland, where snow-heavy branches create natural archways and the polar night bathes everything in mystical blue light. The village serves as your gateway to over 330 kilometers of immaculately maintained cross-country ski trails and countless winter walking paths, each leading to hidden corners of the surrounding wilderness. Here, modern life slows to match the gentle pace of Arctic seasons. You might spot a herd of reindeer grazing beside the frozen Lake Äkäslompolo, their breath creating delicate clouds in the crisp air, or hear the soft whoosh of cross-country skiers gliding past on freshly groomed trails. As darkness falls - which it does early and completely during the kaamos period - the village becomes a perfect stage for nature's most spectacular light show, as the aurora borealis often dances across the unpolluted Arctic sky.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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