Saariselkä is a true winter wonderland located 250 kilometres above the Arctic Circle. It is home to Europe's northernmost ski resort and the vast Urho Kekkonen National Park. Enjoy husky safaris, spot reindeer, take a stunning snowmobile ride and catch a glimpse of the legendary Northern Lights.
Go on a breathtaking husky safari through the magical winter landscape and experience nature up close. Meet the extraordinary, hard-working huskies and learn how to drive the dogsled.
Take an adventurous snowmobile safari and go for a guided race through the snowy forests and open fields. The guide will lead you through the winter wonderland of northern Lapland, teaching you all about nature in harsh winter conditions. Feel the wind on your cheeks as you glide through the powdery snow plains; perfect if you love speed and the outdoors.
In late August, the sun sinks so far below the horizon that stars reappear in the sky over Finland. With the return of the stars emerges one of the North's most magical phenomena: the Northern Lights. These bright dancing shadows, also known as aurora borealis, appear as green or purple waves of bright light in the sky. Your best chance to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights is during clear skies in the winter months.
The Ice Cube villas are located right next to the Saariselkä Ski & Sport Resort, Europe's northernmost ski area. The slopes are so closeby that the villas offer a true ski-in, ski-out experience. You will find a total of 15 different types of slopes for every level of ability. The pride of Saariselkä is Finland's longest street, the Freestyle Park. This 1,200-metre-long street is every snowboarder's dream. The Junior Park offers challenge and lots of fun for children of all ages. Besides skiing and snowboarding, you can also skate, snow tub and toboggan on Lapland's longest toboggan run in Saariselkä.
Reindeer are undoubtedly the symbol of Lapland. Not surprisingly, because Lapland has more reindeer than inhabitants. During a reindeer experience you can meet these friendly animals up close and learn all about their habits and reindeer herding. During a drive through the picturesque snowy forest, you can see local reindeer grazing.
Saariselkä offers a vast landscape with more than 200 kilometres of well-maintained cross-country trails of tracks in the snow. The peaks of the Kaunispää and Kiilopää fells both offer stunning views over hundreds of kilometres of Lapland nature. Along the route you will find several huts and cottages that you can rent to have lunch or take a break. It is possible to take a guided cross-country ski tour at your own level.
Strap on your snow shoes and set out on foot to explore the breathtaking nature. Feel the crunch of fresh snow under your feet and walk through the magical winter landscape.
At the Sàmi Museum and Nature Centre Siida you will learn all about the culture and heritage of the Sàmi people, who have inhabited northern Lapland for generations. The museums are dedicated to preserving and sharing the history, culture and language of this indigenous people. You will learn all about the landscape, traditions and climate.
