Do I need previous snowshoeing experience?

No, the tour suits beginners and provides all necessary instructions and equipment.

What if the Northern Lights don’t appear?

The guides choose optimal nights based on the forecast to maximize chances, but sightings are natural phenomena and can’t be guaranteed.

Are children allowed to join the snowshoeing tour?

Yes, children aged 4 and up are welcome with appropriate supervision and gear.

How cold does it get during the walk?

Temperatures can fall below -15°C (5°F), so dressing in thermal layers is essential.

Are warm drinks and snacks included?

Yes, the experience includes warm drinks and light snacks by the campfire.

Is transportation provided from the hotel?

The tour starts directly from Wilderness Hotel - Juutua; transportation from other locations is not included.

Aurora Snowshoeing at Wilderness Hotel - Juutua | Guided Tour | Snowmobile

Located in Inari, Finnish Lapland, Wilderness Hotel - Juutua offers an immersive winter experience that captures the raw quietude and brilliant light displays of the Arctic night. The Aurora Snowshoeing tour is a 2.5-hour guided trek through the region’s dense, snow-laden forests, where the only illumination comes from the moon and the flickering Northern Lights above. This unique journey allows visitors to disconnect from urban noise and tune into the subtle sounds of the winter wilderness—crunching snow, the whisper of wind through pine branches, and the distant call of native wildlife.

Departing from the Wilderness Hotel, guests are provided with thermal gear, snowshoes, and poles, ensuring comfort and safety on uneven terrain blanketed by fresh snow. The guide enriches the walk by weaving in stories about the rich biodiversity and cultural significance of the region's flora and fauna. The highlight comes when the group settles around a crackling campfire beneath the aurora-lit sky. Guests warm themselves with hot drinks and light snacks as they watch the vibrant ribbons of green and pink dance above, an awe-inspiring spectacle that has drawn travelers to Lapland for generations.

This snowshoeing adventure stands out in Lapland’s vast outdoor recreation scene by combining physical activity with cultural storytelling and nature immersion. It provides access to landscapes few get to experience this intimately—trees heavy with frost, frozen lakes shimmering in the twilight, and the stars vividly scattered overhead. For those seeking a peaceful, authentic way to engage with Finland’s Arctic environment, Wilderness Hotel - Juutua’s Aurora Snowshoeing is an unparalleled choice that highlights the quiet power and beauty of Nordic winter nights.

About Wilderness Hotel - Juutua

Wilderness Hotel - Juutua is a hospitality and activity provider based in Inari, Lappi. The business organizes a wide range of Arctic tours and experiences that highlight Lapland’s natural environment and Sámi culture. Offerings include Northern Lights viewing trips such as Aurora Camp, Aurora Snowshoeing and car-based Aurora Hunts; active adventures like snowmobile safaris, snowmobile adventures, and e-fatbike tours; animal encounters including husky farm visits, husky safaris, reindeer sleigh rides and meet-the-reindeer visits; as well as traditional activities like ice fishing on Lake Inari, foraging for Lappish wild food, and Finnish sauna experiences with a jacuzzi. Cultural programs include visits to Siida — the Sámi Museum and Nature Center — and the Inari Cultural Day with a cruise to Ukko Island.

Trips are presented with practical briefings, guided routes and opportunities to enjoy open-fire meals, hot drinks and storytelling. Seasonal options span autumn special events such as Autumn Aurora Camp and Autumn Reindeer Visit, and winter-focused activities like snowshoeing and ice fishing. One experience, Husky Experience with Wheels, operates from September to mid-November. The hotel emphasizes safe, small-group experiences suitable for a range of ages and abilities. Photographers, families and nature enthusiasts will find varied itineraries. All descriptions are based on the current activity list for Wilderness Hotel - Juutua.

Activities include visits along the Juutua River to Jäniskoski Rapids and boat trips to Lemmenjoki National Park. Guests can combine cultural visits, wildlife encounters and outdoor activities to build personalized itineraries that reflect seasonal conditions and local traditions and logistics.