Adventure Brief
Try your hand at gold panning in Saariselkä with Kakslauttanen’s expert-led adventure. Discover local history, test your luck, and even craft a gold ring to mark a special moment.
2 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Try your hand at gold panning in Saariselkä with Kakslauttanen’s expert-led adventure. Discover local history, test your luck, and even craft a gold ring to mark a special moment.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires standing and light physical activity
Wildlife
History
Lapland’s gold mining trails date back several centuries, with prospectors contributing to regional settlement patterns.
Conservation
Kakslauttanen maintains strict environmental standards to protect water quality and minimize impact on local ecosystems.
Kakslauttanen
Try your hand at gold panning in Saariselkä with Kakslauttanen’s expert-led adventure. Discover local history, test your luck, and even craft a gold ring to mark a special moment.
Kakslauttanen is an activity operator based in Saariselkä, Lappi, offering a broad range of guided outdoor experiences and seasonal programs.
The business arranges husky safaris (2–4 hour options and evening Aurora rides), husky farm visits, and riding in husky carts. Winter-focused trips include snowmobile safaris, reindeer safaris, horse sleigh and carriage Aurora hunts, ice karting, and multiple Aurora hunting formats (by snowmobile, horse, quad bike, car, and with huskies). For summer and shoulder seasons, Kakslauttanen lists quad bike safaris, river rafting, guided canoeing, hiking in Urho Kekkonen National Park, midnight sun shuttles to Kaunispää Fell, berry picking, and guided fishing in the Inari Lake area.
Facility-based offerings and services include traditional smoke saunas, a smoke sauna with ice pool option, a planetarium, Santa visit programs (regular and private), airport transfers (Ivalo and Rovaniemi routes), and specialized experiences such as gold panning and Sampo Ice Breaker outings.
Tours and transfers are presented with scheduled departure times for many activities; multi-hour and full-day options are available. Many experiences emphasize local nature, cultural connections, and seasonal highlights such as the Northern Lights and midnight sun. Kakslauttanen is featured on The Adventure Collective and markets a diverse program of Arctic activities from its Saariselkä location, making it a clear choice for travelers seeking guided Lapland adventures.
Location
Saariselkä, Lappi
Base for all Arctic activities
Experiences
42 experiences
Tours across seasons and terrains
Family & Groups
Family friendly
Activities for all ages
Session Types
Multi-hour & day trips
Short and full-day options available
Secure guided husky safaris, Aurora hunting trips, quad safaris, smoke sauna sessions and transfers from Saariselkä — book dates now for seasonal availability.
Wear waterproof footwear
Streams can be cold and muddy; waterproof boots will keep your feet dry and comfortable.
Dress in layers
Weather in Lapland can change quickly, so bring breathable layers to stay comfortable throughout the activity.
Use provided tools carefully
Listen closely to your instructor’s guidance on handling pans and equipment to maximize safety and success.
Plan for insect protection in summer
Mosquitoes can be active during warmer months; bring insect repellent to avoid distractions while panning.
Waterproof boots
Protect your feet from cold water and mud during panning.
spring
Layered clothing
Stay flexible to adjust to sudden weather changes.
summer
Insect repellent
Keep mosquitoes and biting insects at bay for a focused panning experience.
summer
Sun hat
Provides shade during hours of bright sunlight.
summer