Spend a day immersed in Sámi culture and nature with Wilderness Hotel - Inari. Journey through the Sámi museum Siida, savor riverside dining, and cruise across Lake Inari to the historic Ukko Island.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves light walking and sitting during the cruise
Wildlife
History
Ukko Island is a historical Sámi site featuring ancient sacrificial grounds linked to pre-Christian traditions.
Conservation
Inari’s tourism is carefully managed to preserve the fragile Arctic ecosystems and the cultural heritage of the Sámi.
Wilderness Hotel - Inari
Spend a day immersed in Sámi culture and nature with Wilderness Hotel - Inari. Journey through the Sámi museum Siida, savor riverside dining, and cruise across Lake Inari to the historic Ukko Island.
Wilderness Hotel - Inari is a hospitality and activity provider based in Inari, Lappi. The business organizes a wide range of outdoor and cultural experiences across the surrounding Arctic landscape.
Offerings include Reindeer & Sámi Handicraft visits at Tuula's home near Muddus Lake, husky farm visits and Husky Safaris on Lake Inari, and multiple reindeer encounters and sleigh rides. Wilderness Hotel - Inari also runs aurora-focused experiences such as Aurora Snowshoeing, Aurora Camps, Aurora Hunt by Car, Aurora Snowmobiling, and Aurora Heated Sleighs for northern lights viewing.
Winter activities include Ice Fishing Trips by Snowmobile Sleigh, Snowshoeing Adventure, Snowmobile Safari, Cross-Country Skiing, and Snowmobile Adventure options. Summer and shoulder-season programs include boat trips to Lemmenjoki National Park, E-Fatbike Tours, Fishing Trips to the Forest Pond, and visits to Siida — the Sámi Museum and Nature Center. Cultural programs highlight Sámi craft demonstrations, foraging for Lappish wild food, and an Inari Cultural Day.
Several trips emphasize hands-on learning such as traditional ice fishing with a local fisherman, checking nets and traps, and preparing fish over an open fire, along with Sámi handicraft demonstrations including traditional reindeer boots. The program list contains more than thirty distinct named experiences covering outdoor adventures, cultural encounters, and family-friendly activities. Tours vary in length and format, from short 2.5-hour excursions to full-day outings, allowing visitors to choose based on time and interests. Some include meals cooked over fire.
Location
Inari, Lappi
Remote Arctic destination
Tours Offered
32 tours
Outdoor and cultural experiences
Top Activities
Husky, Reindeer, Aurora
Popular Lapland highlights
Seasonal Access
Winter & Summer
Seasonal outdoor programs
Check availability for aurora hunts, husky safaris, reindeer visits and ice fishing trips in Inari, Lapland and secure a seasonal experience that fits travel plans.
Dress for variable weather
Layers are essential; temperatures can shift quickly on the lake and by the river.
Bring a camera with zoom
Capture distant wildlife and details on Ukko Island during the cruise.
Stay hydrated
Pack a refillable water bottle; hydration is important after time outdoors.
Prepare for moderate walking
Wear comfortable footwear for museum tours and light strolls around Ukko Island.
Waterproof jacket
Protects from winds and sudden rain near the lake and river
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Comfortable walking shoes
Needed for museum visits and gentle trails around Ukko Island
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Binoculars
Helps spot distant wildlife and landscape details on the cruise
summer|fall
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated during outdoor activities is crucial year-round
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