Step into the snowy forests surrounding Saariselkä on a beginner-friendly 1.5-hour snowshoe tour by Lapponia Tours. Discover local wildlife tracks and enjoy a peaceful winter trek designed for adults and older children alike.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for beginners and families; basic stamina to walk 3–5 km on snow
Wildlife
History
Saariselkä has long been a crossroads for Sámi reindeer herders and remains a cultural heartland of Lapland.
Conservation
Lapponia Tours prioritizes minimizing environmental impact with small groups and sustainable trail use practices.
Lapponia Tours
Step into the snowy forests surrounding Saariselkä on a beginner-friendly 1.5-hour snowshoe tour by Lapponia Tours. Discover local wildlife tracks and enjoy a peaceful winter trek designed for adults and older children alike.
Lapponia Tours is a Saariselkä-based activity operator in Lappi offering a wide range of Arctic experiences across Lapland. The company operates guided reindeer farm visits where guests can feed and learn about reindeer, and offers reindeer sleigh driving and aurora hunting tours by minibus. Lapponia Tours runs snowmobile safaris from short sightseeing rides to full-day endurance trips, plus snowmobile-led ice fishing excursions and trips to hideaway cottages. Husky safaris, husky safaris with lunch and e‑fat bike tours are available for varied outdoor tastes. For dining, guests can choose authentic Lappish meals: 3-course dinners in wooden log huts by open fire and candlelit Lappish huts without electricity, or lunches included in selected safaris.
Winter-focused activities include cross-country skiing tuition, snowshoe walks, ice karting training, and snowmobile northern light safaris. Practical offerings include winter overalls rental and equipment provision for ski and snow activities. Tours use minibuses for transfers to aurora camps and wilderness lakes, and guides teach ice fishing techniques and local traditions. Lapponia Tours presents experiences suitable for families, adults-only options, and beginner-friendly snowmobile and skiing sessions. All trip descriptions note duration and main inclusions to help plan visits in Saariselkä. Booking details, availability, meeting points, and age or driving requirements are listed with each trip to help guests select the right experience. Maps, gear notes, and estimated fitness levels are included where relevant for planning.
Location
Saariselkä, Lappi
Base in Finnish Lapland
Tours Offered
26
Varied seasonal selection
Guided Trips
Guided experiences
Minibus, sled and on‑foot options
Lappish Dining
Hut dinners & lunches
3-course Lappish meals available
Check availability, compare durations, and reserve reindeer farm visits, snowmobile safaris, husky rides or Lappish hut dinners with Lapponia Tours.
Dress in warm, layered clothing
Thermal layers help regulate body temperature during the walk—avoid cotton, which traps moisture.
Use provided snowshoes and poles
Snowshoes distribute your weight to keep you above the snow, while poles provide balance on uneven terrain.
Arrive early for gear fitting
Arrive 30 minutes before the start to get properly outfitted and briefed for the tour.
Keep noise levels low
Respect local wildlife by maintaining a quiet pace to increase chances of spotting animals like foxes or grouse.
Thermal base layers
Keeps moisture away while trapping body heat during cold-weather walking.
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Insulated waterproof boots
Protects feet from cold and wet conditions, ensuring comfort and safety on snow.
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Warm hat and gloves
Vital for preventing heat loss from extremities in subzero temperatures.
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Sunglasses or goggles
Shields eyes from glare reflecting off snow surfaces.
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