Discover the serene beauty of Finnish Lapland with a guided paddle on the Suonttajoki River and Lake Ounasjärvi. Perfect for all skill levels, this trip combines stunning scenery with tranquil waters—a must-try Arctic adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, including beginners
Wildlife
History
The Suonttajoki River has been a vital transportation route for indigenous Sami communities for centuries.
Conservation
The area is part of a protected wilderness zone, emphasizing sustainable tourism and wildlife preservation.
Hetta Huskies
Discover the serene beauty of Finnish Lapland with a guided paddle on the Suonttajoki River and Lake Ounasjärvi. Perfect for all skill levels, this trip combines stunning scenery with tranquil waters—a must-try Arctic adventure.
Hetta Huskies is a professional husky farm and activity provider offering a wide range of guided safaris, day trips, equipment hire and dog services.
The business operates an award-winning husky farm tour and hosts multiple husky safaris—short 2 km rides, 5 km and 6 km safaris, 12 km and 20 km safaris (including late season and “Magic of Winter” options), multi-day wilderness safaris, polar night safaris and themed tours that explore frozen rivers, marshes, forest glades and Lake Ounasjarvi.
Equipment rentals and services include cross‑country skis and boots, back‑country skis and poles, ski pulks with tow bars and optional insurance, snowshoe and sliding snowshoe hire, fatbike and e‑fatbike hire, kayaks, canoes, SUP boards and guided paddle trips on Lake Ounasjarvi and Suonttajoki River. Hetta Huskies also provides practical dog services: an Adoption Package with collar, harness, travel crate, vet check and passport services, and a Dog Hotel for boarding.
Short activities such as taster rides, puppy agility challenges, husky training sessions, forest and ridge walks with huskies, bikejoring, summer mushing with troll carts or quads, and behind‑the‑scenes farm tours expand visitor options. The operation lists specialist multi‑day tours including 2‑day and 5‑day wilderness husky safaris and a 3‑day Palojoki Taiga Tour.
Information above reflects the trips, services and equipment explicitly offered by Hetta Huskies. Prospective visitors should book or inquire for availability, seasonal schedules and exact meeting locations prior to arrival. Seasonal details, health and safety measures, and age or weight limits are provided at booking and on request directly.
Tours Offered
47
Wide range of activities
Award-Winning Farm
Guided tour
See the award‑winning farm
Dog Services
Adoption & Hotel
Adoption and dog hotel services
Outdoor Gear
Hire & Rentals
Skis, pulks, boats and bikes
Reserve safaris, guided tours, gear hire or adoption appointments — check availability and book in advance.
Wear layered clothing
Temperatures can vary; dress in moisture-wicking, insulating layers.
Check weather conditions
Always review forecasts before setting out to ensure safety and comfort.
Bring camera gear
Capture the breathtaking scenery during golden hour for best lighting.
Hydrate well
Keep water handy to stay hydrated during the paddle.
Life jacket
A safety must-have for any canoe or kayak trip in cold water.
Waterproof camera
Capture the stunning Arctic scenery from your vessel.
Sun hat and sunglasses
Protect yourself from glare during sunny summer days.
summer
Thermal base layers
Keep warm during colder months on the water.
winter