Adventure Brief
Discover the magic of a Finnish Christmas at Kakslauttanen, where visiting Santa and reindeer encounters create unforgettable winter memories. Read on to learn more.
2-4 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover the magic of a Finnish Christmas at Kakslauttanen, where visiting Santa and reindeer encounters create unforgettable winter memories. Read on to learn more.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2-4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, including young children
Wildlife
History
Kakslauttanen has been a top destination for Arctic tourism since the 1970s, blending indigenous Sami traditions with modern adventure.
Conservation
The area emphasizes sustainable tourism, supporting Sami culture and protecting local wildlife habitats.
Kakslauttanen
Discover the magic of a Finnish Christmas at Kakslauttanen, where visiting Santa and reindeer encounters create unforgettable winter memories. Read on to learn more.
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.
Dress warmly in layers
Arctic temperatures demand thermal clothing and insulated gear.
Book early for Santa visits
Secure your spot to meet Santa and enjoy family-friendly activities.
Bring your camera for reindeer sightings
Capture magical moments with reindeer in their natural habitat.
Check the aurora forecast nightly
Clear winter skies can bring spectacular Northern Lights.
Thermal clothing
Keep warm in the Arctic cold with insulated thermal layers.
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Good waterproof boots
Necessary for snow walking and reindeer encounters.
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Camera with extra batteries
Capture the snowy scenery and special moments with Santa.
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Hand and foot warmers
Keep extremities warm during outdoor activities in cold weather.
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