Stay at Wilderness Hotel Juutua on the shore of River Juutua in Sami Village Inari, Finnish Lapland
Enjoy modern comfort combined with authentic Lapland charm and fine dining at Restaurant Aanaar
Take part in daytime activities including a snowmobile adventure, husky safari, snowshoeing, and ice fishing by snowmobile sleigh
Visit the nearby Siida Museum and Nature Centre to learn about Sami culture and local wildlife
Relax with sauna and jacuzzi sessions after your Arctic adventures
Evening trips provide multiple opportunities to witness the Northern Lights
From £2,489 per person (excluding flights)
This is based on two adults sharing accommodation in a Wilderness Double room for 7 nights, with return transfers, excursions as described, winter outer clothing, and full board.
This roughly converts to 2,962 EUR | 3,211 USD
Departures: This 7 night package has flexible arrival days between December and early April. We can also create a bespoke itinerary for your specific requirements, please ask our Sales team for the different options.
Find yourself in the heart of Finnish Lapland in the Sami village of Inari for the start of your winter adventure. Away from light pollution, Wilderness Hotel Juutua is in a perfect position to search the Northern Lights by night and enjoy winter adventures by day next to the frozen Lake Inari. Cosy lodging and hearty Lappish cuisine provide all the comfort you need for a relaxing break.
On arrival you'll be kitted out in Arctic gear - a warm winter overall, boots and mitts. You'll need to bring additional thermal garments and gear to layer up! Our team will provide you with a kit list ahead of your travels.
Please be aware that the order of the itinerary on this proposal is indicative and the final order of your activities and excursions will be confirmed on arrival to the lodge based on local weather and snow conditions and Aurora activity.
Dining at Wilderness Hotel Juutua
Enjoy full board meals in the hotel's Restaurant Aanaar. The restaurant's philosophy is to "eat from the forest - drink from the nature". The menu tells the story of the northern wilderness through award-winning cuisine with an astounding view to the rapids of River Juutua. Ingredients that feature on the menu include lichen and the traditional Sami herbal plant Angelica, to reindeer and Lake Inari’s fish. Diets can be accommodated with advance warning. There's also a well-stocked bar serving a variety of wines, craft beers, soft drinks and Arctic-inspired cocktails. Your stay includes three course dinners daily, and one special Arctic culinary five course dinner.
Head down to the shore of the Juutua river and you’ll find our Koski sauna. It’s an idyllic spot to relax and refresh after a day exploring the wild Finnish outdoors. A few short steps from the warmth of the sauna you’ll find yourself on our terrace, where you can sink into the jacuzzi as you watch the rapids tumble past. There is a dressing room, bathroom and showers, and drinks and snacks can be ordered to the sauna in advance.
Ice fishing is at the heart of our local culture, and today you will get to share this experience. Start the day with a sleigh ride behind the snowmobile as you head out to find the best ice fishing spot. On the way your guide will share interesting facts about life up here in the North, before they decide on the best place to set up camp. You’ll then learn how to drill a hole in the ice, before trying your luck at making a catch. During the day you’ll enjoy warm drinks and have lunch by the fire - hopefully the fresh fish you caught!
