Festive Family Igloo Stay

Upon arrival in Rovaniemi, the gateway to Finnish Lapland, you will be transferred to Vaattunki Wilderness Resort, located just outside the city amid the Arctic wilderness and surrounding river landscapes.

Recently redesigned with a focus on comfort and connection to nature, Vaattunki Wilderness Resort offers a peaceful setting surrounded by forests and snow-covered landscapes. With modern amenities and easy access to the surrounding wilderness, it provides a comfortable base for exploring and experiencing Lapland.

After check-in, take some time to settle in and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Relax in the cosy lounge areas or simply take in the Arctic scenery before your Lapland adventures begin.

After breakfast, get ready for an exciting introduction to one of Lapland's most iconic winter experiences. Today's guided snowmobile safari takes place directly from Vaattunki Wilderness Resort, offering the perfect opportunity to discover the beauty of the Arctic wilderness while learning the basics of snowmobile driving.

Following a safety briefing and outfitting in warm winter gear, set off along snowy forest trails and frozen landscapes surrounding the resort. As you travel through the pristine wilderness, you'll experience the freedom and exhilaration of driving a snowmobile while taking in the peaceful surroundings of Finnish Lapland.

During the safari, there will be a stop to enjoy hot drinks and biscuits while soaking up the silence and tranquillity of the Arctic nature around you. With approximately 1.5 hours of driving time, this easy-paced excursion is ideal for first-time riders and offers a memorable taste of Lapland's winter adventure.

Lunch will be served at Restaurant Niva and the afternoon is free to explore the surroundings or enjoy the Sauna and Jacuzzi (extra cost)

Today, discover an important part of Lapland’s cultural heritage as you visit a traditional reindeer farm and meet the animals that have played a vital role in Arctic life for generations.

After transferring to the reindeer farm, learn about the significance of reindeer husbandry and the traditions of the North before embarking on a peaceful reindeer sleigh safari through the snowy forest. Following your journey, warm up with hot drinks and baked bun while hearing more about life alongside these remarkable animals.

Lunch will be served at Restaurant Niva

For departures 19 - 23 Dec and 23 and 27 Dec 2027
Later in the day you will experience the magic of Christmas. Just a short drive, a hidden woodland home awaits, where a Reindeer Herder, the Forest Queen and Santa Claus are waiting to welcome you. Follow the Forest Queen along a candlelit path and discover a series of festive adventures. Find Santa’s secret wooden house and receive a small gift. Get creative decorating gingerbread cookies in a cabin, then glide through the snowy forest on a reindeer sleigh.

You can also write your Christmas wish and hang it on the special Christmas Tree of Wishes, before warming up with a delicious pastry and hot berry juice.
There is plenty of snowy fun for the whole family too, including tobogganing, kick sledding and mini-snowmobile rides for children.

After a day filled with festive adventures and family time, return to Vaattunki with wonderful memories of your Lapland Christmas.

Few experiences capture the spirit of Arctic Lapland quite like a husky safari. Today, you'll meet a team of enthusiastic sled dogs and discover the thrill of travelling through the snowy wilderness by one of the region's most traditional forms of transport.

After being provided with warm winter clothing, you'll receive an introduction to husky sledding and learn the basics of steering your team. Then it's time to set off on an unforgettable ride through beautiful winter landscapes, following forest trails as your energetic huskies eagerly guide the way.

Travelling in pairs, you'll experience the excitement of mushing your own team while taking in the peaceful surroundings of Lapland's snow-covered wilderness. The crisp Arctic air, the sound of paws racing across the snow and the stunning natural scenery combine to create a truly memorable experience.

Following the safari, warm up with hot drinks and biscuits while learning more about the life, training and personalities of these remarkable Arctic dogs from your guide.

Lunch will be served at Restaurant Niva. The remainder of the day is at leisure, offering time to relax at the resort or simply soak up the tranquillity of your wilderness surroundings.

Enjoy a final breakfast surrounded by the peaceful beauty of the Arctic wilderness before checking out of Vaattunki Wilderness Resort.