Juutua Arctic Aurora Adventure

Lapland Finland , Saariselka

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  • Northern Lights
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Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Exterior Buildings
Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Exterior [1]
Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Aanaar Restaurant [2]
Wilderness Hotels Finland Husky Safari (3) [3]
Husky Safari © Wilderness Hotels
Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Reception Lounge [4]
Wilderness Hotels Finland Snowmobile Safari 2 [5]
Snowmobiling © Wilderness Hotels
Show all photos Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Sauna [6]
Wilderness Hotels Finland Northern Lights 3 [7]
Northern Lights © Wilderness Hotels
Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Wilderness Room [8]
Wilderness Hotels Finland Snowshoe [9]
Snowshoe Safari © Wilderness Hotels
  • Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Exterior Buildings
  • Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Exterior
  • Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Aanaar Restaurant
  • Wilderness Hotels Finland Husky Safari (3)
    Husky Safari © Wilderness Hotels
  • Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Reception Lounge
  • Wilderness Hotels Finland Snowmobile Safari 2
    Snowmobiling © Wilderness Hotels
  • Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Sauna
  • Wilderness Hotels Finland Northern Lights 3
    Northern Lights © Wilderness Hotels
  • Wilderness Hotel Juutua Finland Wilderness Room
  • Saarikoskentie 2, 99870 Inari

Facilities

  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Bar
  • Single Rooms
  • Aurora Alerts
  • Free Wi-Fi

Saariselkä at a glance

  • Finnish
  • Euro (EUR)
  • London Gatwick (LGW), Bristol (BRS), Manchester Int. (MAN)
  • We know Lapland, we’ve got 90+ years’ experience
  • Snow guarantee
  • Craft your perfect trip with a choice of experiences
  • Award-winning service and 24/7 support on holiday
  • Travel, transfers and accommodation included

Included in your Lapland Adventure holiday to Saariselkä

  • Full board meals at Wilderness Hotel Juutua
  • Arctic thermal clothing (aged 4+) and snow boots to keep you cosy and warm in the snow
  • Arctic activities including husky and snowmobile safaris, plus learn all there is to know about the Northern Lights
  • Aurora Alert until approx. 1am
  • Arctic thermal suits and snow boots included for all adults & children (age 3 years +)
  • Option to add extra Arctic experiences
  • On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Expert based in Saariselkä
  • Access to Inghams Digital Travel Guide with useful information to enhance your holiday
  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation

About Juutua Arctic Aurora Adventure

Experience Lapland to the fullest with one of our Juutua Arctic Aurora Adventure packages. We offer 3 and 4 night departures, with departures for 3 nights on Tuesdays and Fridays and 4 nights on Mondays and Fridays.

Throughout your stay, you’ll stay at the charming Wilderness Hotel Juutua in Inari, just a short transfer from Ivalo Airport.  Located along the shores of Juutua River in the Sámi Village of Inari, the hotel offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and authentic Lappish charm. Having served guests for over 80 years, Hotel Juutua is the second oldest hotel in the whole of Lapland. The hotel has recently been renovated, including all the bedrooms and an expansion to the hotel's restaurant ‘Aanaar’. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner alongside incredible scenery as you dine on the riverbank.

From the moment you arrive, you’re immersed in the stillness of the far north, surrounded by forests, frozen rivers and vast open skies - an unforgettable backdrop for a true Lapland escape.

  • 3-night stays include a snowmobile safari, husky safari, a visit to the Siida Saami Museum, aurora camp, aurora workshop, and an arctic sauna and jacuzzi experience. 
  • 4-night stays include a snowmobile safari with lunch, husky safari, aurora camp, meet the reindeer experience and a gentle snowshoe trip.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Restaurant 
  • Lounge area
  • Sauna and jacuzzi 
  • Wilderness Hotel Juutua is located approx. 45 minutes from Ivalo Airport

Wilderness Hotel Juutua is offered on a full board basis with breakfast, lunch and dinner included in your stay. 

Meals are served in the Aanaar restaurant, which values fine dining and tells the story of the northern wilderness through award-winning cuisine. 

The kitchen creates dishes unique to Lapland, so you can expect to try some of the local cuisine during your stay, including fish from Lake Inari. 

Your first included meal is dinner on your day of arrival, and your final included meal is breakfast on your day of departure.

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Vegetarians
  • Vegans (on request)
  • Gluten free (on request)
  • Dairy free (on request)

Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Board basis available: Full Board

Wilderness rooms sleep up to two people. These rooms have double beds and an en-suite with a shower. These rooms have a cosy atmosphere and are located in the main hotel building.

Arctic premium rooms are around 25m and sleep two people, with either twin or double beds. Located in separate buildings just a short distance from the reception and restaurant, these rooms offer a modern, comfortable retreat. Each room has an en-suite with a shower, fridge and free Wi-Fi.

All room have:

  • Wi-Fi
  • Toiletries
  • Kettle
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels 
  • Toiletries

General information:

Check in: 3pm
Check out: 11am

Additional information:

  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • Access ramp: No

Your exciting itinerary

Whether you're staying 3 or 4 nights, you'll have a whole host of exciting activities included in your holiday. You'll receive your full itinerary of activities when you arrive at Juutua, which may differ from the days and timings in the example sample itinerary below. 

Our three night holidays depart on Fridays between 29 November - 4 January and on Tuesdays between 12 January - 26 March. 

Day 1 - Arrival
Welcome to Lapland! Arrive at Ivalo Airport, where you’ll meet your transfer that'll take you to Juutua in the village of Inari. Upon arrival, you’ll collect your thermal clothing and then it's over to you to enjoy your new surrounding and settle in.  

Day 2 - Huskies and auroras 

  • Husky safari - Meet the eager team of huskies before gliding through the incredible arctic landscape. Each sleigh is shared between two people, one of you will start off driving the team of huskies, while the other sits in the sleigh – but don't worry about missing out! You'll have the chance to swap halfway.
  • Arctic Sauna Visit and Jacuzzi  - Warm up and watch the snowy day go by from the warmth of the sauna. You’ll even have access to a jacuzzi overlooking the rapids of Juutua River.
  • Aurora camp - Head out into the wilderness of Lake Inari and experience the beauty of the night sky without light pollution. You’ll have the opportunity to try and catch the Northern Lights as you take a snowmobile-drawn sleigh ride to the Aurora campsite, where you’ll hear stories about the Aurora Borealis over a hot drink by the fire.

Day 3 - Snowmobiling and Sami culture

  • Snowmobile safari - Experience the thrill of snowmobiling through the arctic tundra. Fly across frozen lakes and zip between untouched snow-covered trees. Each snowmobile is shared between two people and you'll have the chance to change drivers half way. 
  • SIIDA Sámi Museum & Nature Centre - Learn about the rich and varied history of the Sámi people and their role in modern day Lapland. Explore the nature centre to find out more about Northern Lapland's flora and fauna. Visit the local handicrafts shop for a special souvenir.
  • Aurora workshop - Learn everything there is to know about the natural phenomenon that is the Northern Lights. Take your own camera with you and get the best settings optimised for photographing this incredible light display.

Day 4 – Departure
After breakfast, you will make your way to the airport for your flight back to the UK, taking one last opportunity to enjoy the snowy scenery and the memories of your arctic adventure.

Our four night holidays depart on Mondays between 29 November - 4 January and on Fridays between 12 January - 26 March. 

Day 1 - Arrival 
Welcome to Lapland! Arrive at Ivalo Airport, where you’ll meet your transfer that'll take you to Juutua in the village of Inari. Upon arrival, you’ll collect your thermal clothing and then it's over to you to enjoy your new surroundings and settle in.

Day 2 - Snowmobiles and snowshoes

  • Snowmobile adventure - Enjoy a four hour safari that includes lunch. Spend the day like a local and have fun exploring Arctic wilderness by snowmobile. All snowmobiles are shared, with one of you driving and the other enjoying the ride as a passenger. Half way, you'll stop for lunch around an open fire, and have the chance to switch drivers if you like. Remember you'll need to show your valid driving licence in order to drive the snowmobiles.
  • Gentle snowshoe - Take a gentle, scenic stroll through beautiful snowy surroundings with a knowledgeable guide who will share stories about the local animals and nature.

Day 3 - Huskies and auroras

  • Husky Sleigh - Meet the eager team of huskies before gliding through the incredible arctic landscape. Each sleigh is shared between two people, one of you will start off driving the team of huskies, while the other sits in the sleigh – but don't worry about missing out! You'll have the chance to swap halfway.
  • Aurora camp - Head out into the wilderness of Lake Inari and experience the beauty of the night sky without light pollution. You’ll have the opportunity to try and catch the Northern Lights as you take a snowmobile-drawn sleigh ride to the Aurora campsite where you’ll hear stories about the Aurora Borealis over a hot drink by the fire.

Day 4 - Reindeers

  • Meet the Reindeer - Head over to the local reindeer farm to meet some of the herders and their reindeer. Reindeer are an important part of Lappish culture and this excursion gives you the opportunity to learn everything there is to know about Finland’s favourite furry companion. 

Day 5 – Departure
After breakfast, you will make your way to the airport for your flight back to the UK, taking one last opportunity to enjoy the snowy scenery and the memories of your arctic adventure.

  • The above itineraries are an example; a detailed daily itinerary with days and times will be given upon arrival.

  • All activities are guided group trips with English-speaking guides and include full safety instructions.

Snowmobile Safaris:

  • Based on two people sharing one snowmobile.
  • For odd-numbered groups, snowmobiles are still shared unless a single drive supplement is paid (payable locally): €100/person for up to 3-hour tours and €200/person for 4–6 hour tours.
  • Drivers must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driving license with them.
  • Self-liability (own risk) fee is €1000/snowmobile in case of an accident.
  • Children under 15 ride in a sleigh during snowmobile tours.

Husky Safari:

  • Guests drive the husky sleds themselves.
  • Usually, two people share one husky team and switch drivers halfway through.
  • Once in the resort itinerary is subject to change due to safety or unforeseen circumstances.
  • Any changes will aim to closely match the original program.
Wilderness Hotels Saariselka Reindeer

Travel to Saariselkä

Depart on: Sundays to Kittilä airport and Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays to Ivalo airport 

Fly into: Kittilä or Ivalo 

Transfer time: approx. 3 hours from Kittilä or 30 minutes - 1 hour from Ivalo by coach

Travel by Air

Ivalo Airport

Flights depart from:

  • London Gatwick 
  • Manchester (via Helsinki)

For Hotel Tunturi Suites & Apartments and Wilderness Hotel Muotka, flights depart on Tuesdays and Fridays for 7-night stays from January. 

Approx. transfer time: 30 minutes 

For Juutua Arctic Aurora Adventure, departure days are slightly different:

29 November – 4 January

  • Fridays – 3-night stays
  • Mondays – 4-night stays

12 January – 26 March

  • Tuesdays – 3-night stays
  • Fridays – 4-night stays

Airport transfer time: 45 minutes 

Kittilä Airport

Direct exclusive flights to Kittilä operate on Sundays for either 7 or 14 nights.

Flights depart from:

  • London Gatwick
  • Bristol
  • Manchester

Airport transfer time: approx. 3 hours by coach 

Important Transfer Information

Please allow for a short walk to your accommodation when you arrive. Due to local access regulations and restrictions on where coaches can stop, your coach or minivan may not be able to drop you directly outside your accommodation.

Discover Saariselkä

Quieter and smaller than livelier Levi, Saariselkä has a charm all of its own. Head 260 kilometres above the Arctic Circle and you’ll find yourself surrounded by miles of Arctic wilderness.

And you’ll know it the moment you step outside. Pine trees are piled high with snow, the air is crisp and cold, and the sky can glow pink and purple above the fells. When night falls, keep an eye on the sky. Being this far north means you’ve got a good chance of spotting the Northern Lights too.

You’re also deep in Sámi country, where many of Lapland’s Indigenous people still live and work today. With fewer crowds and Arctic wilderness all around, you’ll feel right in the heart of Lapland’s magic.

And there are plenty of ways to make the most of your time here. With a Lapland Adventure, you can choose the winter activities you want to add, or make things even easier with one of our Inclusive Packages, where a selection of activities, full-board meals and thermal clothing are all included. You can also visit during our extended season in March, when longer days, plenty of snow and fewer visitors give you more time and space to try something new.

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