Harriniva Adventure Resort

This family-owned hotel offers guests an insight into the indigenous Sami culture of Lapland, respecting Lappish traditions and has a strong connection with local nature. The cosy accommodation is powered by renewable energy and geothermal heating.  Full-board meals include a variety of dishes made with local and organic produce.

During your stay you can visit one of the oldest reindeer farms in Lapland You can learn about the heritage of the Sámi people and explore the history of the farm through the original artifacts and stories. Animal welfare is central to all of the activities, the group are founding members of the ''Animal Welfare in Tourism'' service, a project that cooperates with the University of Lapland - this promotes a high standard of life for the animals through good living conditions, keeping them healthy and happy.

Being one of the few businesses operating in the unspoiled Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park, you can learn about the surrounding fells and forests, and the natural resources available in the area- Harriniva is actively lobbying against large-scale logging in Muonio. In support of the local community, the hotel sources products from businesses and smaller Finnish entrepreneurs, plus regularly contributes to the local youth and children's charity.

The group is Green Key accredited, demonstrating its commitment to environmental and sustainable development.

Meet you Inghams Destination Expert at Kittilä airport and transfer from the airport by coach to your accommodation. Once you arrive, settle into your accommodation. Depending on your arrival time, you'll pick up your suits and boots on your first or second day.

• An unforgettable reindeer farm visit and reindeer sled ride - Meet Rudolph's friends at this 100-year-old Lappish farm and enjoy the wonder of a tranquil reindeer
• Lunch in a traditional Lappish kota

• Husky sled ride - Meet the excited huskies for a 6km safari. A chance for adults to drive the husky sled whilst small children travel with the guide's sled.
• Snow fun winter activities - Test your skills at cross-country skiing, tobogganing, and other fun snow activities. There is even a mini snowmobile ride for children where they can drive themselves.
• Lunchtime buffet.
• Snowmobile safari, discovering the beautiful landscape of Lapland - Two adults share a snowmobile with children traveling in a sleigh.

After a magical few days, it’s time to say goodbye to your new friends before being transferred by coach to the airport for your flight home.

If you are staying on a 3 night (4 day) stay then the snowmobile and Christmas dinner are on Day 4 and departures on Day 5.

• All activities are subject to weather and safety conditions; the itinerary is subject to change. 

• All participants must sign a waiver before taking part in activities.

Snowmobile Safari

• Drivers must be 18+ years with a valid physical driving license.

• Shared snowmobiles as standard; single upgrade available locally (approx. 32€), free for single parents.

• Minimum passenger age: 15 years, minimum height 140 cm.

• Children under 15 ride in a guide-pulled sleigh (heating not guaranteed). Not recommended for children under 4.

• Optional excess reduction available (approx. 16€, reduces liability to 400€).

• Approx. 20 km track, continuous loop with driver swap option halfway.

Husky Safari

• Drivers must be 18+ years.

• Sleds typically carry 2 adults (age 12+), and drivers can swap halfway.

• Children under 12 ride with guides (5–6 per guide sled).

• In cold weather, younger children may complete a shorter loop and supervised indoor activities.

Reindeer Safari

• Approx. 1 km ride; sleighs hold up to 2 adults and 2 children.

• Sleighs travel in a line, led by a Sami guide (guests hold rope but do not control reindeer).

• Visit includes Lapinkartano Sami Museum, cultural talk and lunch.

Child Policy

• Children welcome year-round; infants under 3 years cannot participate in activities.