Located in the wild mystical north of Lapland, close to Russia and just a few hours from the Arctic Ocean, Saariselkä is an exceptionally friendly uncommercialised resort with a unique frontier atmosphere. With magnificent Arctic wilderness scenery just on the doorstep, it makes an ideal resort for an all-round winter wonderland adventure. The skies are often a deep hue of pink and purple, the pine trees heavily laden with snow, and being so far north there is a good possibility of seeing the Northern Lights too. Here you are deep in Sámi country, the colourful native people of Lapland, many of whom work in the resort and have their own reindeer herds in forests nearby. Saariselkä is renowned for its excellent cross-country ski trails in the adjoining national park. For a really memorable experience sleep under the magical night sky in a cosy thermal glass igloo.
Experience a '7 Night Adventure' at the Muotka Wilderness Lodge or experience our 'Muotka 2-Centre Adventure'.
Did you know that if you book a 7 night holiday to Lapland in December you can also visit Santa in his home? Simply pick up and purchase the 'Visit Santa's Home' excursion at the time of booking and the whole family can enjoy a private meeting with Santa, feed and pet Santa's reindeer and see how Elf Smith sends presents around the world! Warm up inside with hot drinks and ginger biscuits.
- Every 7 night holiday to Lapland in December includes a farewell dinner with Santa - there's even a small gift and certificate for every child! For even more festive fun, why not indulge in a reindeer sleigh ride or dash through enchanting snow-laden forests on a snowmobile or husky safari!
Skiing Levels
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Beginners
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Intermediates
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Advanced
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Snowboard
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Cross Country
Mountain Facts
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Ski area
12 km
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Runs
6
5
1
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Longest run
1 Km
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Snowparks
1 snowpark.
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Lifts
Drag lifts 4, Chairlifts 1, Cablecars 0
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Slope direction
N,E,W
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Ski/resort bus
True
Things to do in resort
Pre-bookable Excursions details and prices:
There are a number of excursions that are eagerly awaiting you and to make the most of your Lapland adventure. Click here to find out more detailed information about each excursion and what they involved, then see below for the duration and price list for Saariselka.
Overnight Experiences:
Having the opportunity to stay in a Glass Igloo or Aurora Cabin for a night under the stars and Northern Lights spotting, is high on most people’s bucket list. There are a number of options for you to take, so click here to have a read. From Saariselka you have the chance to stay in either a Glass Igloo pr Aurora Cabin, and if you really cannot choose then treat yourself to two memorable nights.
| Excursion |
Duration |
Prices from |
| Snowmobile Safari |
2 hours (from resort)
Approx. 25km |
Single (1 adult alone) - Adult: £95
Double (2 sharing)- Adult: £69, Child: £29 |
| Northern Lights Wilderness Dinner |
3 hour evening excursion (12km scenic drive) |
Adult: £65
Child: £35 |
| Reindeer Safari & Sámi Farm visit |
2 hours (1½ hours at farm) |
Adult: £49, Child: £35 |
| Nellim and Russian Border Patsjoki Bridge |
5-6 hour excursion (1½ hours scenic drive)
(operates with minimum 4 guests) |
Adult: £99
Child £49 |
| Husky Safari |
5km Safari
2½ hours (1½ hours at farm and on safari) |
Adult: £79
Child: £45 |
| Snowshoe Safari (daytime or evening) |
2 hours |
Adult: £45
Child: £25 |
| Sámi Museum and Inari Village |
5 hour excursion (1 hour scenic drive)
(operates with minimum 6 guests) |
Adult: £59
Child: £55 |
| Visit Santa's Home |
3 hour excursion
1 Dec – 29 Dec incl. |
Adult: £69
Child: £59 |
| Kakslauttanen Glass Igloo |
Included: choice of evening excursion,
breakfast and 3 course dinner |
Small glass igloo: £404
Kelo-glass igloo: £515 |
| Aurora Cabin |
Continental breakfast included |
From: £195 |
Notes for all above excursions:Please note that we act at all times as the selling agent for the supplier of these excursions and activities.Times and distances are approximate and may vary due to weather and other conditions. Snowmobile, Husky & Reindeer Safaris child age 4-12yrs. Children 0-3yrs FREE (any transport must be paid for locally) but are not allowed on Snowmobile safaris on any date. Santa's Home child age 2-11yrs (Under 2yrs FREE). Snowmobile drivers must be 18yrs and bring a full, valid photographic driver's licence with them. Children aged 8yrs and above must be at least 140cm tall to ride as a passenger on a snowmobile. Children less than this height or under 8yrs will be towed in a sled behind the guide. On snowmobile safaris Inghams (and most other travel insurance policies) will provide cover for personal and medical expenses but not for damage to the snowmobile or third parties etc. If the snowmobile is damaged then a compulsory insurance excess of approximately €850 will be payable locally direct to the snowmobile safari provider. Single riders who have purchased a sharing snowmobile may need to upgrade locally to a single driving snowmobile, if a sharing snowmobile is not available. The overnight stay can be pre-booked but the exact day of the week will only be confirmed within 3 working days of booking as all reservations are subject to availability.
Location in resort
- Longitude: 27.4399082
- Latitude: 68.43364
- Distance to City Centre: 1000
For more information on travel and transport visit our Saariselka page
