Finland Family Winter Adventure

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Winter adventure Guided and Escorted

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

18 peopleMaximum group size

9 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Basecamp Oulanka, Finland

Ends

Basecamp Oulanka, Finland

Highlights

Go beyond the Arctic Circle for a family-friendly adventure in Sápmi’s wild winter wonderland

Learn the basics of snowshoeing on a gentle walk past frozen rapids and the Kitkajoki River

Get to grips with cross-country skiing under the guidance of an instructor

Make friends with a pack of huskies on a dog-sledding adventure through the snow

Look to the vast sky for a nightly chance to witness the Northern Lights

Finland Family Winter Adventure

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Itinerary

Imagine a winter wonderland where every day brings a new adventure—welcome to the "Finland Family Winter Adventure." Based at eco-friendly Basecamp Oulanka, families will delight in eight days of snowshoeing, dogsledding, reindeer sleigh rides, and cross-country skiing, all tailored for different ages and skill levels. Home-cooked meals and cozy lodgings ensure comfort, while the pristine wilderness of Oulanka National Park offers prime viewing for the Northern Lights. The tour’s unique highlight? An immersive family experience in Finnish Lapland that blends thrilling activities, sustainability, and the magic of winter landscapes—making lifelong memories for travelers of all generations.

day 1 - Start Basecamp Oulanka

Welcome to the wintery wilds of Finland. We typically have our welcome briefing during dinner, discussing the week ahead and getting an introduction to Basecamp Oulanka and the area we will soon explore.

Meals:Dinner

day 2 - Gentle half-day snowshoe walk; free use of snowshoes in the afternoon

After sorting out your equipment for a week in Arctic conditions, we explore Oulanka National Park with a gentle half-day snowshoe walk past frozen rapids and following the Kitkajoki River. The afternoon is free for further snowshoeing or enjoying a warm sauna or hot tub. Alternatively, you might wish to try kick sledging, a metal-frame sled you can use on your own or with your children and venture around Basecamp.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 3 - Dogsledding instruction and tour in Riisitunturi National Park

This morning, we head to a husky farm on the edge of the neighbouring Riisitunturi National Park. We start with tuition on how to ride and drive the sled and the importance of caring for the huskies correctly. We then continue into the woods where our dog teams eagerly await our arrival, ready to take us on our 6mi (10km) mushing adventure. With the adults driving and the children sitting in the sled, we appreciate the serenity of this snow-laden landscape.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 4 - Morning cross-country ski lesson

Experience the Scandinavian-born sport of cross-country skiing. Heading down to the nearby Juuma Lake, we learn the basics of cross-country skiing from our instructor. There may be a few tumbles in the soft snow to start, but this is half the fun. After building confidence on the skis, we head onto the lake, gliding through the fresh powder. Keep hold of your skis because we have further opportunities to test out our skills in the afternoon.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 5 - Morning visit to a reindeer farm and short ride on a reindeer-pulled sleigh; free afternoon in Ruka for optional activities

In the morning, we visit a reindeer farm and museum where everyone can ride a reindeer-pulled sleigh. The visit finishes with hot drinks and reindeer sausages around an open fire. We spend the rest of the day at the popular ski resort of Ruka. Your guide will take care of transfers and can book activities for you. Group transfers are included only to the designated areas and are scheduled at specific times; it is advisable to check at reception before making your activities booking. Downhill skiing and snowmobile safaris are available.

Please note, the bookings for activities in Ruka need to be made by Tuesday due to operational reasons.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

day 6 - Free morning; afternoon children’s snow games

This morning, we can sleep in and start the day at a more relaxed pace. To kick off the afternoon, we see about making a fire and cooking our own pancakes for lunch.

In the afternoon, we are busy with snow games supervised by the Basecamp guides. Here, children can learn how to build a snow fort followed by hot chocolate and doughnuts. Families can also have a go at making a snow sculpture, among other activities.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 7 - Free day. Optional activities including unguided cross-country skiing or snowmobile tours

Today is left free to spend as you like. Options include unguided cross-country skiing and snowshoeing with all the Basecamp facilities at your disposal and many accessible roads to explore. Otherwise, join in one of the several optional activities available: downhill skiing or snowmobile safaris at nearby Ruka (transport and skiing not included) or a walking trip to nearby Jyrävä waterfall with snacks and hot drinks by a campfire. Alternatively, unguided cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or kick sledging can keep you entertained. We then have our farewell dinner at Basecamp.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 8 - End Basecamp Oulanka

The trip ends after breakfast. Say goodbye to Basecamp Oulanka, which may feel like a second home by now, before your return journey home.

Meals:Breakfast