Juutua Arctic Aurora Adventure, Saariselka, Finland / Lapland

Our Juutua Arctic Aurora Adventure Packages are a fantastic option for couples, families and friends wanting to experience Lapland to the fullest without the hassle of organising everything yourself. We offer two distinct packages, 3-night short breaks (Tuesday-Friday) and 4-night long weekends (Friday-Tuesday), both with varying included itineraries that are full of unique arctic activities. Located in Inari, a short coach transfer from Ivalo airport, you’ll be surrounded by snowy wilderness right in the heart of the arctic circle - making for an unbeatable winter holiday.

Whats included in our Juutua short break?

• Return BA flights from London Gatwick to Ivalo ​
• Short airport transfers from Ivalo to Wilderness Hotel Juutua (approx. 40 mins)​
• 3 or 4-nights’ accommodation at the Wilderness Hotel Juutua ​
• Full board meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner​
• Winter outdoor thermal clothing and boots
• A range of winter activities included with your stay

Our 3-night package runs from Tuesday to Friday and our 4-night package runs from Friday to Tuesday.

Wilderness Hotel Juutua

Located along the shores of Juutua River in the Sámi Village Inari, this hotel offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and authentic Lappish charm. Having served guests for over 80 years, Hotel Juutua is the secondoldest hotel in the whole of Lapland. The hotel has recently been renovated including all the bedrooms and an expansion to the hotels restaurant ‘Aanaar’. Enjoy breakfast and dinner alongside incredible scenery as you dine on the riverbank.

Included arctic activities

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 in resort.

3 night stays include a snowmobile safari, husky safari, aurora camp, aurora workshop, a visit to Siida Saami museum and an arctic sauna and jacuzzi experience.

4 night stays include a snowmobile safari with lunch, husky safari, aurora camp, meet the reindeer and a gentle snowshoe trip.

Husky Sleigh

3 & 4 night stays: Mush your team of dogs on an exciting adventure through icy forests and across snowy fells. Meet the eager team of huskies before gliding through the incredible arctic landscape. Each sledge is shared between two people - one of you will start off driving the team of huskies, while the other sits in the sleigh and you'll have the chance to swap half way.

Aurora Camp

3 & 4 night stays: 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 sleighride to the Aurora campsite where you’ll hear stories about the Aurora Borealis over a hot drink by the fire.

Snowmobile Safari

3 night stays: 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.

4 night stays: Enjoy a longer safari that includes lunch. Spend the day like a local and have fun on this 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.

SIIDA Sámi Museum & Nature Centre

3 night stays: 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

3 night stays: 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.

Arctic Sauna Visit and Jacuzzi

3 night stays: 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.

Meet the Reindeer

4 night stays: 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 excursions gives you the opportunity to learn everything there is to know about Finland’s favourite furry companion.

Gentle Snowshoe

4 night stays: Take a gentle, scenic stroll through beautiful snowy surroundings with a knowledgeable guide who will share stories about the local animals and nature.

• Wi-Fi
• Bar
• Restaurant
• Lounge area
• Sauna and jacuzzi

Included excursions:

3 night trips

• Snowmobile safari (approx. 2 hours)
• Husky safari (approx. 3 hours)
• Aurora camp (approx. 3 hours)
• Aurora workshop (approx. 1 hour)
• Visit to Siida – Saami Museum (approx. 3 hours)
• Arctic sauna visit with jacuzzi (approx. 1.5 hours)

4 night trips

• Snowmobile safari with outdoor lunch (approx. 4 hours)
• Husky safari (approx. 3 hours)
• Aurora camp (approx. 3 hours)
• Meet the reindeer (approx. 1.5 hours)
• Gentle snowshoe trip (approx. 2 hours)

Rooms

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

Arcticrooms sleep up to two people. These spacious premium rooms have a modern Lappish design. They have either twin or double beds and a bathroom with shower. Arctic rooms are located in a separate building a short walk from the main reception and restaurant building.

Bedroom facilities:

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

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

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.

Board basis options available

• Full Board