Recreation in Saariselkä

You can rent equipments such as snowshoes, OAC Skis, ski poles, E-fatbikes, sleds and kick sleds. Bike sizes S, M, L, XL and also junior bikes. 

Prices of Electic fatbikes:   

Bowling is excellent fun whether you are a family or a group of friends looking for a fun night out.

Bowling is excellent fun whether you’re a family or a group of friends looking for a fun night out. And it’s easy to play, even if you’re a beginner! With 8 Lanes together with glow lighting you are sure to have a great time. Bowling is also suitable for children and we have special equipped lanes for that purpose.

More info: Bowling Saariselkä

Next to Holiday Club Saariselkä you can find the longest toboggan slope of Europe!

The toboggan slope, located in Kaunispää Fell, is now illuminated with light art. You can try Aurora Tobogganing by Saariselkä Ski & Sport Resort with a guide or individually with a WinterPark -ticket. 

Dinner at the reindeer farm with Sami events.

Group will be picked up from the accommodation place and transferred to the Reindeer farm in Joikun Kota. Our Sámi hosts wishes us welcome.

Our host will talk about the Sámi culture and reindeer herding; please do not hesitate to ask if you have questions in mind.

Enjoy the absolute peace and quiet, which is only broken by the tinkling of a reindeer bell.

Sitting cosy and warm on reindeer furs, we will drive reindeer and follow our guide, the reindeer herder.

At the starting point the reindeer man wishes us welcome. Driving and safety instructions for the safari will be given. All participants will be given a driving reindeer. By sitting in the sleigh we are able to enjoy the peace of wilderness; the reindeer go on quietly in a snowy forest.

After a while we shall keep a break: coffee will be served by the open fire, cookies to go with. For those who are interested the reindeer man shall tell about reindeer and life in general in Lapland. The safari continues.

The Northern Lights dancing up above is such a powerful and unique natural phenomenon that it changes lives down on Earth.

Being one of the best places to spot the Aurorae, Finland has even received immigration because of them. You can choose either go by snowmobile or by reindeer sleigh.

We start our safari towards an exciting experience of ice fishing.
We will drive through the fells and wilderness and finally arrive to a Lake.

Group will be picked up from the accommodation place.
From our safari office we will get warm winter overalls (overalls, Shoes, woolen socks, gloves, helmet).

Guide have prepared everything we need on our Ice Fishing trip.
Guests will get driving and safety instructions for the Snowmobile.

One of the best activities to do in the winter besides ski is to go snowmobiling.

During our drive we shall enjoy the untouched nature which surrounds us. On top of the fell we shall stop to view the snowy scenery. We shall keep some breaks during our drive. Hot juice will be offered.

Ski Saariselkä has something for everyone to enjoy: down-hill skiing, free-style park, and the Kids Park. There are a total of 11 slopes on the Kaunispää and Iisakkipää fells, the longest slope being 1.3 km long.

Saariselkä is famous for its cross-country skiing trips. The UK National Park's 230 km trail network offers challenge for skiers of all levels. Be sure to enjoy the atmosphere of the desert huts and campfires on your excursions as well. The daily rehabilitation of the trails starts in the morning and the 40 km long illuminated route can be skied until 10pm.

Snowmobile, Snow Shoe and Husky Safaris.
You can enjoy Saariselkä without skies as well. Snowmobile-riding, snowshoeing and husky safaris offer you authentic Lapland adventures. Your holiday is also an excellent opportunity to try curling. 

If you are looking for excitement, take part in a guided gold-panning trip – we guarantee a good catch!

Saariselkä also has something to offer to fishing enthusiasts: lakes and rivers with clean and clear water and rugged landscapes are an adventure for even the most experienced fisherman.

Moreover, Saariselkä is certainly the place you should use as your fort when you go bird-watching. During a day trip, you can familiarize yourself with not only the species at the peaks of the fells, but also those along the rivers.

Hikers can choose the trail that best suits their condition and schedule, from a one-kilometre hike to one that takes several days. Marked trails beginning in the centre of Saariselkä, Kiilopää or Tankavaara lead to the Urho Kekkonen national park.

The Ivalojoki river and Finland’s second largest lake, Inarijärvi, are Northern Lapland’s best places for canoeing. If you have never paddled a canoe before, you can take part in a guided canoeing excursion. 

Mountain bikers can enjoy the light of the long summer nights and the gently sloping fells or challenging rocky terrain. The local programme service businesses rent mountain bikes and guide you in choosing the route most suitable for you.

Those looking for a faster pace can take part in an endurance safari upon request. Moto-Jysky’s guided tours will take you on a motorbike trip and introduce you to the wonders of Lapland’s commercial forests. 

Try the Finnish speciality Nordic walking while enjoying the stunning views.