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Included in the price...
• Any duration (we recommend a minimum of 3 nights)
• Return flights from London to Kittila (Manchester departures available on request)
• Return airport transfers
• Minimum of 3 nights en-suite hotel room or apartment
• Half board
• Choose from our extensive range of activities (The order of activities you select is subject to change)
• Cold weather clothing for the duration of your stay
• Fully qualified wilderness guides and instructors

NB. A full driving license is required to drive a snowmobile in Finland.
Departure dates from: 18 November 2012 to 10 April 2013

Situated 230kms north of the Arctic Circle, the hotel combines Scandinavian style accommodation, the warmest of welcomes and a great range of activities designed to take you into the very heart of Lapland's winter wilderness.

Quite simply, we love this place and judging by the feedback, so do our clients. Located on the banks of the Muonio River which you can cross when it is frozen and you will find yourself in Sweden. The hotel's unforgettable safari programmes will take you into the very heart of Lapland's winter wilderness.

 

Harriniva Wilderness Hotel
Situated 230km north of the Arctic Circle this family run hotel has 64 Scandinavian style en suite bedrooms. Most of the rooms accommodate two or three people but there are some larger bedrooms suitable for families. 

The hotel has three cosy dining rooms (including one with a log fire) and a basement pub, ideal for those pre-dinner drinks. Naturally, this being Finland, there are two large saunas and a family sauna within the main building. For a bit of pampering, the Aurora Wellness Centre offers therapies such as massages and a variety of facials. On the riverbank there are two Jacuzzis, two steam baths and an ice hole - for the very brave!
 
Spa Cabin 
For a special evening we can arrange for you to stay in the spa cabin. It is set only a short walk from the main hotel and overlooks the beautiful frozen river. The cabin comes complete with fireplace, sauna and use of the private outdoor hot tub overlooking the frozen river.
 
Safari Houses and Cabins 
On our longer overnight husky and snowmobile safaris you spend some nights in shared safari houses or cabins with full access to all the hotel’s facilities. Each safari house or cabin has its own shower, toilet and sauna and provides the perfect place to bond with your fellow adventurers before your safari. You will eat all your meals in the main building.
 
Wilderness Cabins 
Any holiday that includes an overnight safari will include at least one night in a wilderness cabin.
 
Some of the cabins can be basic (no electricity or running water) but they are all comfortable and cosy, especially once the fire is burning and dinner is cooking. Sleeping arrangements are in dormitory style areas. Despite their far-flung locations, there is always a sauna in the cabins - after all, this is Finland!
 
The cabins are generally so remote that there is little or no light pollution creating the best possible chance of seeing the Aurora Borealis.

Lainio Snow Village and Kellokas Nature Centre
You will head to Kellokas Nature Centre to learn about the region, the landscape, the flora, fauna and the local culture. From the centre you will continue to Lainio Snow Village, a spectacular monument to snow and ice architecture.
You will be able to visit the expertly crafted suites and rooms before having lunch in the ice restaurant. We can also arrange overnight stays at Lainio at the end of your holiday (see price box for details).

Duration: 6 Hours   Adult: £110

17km Husky Safari
After a visit to the Arctic sled dog centre and instruction you continue with a 17km husky safari. You will travel 2 people per sled with opportunities to switch between driver and passenger. Guides, snack, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 3 Hours   Adult: £100

25km Husky Safari
During this safari you spend the day with your own team of huskies (1 person per sled). You will travel around 25km through stunning landscapes. Lunch will be cooked on an open fire. Guides, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 5 Hours   Adult: £170

Aurora Picnic Pulkka (on request and subject to availability)
This is your chance to try something that the Finns love to do themselves. You will be provided with a toboggan filled with logs, matches, hot berry juice and Finnish sausages. You will be given help to light a riverside fire spending as long as you want, grilling sausages and enjoying the peace of the Finnish night; an excellent way to wait for the Aurora Borealis.

Adult: £13

Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing (on request and subject to availability)

Cross country skis and snowshoes can be hired for around €12 per day. They are excellent fun and there are many trails to be explored. Alternatively there are guided snowshoe treks available and cross country ski lessons can be arranged on request, subject to availability.

Duration: 2 Hours     Adult: £36

Husky Safari (Overnight)
You will be given full instruction before you and your team of faithful huskies head off on a two day wilderness safari. You will spend the night in a wilderness cabin (see accommodation section for details) and travel around 25km per day. You will have two lunches out on the trail while breakfast and your evening meal will be prepared in the cabin. You will be responsible for looking after your own team of dogs and helping with all the camp chores. This is a true wilderness safari and an adventure that should not be missed. All instruction and equipment is provided (including Arctic grade sleeping bag). Minimum age 15 years old. Departs on Fridays at 10am.

Duration: 48 Hours   Adult: £440

Ice fishing
This is one of the most traditional Finnish activities. You will head with your guide to a local fishing spot, drill through the ice and wait for the fish to bite. It’s seriously exciting if you get a catch on the line and even if you don’t the scenery is quite stunning.

Duration: 1.5 Hours   Adult: £30

Introductory Husky Safari
A guided tour of the sled dog centre is followed by an introductory 9km safari. You will travel 2 people per sled with opportunities to switch between driver and passenger. Guides, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 1.5 Hours    Adult: £60

Lapland Snowmobile Safari
This is the longest single day snowmobile safari available at Harriniva (please see website for multi day trips). You will travel 80 – 100km stopping for a picnic lunch and hot drinks. You will travel two people per snowmobile but for this trip we would recommend upgrading to one each (see price box for details). Guides, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 5 Hours    Adult: £165

Lappish Culture and Short Reindeer Safari
Today you will visit a local reindeer herder. You will be given an insight into their lives and about the importance of the reindeer. You will try your hand at lassoing and there will be the chance for a short reindeer pulled sleigh ride. Lunch will be served in a traditional Kota.

Duration: 4 Hours    Adult: £130

Northern Lights (sled pulled by a snowmobile)
If you would rather not travel on a snowmobile in search of the Lights then you can always choose to travel in a sled pulled by the guide. This gives you the same opportunity to see the Aurora as the snowmobile safari but will allow you to relax and concentrate on the skies.

Duration: 2 Hours    Adult: £40

Northern Lights Hunt by Minibus
During this 4 hour trip your guide will take you on a search for the Aurora. The minibus provides you with added mobility to outrun any cloud and hopefully fulfill your quest of seeing the Northern Lights. Hot drinks are included.

Duration: 4 Hours   Adult: £70


Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari
This safari departs at 9pm and is designed as a search for the magnificent Aurora Borealis. You will travel around 20km with 2 people per snowmobile (with chances to switch between driver and passenger) as you head to the splendid vantage point of a nearby fell. Warm drinks will be served as you gaze skywards in hope of seeing the Northern Lights. Guide, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 2 Hours   Adult: £80

Northern Lights Snowshoeing
There can be no more peaceful way of searching for the Aurora than on snowshoes. Your guide will take you by snowmobile pulled sleigh to the start of your snowshoe trail where you head off in search of the Lights on foot. Warm drinks, guides, instruction and equipment are included.

Duration: 3 Hours    Adult: £55

Reindeer Safari
This is a reindeer pulled sleigh ride through the stunning winter wonderland and quite simply a magical experience.

Duration: 3 Hours    Adult: £150

Snowmobile Panorama Safari
On this exhilarating tour you will explore the fell landscapes which surround Harriniva. It is an excellent introductory trip. You will travel two people per snowmobile (with chances to switch between driver and passenger) and cover around 30km. Guides, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 2.5 Hours    Adult: £80

Snowmobile Wilderness Safari
After full instruction you will head off on snowmobiles across the frozen landscape enjoying the stunning views. You will travel two people per snowmobile (with chances to switch driver and passenger) and cover around 50km. There will be a break for a warm drink en route. Guides, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 3.5 Hours    Adult: £135

Cookie Baking (Christmas Week)
This free activity is fantastic for getting all the kids together and in a really Christmassy mood.

Duration: 1 Hour

Ice Fishing (Christmas Week)
This is one of the most traditional Finnish activities. You will head with your guide to a local fishing spot, drill through the ice and wait for the fish to bite. It’s seriously exciting if you get a catch on the line and even if you don’t the scenery is quite stunning.

Duration: 1 Hour    Adult: £30

Jingle Bells Husky Safari (Christmas Week)
After a guided tour of the sled dog centre you will travel two people per sled on a 6km introductory husky safari. This is ideal for families with smaller children. Guide, instruction and equipment provided.

Duration: 1 Hour   Adult: £50

Lainio Snow Village and Kellokas Nature Centre (Christmas Week)
You will head to Kellokas Nature Centre to learn about the region, the landscape, the flora, fauna and the local culture. From the centre you will continue to Lainio Snow Village, a spectacular monument to snow and ice architecture. You will be able to visit the expertly crafted suites and rooms before having lunch in the ice restaurant. We can also arrange overnight stays at Lainio at the end of your holiday (see price box for details).

Duration: 6 Hours   Adult: £110

Northern Lights Sled Safari (sled pulled by a Snowmobile) (Christmas Week)
If you would rather not travel on a snowmobile in search of the Lights then you can always choose to travel in a sled pulled by the guide. This gives you the same opportunity to see the Aurora as the snowmobile safari but will allow you to relax and concentrate on the skies.

Duration: 2 Hours    Adult: £40

Northern Lights Snowshoes (Christmas Week)
There can be no more peaceful way of searching for the Aurora than on snowshoes. Your guide will take you by snowmobile pulled sleigh to the start of your snowshoe trail where you head off in search of the Lights on foot. Warm drinks, guides, instruction and equipment are included.

Duration: 3 Hours   Adult: £55

Search for Christmas Tree (Christmas Week)
There is nothing that signifies Christmas more than the Christmas Tree. As a group you can venture into the forests around Harriniva and select a Christmas tree to bring back to the hotel and decorate.

Duration 1-2 Hours

Snowmobile Northern Lights Safari (Christmas Week)
This safari departs at 9pm and is designed as a search for the magnificent Aurora Borealis. You will travel around 20km with 2 people per snowmobile (with chances to switch between driver and passenger) as you head to the splendid vantage point of a nearby fell. Warm drinks will be served as you gaze skywards in hope of seeing the Northern Lights. Guide, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 2 Hours    Adult: £80

Snowmobile Panorama Safari (Christmas week)
On this exhilarating tour you will explore the fell landscapes which surround Harriniva. It is an excellent introductory trip. You will travel two people per snowmobile (with chances to switch between driver and passenger) and cover around 30km. Guides, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 2.5 Hours   Adult: £80

Snowshoeing (Christmas Week)
This is an excellent way to explore the forests and wilds around the hotel. Your guide will lead you on a trek lasting approximately 2 hrs. Guides, instruction and equipment provided.

Duration: 2 Hours     Adult: £35

Snowy Trails Snowmobile Safari (Christmas Week)
This snowmobile trip is great for families. Children will ride in a sled pulled by the guide’s snowmobile. The scenery is stunning here and you will travel around 20km during your journey. Guide, instruction and equipment provided.

Duration: 2 Hours.     Adult: £60

Visit Father Christmas (Christmas Week)
You will depart on a snowmobile – pulled sled and travel through the magical snow covered forest. After a short time you will come across a candle lit path to a remote log cabin. An elf will greet you and one family at a time you will be taken into the cabin to meet with the great man himself. You will sit by the fireplace with Father Christmas and discuss your Christmas wishes. A magical family experience.

Duration: 1.5 hours    Adult: £80

Cross Country Skiing (New Year Week)

Your guide will teach you the basics as you get the chance to master this most typical of Scandinavian activities. Guides, instruction and equipment provided.

Duration: 2 Hours    Adult: £35

Ice Fishing (New Year)
This is one of the most traditional Finnish activities. You will head with your guide to a local fishing spot, drill through the ice and wait for the fish to bite. It’s seriously exciting if you get a catch on the line and even if you don’t the scenery is quite stunning.

Duration: 1 Hour      Adult: £30

Jingle Bell Husky Safari (New Year Week)
After a guided tour of the sled dog centre you will travel two people per sled on a 6km introductory husky safari. This is ideal for families with smaller children. Guide, instruction and equipment provided.

Duration: 1 Hour    Adult: £50

Lainio Snow Village and Kellokas Nature Centre (New Year Week)
You will head to Kellokas Nature Centre to learn about the region, the landscape, the flora, fauna and the local culture. From the centre you will continue to Lainio Snow Village, a spectacular monument to snow and ice architecture. You will be able to visit the expertly crafted suites and rooms before having lunch in the ice restaurant. We can also arrange overnight stays at Lainio at the end of your holiday (see price box for details).

Duration: 6 Hours    Adult: £110

Northern Lights Sled Safari (sled pulled by a Snowmobile)
If you would rather not travel on a snowmobile in search of the Lights then you can always choose to travel in a sled pulled by the guide. This gives you the same opportunity to see the Aurora as the snowmobile safari but will allow you to relax and concentrate on the skies.

Duration: 2 Hours    Adult: £40

Northern Lights Snowshoes (New Year)
There can be no more peaceful way of searching for the Aurora than on snowshoes. Your guide will take you by snowmobile pulled sleigh to the start of your snowshoe trail where you head off in search of the Lights on foot. Warm drinks, guides, instruction and equipment are included.

Duration: 2 Hours    Adult: £55

Snowmobile Northern Lights Safari (New Year Week)
This safari departs at 9pm and is designed as a search for the magnificent Aurora Borealis. You will travel around 20km with 2 people per snowmobile(with chances to switch between driver and passenger) as you head to the splendid vantage point of a nearby fell. Warm drinks will be served as you gaze skywards in hope of seeing the Northern Lights. Guide, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 2 Hours    Adult: £80

Snowmobile Panorama Safari (New Year week)
On this exhilarating tour you will explore the fell landscapes which surround Harriniva. It is an excellent introductory trip. You will travel two people per snowmobile (with chances to switch between driver and passenger) and cover around 30km. Guides, instruction and equipment included.

Duration: 2.5 Hours    Adult: £80

Snowshoeing (New Year Week)
This is an excellent way to explore the forests and wilds around the hotel. Your guide will lead you on a trek lasting approximately 2 hrs. Guides, instruction and equipment provided. Minimum age 5 yrs. See price box for schedules.

Duration: 2 Hours   Adult: £35

Snowy Trails Snowmobile Safari (New Year Week)
This snowmobile trip is great for families. Children will ride in a sled pulled by the guide’s snowmobile. The scenery is stunning here and you will travel around 20km during your journey. Guide, instruction and equipment provided.

Duration: 2 Hours    Adult: £60

 


in our opinion...

"There's something about Harriniva that is unlike anywhere else in Scandinavia and it seems that our delighted clients agree. You really feel as if you are in the wilderness here but it's a wilderness with home comforts. You can be dog sledding in the morning and enjoying a glass of wine in an outdoor hot tub by late afternoon. Despite being surrounded by wild winter terrain you'll find that Hariniva offers great service, spa facilities, a fabulously laid back ambience and exhilarating winter safaris. I love this place."



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