Saariselka: Full Day Snowmobile Driving with Ice Fishing

This full-day snowmobile safari is designed for those looking to dive deep into Lapland’s wintry heart. After meeting your guide in Saariselkä, you’ll be equipped with high-quality thermal clothing and safety gear before receiving instructions on snowmobile operation. Once ready, you’ll set off into the snowy expanse, traveling along marked trails that wind through silent pine forests, over frozen lakes, and across snow-covered fells.

Driving your own snowmobile (shared two per vehicle, with driver swaps along the way), you’ll feel the freedom and excitement of Arctic travel as the pristine scenery unfolds around you. Your destination is a secluded lake, far from the village lights, where you’ll stop to try your hand at traditional ice fishing. Your guide will demonstrate how to drill a hole in the ice and use a simple rod to lure Arctic fish from beneath the frozen surface.

While you wait for your catch, you’ll warm up by a crackling campfire, where a hearty outdoor lunch is served—often featuring local ingredients and sometimes even your fresh catch. There’s plenty of time to relax, enjoy the solitude, and take in the panoramic views before returning to your snowmobiles for the scenic ride back to Saariselkä.

Whether you’re drawn by the adventure, the silence of the Arctic, or the chance to connect with local traditions, this full-day tour offers an unforgettable combination of activity and nature.

Approximately 6 hours

• Full-day snowmobile safari through Lapland’s wilderness
• Learn and experience traditional ice fishing on a remote lake
• Scenic drive through snowy forests, fells, and frozen lakes
• Outdoor campfire lunch in peaceful natural surroundings
• Small-group experience led by an expert local guide

Prices start from 159 EUR (exact pricing may vary based on group size and additional services).

• Winter clothes and shoes
• Helmets
• Barbequing
• Fuel
• Equipment
• Guide

• A valid driving license is required to operate a snowmobile
• Minimum age to participate as a passenger: 4–6 years (depending on weather)
• Participants share snowmobiles (2 per vehicle); solo driving option available for a supplement
• Not suitable for pregnant guests or those with back problems
• Operates from December to April depending on snow and ice conditions
• Tour is subject to weather and safety conditions; route may vary