6 Saariselka Ski Trips Worth Booking

1.Saariselkä: Snowshoeing Tour in Urho Kekkonen National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 91 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $88Our pick

Join Alessa, Rita, or another English or Finnish-speaking guide for a 2-hour, 4-hour, or evening snowshoe walk from Outdoor Expert Saariselkä. You will leave the marked routes, follow fresh snow conditions, look for arctic animal tracks, and finish with a warm drink.

“Our tour guide, Alessa (I hope I spelled her name right) was very knowledgable and waited for the group when someone wanted to take pictures. It was fun, but prepare for a full workout!”

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2.Saariselkä: Northern Lights Hunting Snowshoe Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 26 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $111

Join an English-speaking guide for a 2.5-hour snowshoe walk into Saariselkä’s dark, snow-covered forest. You’ll receive winter gear, learn the basics, stop for hot chocolate, and watch the sky for auroras. Guide Teemo has even pointed out wild-animal tracks along the way.

“It was an exciting experience. Unfortunately because of clouds we couldn't see the northern lights, nevertheless the tour was absolutely great.”

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3.Saariselkä: Cross-Country Ski Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $88Top rated

Meet Tiina or another English or Finnish-speaking instructor at Outdoor Expert Saariselkä, collect skis and poles, then learn classic or freestyle technique on the local track. The 1.5-hour private or small-group lesson suits first-timers and skiers fixing specific problems.

“The guide (Tiina, i think) i had was a lovely lady, she was patient and understanding of me being hard of hearing, also what I learned? braking is hard 😅”

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4.Saariselkä: Easy Ski Day Package

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 25 reviews · 1 day · from $157

You’ll meet a certified Finnish or English-speaking instructor for a 105-minute beginner lesson, then practice all day with skis, boots, poles, helmet, and lift access. The small group is limited to 10 people and suits complete beginners aged 11 and up.

“This package is not really for those who are skiing for the first time. The instructor could’ve been better. But, Amazing place to ski, snowboard. Toboggan track is the best and longest in the world and the most fun activity. The ski restaurant liegga laavu is lovely!”

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5.Saariselkä: Cross-Country Skiing for beginners

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 2 hours · from $88

Spend two hours learning classic cross-country skiing on Saariselkä’s marked trails. Your English-speaking guide, possibly Centi, Elena, Mikke, Mindaugas, or MJ, fits you with skis and boots, teaches the basics, and leads a small-group outing through the National Park.

“Amazing experience! Thanks to Centi for being a patient teacher and guide!”

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6.Snowshoe Trip for Ice Fishing in Saariselka

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 22 reviews · 6 hours · from $163

Join an English-speaking guide, such as Christina when she leads the trip, for a six-hour snowshoe walk near Saariselkä. Learn to fish through lake ice, warm up with drinks and snacks, and share a barbecue lunch by an open fire. Winter clothing and hotel pickup are included.

“We had an amazing guided tour in Lapland today. Our guide, Christina, was incredibly kind, attentive, and made us feel very well taken care of throughout the day. We had the chance to discover unique and beautiful places, enjoyed a stunning snowshoe walk, and shared lovely moments around the fire in a small hut during lunch. The discussions were warm and authentic, which made the experience even more special. Christina also gave us very helpful tips for surviving in Lapland (like not using the car’s handbrake!) and for making the most of our stay. She generously recommended great places to visit and excellent restaurants. A truly memorable experience! We highly…”

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