Ice Fishing Excursion by Snowmobile and Sleigh on the Ivalo River from Ivalo
Discover a fun, family-friendly experience in the beautiful Finnish Lapland region on this ice fishing excursion by snowmobile and sleigh from Ivalo!
Practical information
Embark on a wonderful adventure and discover what it's like to fish on a frozen river on this amazing 3.5-hour ice fishing excursion by snowmobile and sleigh on the Ivalo River from Ivalon! Enjoy:
- Fishing for grayling, whitefish, pike, and perch
- The thrill of driving/riding a snowmobile or a snowmobile-pulled sleigh
- The peaceful atmosphere of Finnish Lapland
Course of events
You should plan to spend around 4 hours on this activity:
- Pick up at your accommodations in Ivalo or arrival at the meeting point by yourself
- Instroduction to your instructor
- Winter gear distribution and preparation
- Safety briefing and snowmobile instructions
- Start your snowmobile or sleigh ride to Ivalo River!
- Reach the fishing spot
- Fishing equipment distribution
- Drill a hole in the ice and start ice fishing!
- Build a bonfire and prepare snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you warm
- Return to the meeting point on the snowmobile
- Equipment return
- Drop off at your accommodations and end of the activity
Activity requirements
Snowmobile drivers must have a valid driver's license. Please bring a physical copy to the activity.
The minimum height to ride or drive a snowmobile is 135cm (4.4 ft). If a child or participant does not fulfil this requirement, your instructor offers transportation on a sleigh pulled by their snowmobile.
Special terms
Your instructor includes a transportation service from Ivalo to the meeting point in the price of the activity. Please get in touch with them once your reservation has been confirmed to set up a meeting time and place. The pick-up service starts 45 minutes before the starting time of the activity, and your instructos can pick you up from the following locations:
- Arctic River resort, Ivalo
- Aurora Village, Ivalo
- Guesthouse Husky, Ivalo
- Gáldu Hotel & Spa, Saariselka
- Holiday Club Saariselka, Saariselka
- Holiday Village Inari, Inari
- Hotel Inari, Inari
- Hotel Ivalo, Ivalo
- Hotel Kultahippu, Ivalo
- Hotel Kultahovi, Inari
- Ivalo Bus Station, Ivalo
- Ivalo River Camp & Resort, Ivalo
- Lapland Hotels Riekonlinna, Saariselka
- Northern Lights Village, Saariselka
- Santa's Hotel Tunturi, Saariselka
- Star Arctic Hotel, Saariselka
- Ukonjärvi Holiday Village, Ivalo
- Wilderness Hotel Inari, Inari
- Wilderness Hotel Lapinleuku, Ivalo
- Wilderness Hotel Nangu, Ivalo
- Wilderness Hotel, Saariselkä
This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity depend on weather conditions. Due to unforeseen meteorological occurrences, your itinerary might be shorter or take a different path than usual for your safety.
Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.
Included
- Transportation to the meeting point (see special terms)
- Experienced and certified instructor
- Thermal overalls
- Shoes
- Gloves
- Balaclava
- Snowmobile
- Helmet
- Ice fishing equipment (ice auger, fishing rod, line, bait)
- Hot drinks and snacks
- Bonfire
- Snowmobile-pulled sleigh
Excluded
- Personal expenses
- Full meal
Do not forget to bring
- Warm winter clothing (Thermal layers, wind and waterproof outerwear)
- Snow boots or comfortable winter shoes
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf
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If you're looking for a half-day adventure in the wilderness of Finnish Lapland, this wonderful ice fishing excursion by snowmobile and sleigh on the Ivalo River from Ivalo is perfect for you! Located in northeastern Finland, Ivalo is surrounded by incredible Arctic landscapes. When you visit, you'll have the opportunity to spot beautiful pine forests and wildlife such as reindeer, foxes, and rabbits running around. With snowy winters and beautiful natural landscapes all around, this amazing village is ideal for experiencing everything that the Arctic winter has to offer.
On the day of your ice fishing excursion by snowmobile and sleigh on the Ivalo River, your instructor offers a transportation service from various locations around Ivalo (please check special terms). You can also arrive at the Northern Lights Riders headquarters by yourself. Once there, your instructor will distribute the thermal overalls, shoes, gloves, and balaclavas, so you can gear up. When you're ready, your instructor will give you a thorough safety briefing and teach you exactly how to drive a snowmobile over the snow, or show you to the sleigh that can take you around the snowy landscapes of Finnish Lapland.
Once you feel prepared, it's time to go! You'll drive over to the Ivalo River and toward a special fishing spot chosen by your instructor based on their extensive knowledge of the area and its fishing patterns. When you get there, your instructor will distribute the fishing rods, lines, and bait, and teach you how to use the auger to drill a hole in the ice to put your line through. As you relax in the peaceful Arctic surroundings of Ivalo, you'll fish for pike, perch, whitefish, or grayling, which are the most common species in the region. As you wait for the fish to bite, you'll help your instructor build a bonfire and then heat up some drinks and snacks to keep you warm.
Keep in mind that temperatures in the Arctic can range from 5 to -30 degrees Celsius, so to prepare for this wonderful ice fishing excursion by snowmobile and sleigh from Ivalo, your instructor recommends bringing wool or thermal under layers, good middle layers, and a winter jacket that you can wear under the thermal suit if it's very cold. Snowmobile drivers should also bring a physical copy of their driver's license.
Immerse yourself in the incredible landscapes of Finnish Lapland and discover an ancient Arctic tradition with an expert. Book your ice fishing excursion by snowmobile and sleigh on the Ivalo River from Ivalo today!