Northern Lights Snowshoeing Excursion from Kilpisjärvi in Enontekiö

Organized by Kilpissafarit Ky

Activity Snapshot

Spoken languages: Finnish, English
Minimum age: From 10 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: moderate More info
Opening seasons:
  • J
  • F
  • M
  • A
  • M
  • J
  • J
  • A
  • S
  • O
  • N
  • D

Activity description

Experience the wonder of the Northern Lights while snowshoeing on this 3-hour excursion from Kilpisjärvi in Enontekiö! Welcoming adventurers ages 10 and up.

The small village of Kilpisjärvi is located in the municipality of Enontekiö in northwestern Finland (Finnish Lapland). Situated above the Arctic Circle, this region is surrounded by vast wilderness areas, including forests, mountains, and lakes. In addition, it is a prime spot to take in the breathtaking colours of the Northern Lights. What better way to immerse yourself in the enchantment of the Arctic than viewing the Aurora Borealis while snowshoeing?

Your tour begins after being picked up from one of the listed meeting points in Kilpisjärvi (please specify when booking). From there, you will head to the Kilpissafarit base where you will be greeted by your experienced and friendly guide. Once you've put on all of your winter gear (thermal overalls, boots, wool socks, mittens, and a balaclava) and snowshoeing equipment (snowshoes and poles) you'll receive a safety briefing and an introduction to snowshoeing. Then, the fun starts! 

You and your group (a maximum of 20 people) will set out into the snow-covered landscapes of Kilpisjärvi in the company of your guide. With only your headlamp to light the way, you'll savour the tranquillity of Finnish Lapland's awe-inspiring wilderness. Midway through the excursion, you'll stop for a break and be treated to a hot drink and pastry as you marvel at the Arctic sky. Don't forget your camera, you don't want to miss the opportunity to capture incredible moments. At the end of the tour, you'll board the transfer back to the original departure point in Kilpisjärvi with memories that will last a lifetime! 

For an unforgettable adventure in Finland, don't miss this unique Northern Lights snowshoeing excursion from Kilpisjärvi in Enontekiö! 

Offer Description

Pick-up is offered from the following locations in Kilpisjärvi, please specify when booking:

- Santa's Hotel Rakka reception
- Tundrea reception
- Cahkal Hotel reception
- Majatalo Haltinmaa reception 
- Saivaara Mokit
- Kilpisjarven Retkeilykeskus 
- Kilpishalli 
- Arctic Polar reception
- TUNTURIMAJAT reception
- Lapland Hotels reception
- Saananmaja 

* If you are arriving to the meeting point from Norway, please be advised that there is a one-hour difference. Therefore, you will need to begin one hour in advance, as Norway and Finland have one-hour time difference.

Course of events

- Please arrive at the meeting point in Kilpisjärvi 15 minutes before the departure time

- Transfer

- Arrival at the Kilpissafarit base

- Meet your experienced guide

- Put on your winter gear (thermal overalls, boots, wool socks, balaclava, and mittens) and your snowshoes

- Safety briefing and introduction to snowshoeing techniques

- The adventure begins!

- Several stops to take photos

- Hot drink and pastry break

- The adventure continues!

- Return to the original departure point in Kilpisjärvi

Activity requirements

Please be advised that a minimum of 4 participants is required in order to run this activity. 

Special terms

Since the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed.

Included
  • Guide
  • Transfers from listed locations
  • Thermal overalls
  • Boots
  • Wool socks
  • Balaclava
  • Mittens
  • Snowshoes
  • Poles
  • Headlamp
  • Hot drink
  • Pastry
Excluded
  • Transfers from unlisted locations
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Scarf
  • Camera
  • Snacks
  • Water
100% secure payments
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Meeting point
Pick-up at your accommodations (please specify when booking) or meet at Kilpissafarit, Tsahkalluoktantie 14, 99490 Kilpisjärvi, Finland Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 10 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
10 days
Cancellation between 4 and 10 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
4 days
Cancellation 4 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule