Traditional Forest Ski Excursion from Ylläs

Experience the wilderness of Finnish Lapland in the same way that Arctic inhabitants have done for centuries on this amazing traditional forest ski excursion from Ylläs! Located in western Finnish Lapland, Ylläs is well-known for being a great ski resort, but also a place where you can enjoy snowshoeing, snowmobiling, Northern Lights chases and more.

On the day of your forest ski excursion from Ylläs, you'll have the chance to be picked up in a few well-located spots around the village, or arrive at the Safartica headquarters at least 15 minutes before the starting time of your excursion. There, you'll meet your expert instructor, who will distribute the thermal suits, winter boots, woollen socks, scarves, beanies and gloves to keep you warm throughout the experience, as well as the skis and poles so you can strap in. Once you're all geared up, your instructor will give you a thorough safety briefing and a quick introduction to forest skiing, so you can quickly learn how to handle yourself.

Once you're ready, it's time to go! You'll walk around 7 to 8 kilometres of snowy, Arctic expanse, exploring beautiful forests and skiing across frozen lakes, all the while admiring the stunning landscapes of Finnish Lapland. You will learn about local fauna and flora from your instructor, and they'll show you how to recognise animal tracks along the way. Once it's time, your instructor will lead you to a kota (traditional Lappish teepee), so you can enjoy a delicious meal that will include a reindeer tortilla wrap, a typical Lappish dessert, and hot drinks by the fire.

This amazing experience requires good physical condition, seeing as you'll need to be able to handle yourself on the skis and travel around 7 to 8 kilometres of snowy expanse. Other than that, all you need to do to embark on this wonderful adventure is bring warm winter clothing to wear under the suit your instructor will lend you, comfortable shoes, and anything else you might need (medication, snacks, etc.) to spend around 6 hours on this amazing traditional forest ski excursion in Ylläs!

If you're a nature lover and would like to immerse yourself in the peaceful, breathtaking landscapes of Finnish Lapland, this traditional forest ski excursion from Ylläs is perfect for you. Book now!