Activity Snapshot
Activity description
Discover the thrill of snowmobiling in the Arctic wilderness of Finnish Lapland and reaching the top of the Ylläs Fell on this 3-hour snowmobile safari. Welcoming ages 13 and up!
The Ylläs Fell is situated in the Ylläs-Pallas National Park, which is often referred to as the "heart of Lapland". An iconic natural feature in the region, Ylläs consists of two main peaks: Yllästunturi in the north (718 metres above sea level) and Kesänkijärvi in the south (630 metres above sea level). The Ylläs Fell is the northern peak and is the higher of the two.
For your convenience, you can choose between being picked up from listed locations or meeting onsite (please specify when booking). Once you are outfitted in your winter gear, which includes thermal overalls, boots, wool socks, a scarf, a hat, and gloves, you will receive a safety briefing and an introduction to snowmobiling from your experienced guide. Then, with your helmet on, the adventure begins!
You and your group (a maximum of 15 participants) will set out into the Arctic wilderness on a 25 km (15.5 mile) journey into the Arctic wilderness. Travelling at high speeds, you're in for an adrenaline rush like none other. Once you've reached the summit of the Ylläs Fell, you're in for some breathtaking panoramic views reaching as far as Sweden. Don't forget to bring your camera, you won't want to miss these incredible photo opportunities.
While enjoying the scenery, you'll be treated to a hot beverage and delicious pastry at a charming restaurant. An excellent way to warm up and savour the moment! Your snowmobiling safari continues through snow-capped forests or frozen marshes, depending on the weather conditions. You'll board the transfer back to your original departure point, contented with your time spent outdoors in beautiful Finnish Lapland.
Don't miss this fun-filled snowmobile safari to the top of the Ylläs Fell and book your next adventure in Finland today!
Transfers are offered from the following locations, please specify when booking.
- Ylläs Lake Hotel (at the reception area)
- Lapland Hotels Saaga (at the reception area)
Course of events
* Participants can choose between listed pick-up locations or meet at the Hotel Ylläsrinne, please specify when booking
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the departure time
- Transfer
- Meet your experienced guide
- Put on your gear (thermal overalls, boots, scarf, gloves, hat, wool socks, and helmet)
- Safety briefing and introduction to snowmobiling
- The adventure begins!
- Travel to the top of the Ylläs Fell
- Warm drink and pastry break
- Return to the original departure point
Activity requirements
Please note that a minimum of 2 participants are required to run this tour.
In addition, each person driving a snowmobile must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driver's license (B). Please remember to take your driver's license with you.
This excursion features 2 persons per snowmobile.
Special terms
Please be advised that the snowmobile driver is held liable for any damages caused to the vehicle. Personal self-liability is max. 900 €/person/snowmobile/case of accident. By purchasing a 15 € self-liability insurance before the start of the safari, you reduce the amount of self-liability down to max. 150 €/person/snowmobile/case of accident. Self-liability insurance is personal and valid in one snowmobile safari.
- Guide
- Transfer from listed meeting points
- Thermal overalls
- Boots
- Wool socks
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf
- Helmet
- Warm drinks
- Pastry
- Transfers outside of listed meeting points
- Warm clothing layers
- Camera
