Juutua Arctic Aurora Adventure

  • Lapland/Finland, Saariselka

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Our Juutua Arctic Aurora Adventure Packages are a fantastic option for couples, families and friends wanting to experience Lapland to the fullest without the hassle of organising everything yourself. We offer two distinct packages, 3-night short breaks (Tuesday-Friday) and 4-night long weekends (Friday-Tuesday), both with varying included itineraries that are full of unique arctic activities. Located in Inari, a short coach transfer from Ivalo airport, you’ll be surrounded by snowy wilderness right in the heart of the arctic circle - making for an unbeatable winter holiday.

Whats included in our Juutua short break?

  • Return BA flights from London Gatwick to Ivalo ​
  • Short airport transfers from Ivalo to Wilderness Hotel Juutua (approx. 40 mins)​
  • 3 or 4-nights’ accommodation at the Wilderness Hotel Juutua ​
  • Full board meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner​
  • Winter outdoor thermal clothing and boots
  • A range of winter activities included with your stay 

Our 3-night package runs from Tuesday to Friday and our 4-night package runs from Friday to Tuesday.

Wilderness Hotel Juutua

Located along the shores of Juutua River in the Sámi Village Inari, this hotel offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and authentic Lappish charm. Having served guests for over 80 years, Hotel Juutua is the second oldest hotel in the whole of Lapland. The hotel has recently been renovated including all the bedrooms and an expansion to the hotels restaurant ‘Aanaar’. Enjoy breakfast and dinner alongside incredible scenery as you dine on the riverbank. 

Included arctic activities 

Whether you're staying 3 or 4 nights you'll have a whole host of exciting activities included in your holiday. You'll receive your full itinerary of activities when you arrive in resort. 

3 night stays include a snowmobile safari, husky safari, aurora camp, aurora workshop, a visit to Siida Saami museum and an arctic sauna and jacuzzi experience. 

4 night stays include a snowmobile safari with lunch, husky safari, aurora camp, meet the reindeer and a gentle snowshoe trip.

Husky Sleigh 

3 & 4 night stays: Mush your team of dogs on an exciting adventure through icy forests and across snowy fells. Meet the eager team of huskies before gliding through the incredible arctic landscape. Each sledge is shared between two people - one of you will start off driving the team of huskies, while the other sits in the sleigh and you'll have the chance to swap half way. 

Aurora Camp 

3 & 4 night stays: Head out into the wilderness of Lake Inari and experience the beauty of the night sky without light pollution. You’ll have the opportunity to try and catch the Northern Lights as you take a snowmobile drawn sleighride to the Aurora campsite where you’ll hear stories about the Aurora Borealis over a hot drink by the fire.

Snowmobile Safari 

3 night stays: Experience the thrill of snowmobiling through the arctic tundra. Fly across frozen lakes and zip between untouched snow-covered trees. Each snowmobile is shared between two people and you'll have the chance to change drivers half way. 

4 night stays: Enjoy a longer safari that includes lunch. Spend the day like a local and have fun on this exploring Arctic wilderness by snowmobile. All snowmobiles are shared, with one of you driving and the other enjoying the ride as a passenger. Half way, you'll stop for lunch around an open fire, and have the chance to switch drivers if you like .

Remember you'll need to show your valid driving licence in order to drive the snowmobiles. 

SIIDA Sámi Museum & Nature Centre 

3 night stays: Learn about the rich and varied history of the Sámi people and their role in modern day Lapland. Explore the nature centre to find out more about Northern Lapland's flora and fauna. Visit the local handicrafts shop for a special souvenir. 

Aurora Workshop

3 night stays: Learn everything there is to know about the natural phenomenon that is the Northern Lights. Take your own camera with you and get the best settings optimised for photographing this incredible light display.

Arctic Sauna Visit and Jacuzzi 

3 night stays: Warm up and watch the snowy day go by from the warmth of the sauna. You’ll even have access to a jacuzzi overlooking the rapids of Juutua River.

Meet the Reindeer

4 night stays: Head over to the local reindeer farm to meet some of the herders and their reindeer. Reindeer are an important part of Lappish culture and this excursions gives you the opportunity to learn everything there is to know about Finland’s favourite furry companion.

Gentle Snowshoe 

4 night stays: Take a gentle, scenic stroll through beautiful snowy surroundings with a knowledgeable guide who will share stories about the local animals and nature.

Saariselka

  • Located in the Arctic Circle
  • Europe's most northern ski resort 
  • 18.5 kilometres of slopes available for skiing and snowboarding 
  • Unbeatable snow coverage all season

Located in the wild mystical north of Lapland, Saariselkä is an exceptionally friendly, uncommercialised resort with a unique frontier atmosphere. With magnificent Arctic wilderness scenery just on the doorstep, it makes an ideal resort for an all-round winter wonderland adventure. The skies are often a deep hue of pink and purple, the pine trees heavily laden with snow, and being so far north there is a good possibility of seeing the Northern Lights too. In Saariselkä, you're deep in Sámi country, where many people from the indigenous community of Lapland live and work today.

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Arctic skiing and activity holidays in Saariselkä

Saariselkä is Europe's most northern ski resort and is renowned for its excellent cross-country ski trails in the adjoining National Park. In Saariselkä there are over 200 kilometres of cross country ski tracks, 34 of which are illuminated - so you can make the most of these tracks despite the polar nights. The general ski area is spread across the Iisakkipää and Kaunispää fells and is best suited for beginners and intermediates. The ski schools here speak English and all of the slopes lead back to the same area in the valley where you'll be able to warm up in the café or by a campfire.

Apart from skiing, Saariselkä offers a range of winter excursions that'll make you Lapland holiday complete. There'll be plenty of opportunities for reindeer and husky sleigh safaris as well as snowmobiling, snow shoeing and many more exciting activities! On holidays during November and December you'll even have the chance to meet Santa

Northern lights adventures

Staying in Saariselkä, you can experience one of our unique Northern lights adventures. Book a '7 Night Adventure' at the Muotka Wilderness Lodge where you'll receive a set itinerary filled with fun winter excursions like husky sledding, snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Alternatively if you can't decide where you want to stay, combine the northern lights adventure with a visit to Saariselkä resort centre with our 'Muotka 2-Centre Adventure' for the best of both worlds. We also offer single night excursions if you would prefer - for a really memorable experience sleep under the magical night sky in a cosy Aurora Cabin.

Where to stay in Saariselkä

We offer a range of hotels and apartments in Saariselkä, all located in the centre of resort so you'll have easy access to everything you'll need during your stay. The Holiday Club Hotel couldn't be better located for enjoying the amazing arctic activities in Lapland. 

Feel like adding a touch of luxury to your trip? We'd recommend staying in the Star Arctic Hotel or the Top Star Glass Cubes. Both of these stylish accommodations are located on top of the fell so are the perfect choice if you're hoping to catch a glimpse of the Northern lights. 

What's included in an Inghams holiday to Saariselkä

On an Ingham's Lapland holiday you'll have your flights, transfers and accommodation, plus thermal suits and boots included. All you'll need to do is decide which activities you want to add on. Skiers and boarders can add on lift passes, equipment and lessons with us too. Our Ingham's Representatives based in Saariselkä are also on hand to help you make the most of your Lapland holiday - if you need any advice, tips or assistance while you're away, they will be there to help. 

Did you know that if you book a 7 night holiday to Lapland in December you can also visit Santa in his home?

Simply pick up and purchase the Visit Santa's Home excursion at the time of booking and the whole family can enjoy a group meeting with Santa, a gift for children, feed and pet Santa's reindeer and see how Elf Smith sends presents around the world! Warm up inside with hot drinks and ginger biscuits.

Every 7 night holiday to Lapland departing before Christmas includes a magical festive feast! For even more festive fun, why not indulge yourself in a reindeer sleigh ride or dash through enchanting snow-laden forests on a snowmobile or husky safari!

Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Mountain facts
Ski area 12 km
Runs 6 5 1
Longest run 1 Km
Snowparks

1 snowpark.

Lifts Drag lifts 4, Chairlifts 1, Cablecars 0
Slope direction N,E,W
Ski/resort bus True
Rooms

Rooms

Wilderness rooms sleep up to two people. These rooms have double beds and a bathroom with shower. These rooms have a cosy atmosphere and are located in the main hotel building.

Arctic rooms sleep up to two people. These spacious premium rooms have a modern Lappish design. They have either twin or double beds and a bathroom with shower. Arctic rooms are located in a separate building a short walk from the main reception and restaurant building. 

Bedroom facilities:

  • Wi-Fi
  • Toiletries
  • Kettle
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels 
  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • Access ramp: No

Longitude: 27.0046953
Latitude: 68.906381

 

Wilderness Hotel Juutua is located approx. 40 minutes from Ivalo Airport. 

Facilities
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Restaurant 
  • Lounge area
  • Sauna and jacuzzi 

Included excursions: 

3 night trips - 

  • Snowmobile safari (approx. 2 hours)
  • Husky safari (approx. 3 hours)
  • Aurora camp (approx. 3 hours)
  • Aurora workshop (approx. 1 hour)
  • Visit to Siida – Saami Museum (approx. 3 hours)
  • Arctic sauna visit with jacuzzi (approx. 1.5 hours)

4 night trips - 

  • Snowmobile safari with outdoor lunch (approx. 4 hours)
  • Husky safari (approx. 3 hours)
  • Aurora camp (approx. 3 hours)
  • Meet the reindeer (approx. 1.5 hours)
  • Gentle snowshoe trip (approx. 2 hours)
Meals

Wilderness Hotel Juutua is offered on a full board basis with breakfast, lunch and dinner included in your stay. 

Meals are served in the Aanaar restaurant, which values fine dining and tells the story of the northern wilderness through award-winning cuisine. 

The kitchen creates dishes unique to Lapland, so you can expect to try some of the local cuisine during your stay, including fish from Lake Inari. 

Board basis options available

  • Full Board

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£3658
per person from £1829
14/01/2025 - 3 nights
2 adults
From London Gatwick
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Juutua Arctic Aurora Adventure
Saariselka
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