DEPARTURE / ARRIVAL TO YLLÄS NAT. PARK
For a smooth arrival to Lapland, transfers from Kittilä airport (KTT) are arranged by our team. Based on your time of arrival, your guide will drive you to your own wooden cabin (check-in from 15:00). They will introduce you the area and make sure that you feel like home in your vacation place. A transfer to the supermarket can also be arranged at the beginning or during your stay, as the closest supermarket is located 15min away (larger stores are 25min away).
Transfers from Rovaniemi can also be arranged (not included in this package) - please contact our team.
YOUR COTTAGES
Our two private wooden cottages are nestled just at the limit of the national park on the shore of the peaceful Lainiojoki river. They offer comfortable bedrooms, fully-equipped kitchens, living room areas, saunas and hot tubs, and much more! At night, when the sky is clear, it is usually possible to observe the auroras from the balcony or the hot tub!
The surrounding nature offers an idyllic setting all year round and a perfect playground for all outdoor-enthusiasts. Especially in Winter, the cross-country ski tracks start from the end of the yard, while in Summer the river is a delicacy for fishermen and kayakers.
Bedrooms available in SUVANTO Cottage (4-5 people) :
- a double bed in a private alcove
- two single beds and a sofa-bed in the large bedroom upstairs
Bedrooms available in LAINIOKOSKI Cottage (8 people) :
- a double bed
- two twin bedrooms
- two single beds in a private alcove
Towels and bed linens are provided. Parking available.
ACTIVITY PROGRAM
- Northern Lights Photography Hunting Tour (photos included) : This guided tour is a proper aurora hunting experience! We will depart from your chalet and drive in the most promising direction (based on a long analysis of the weather by your dedicated guide before the tour starts). We will stop as many times as needed to regularly check the sky and discover more of Lapland landscapes. You will receive all the pictrures in high quality after the holiday. Duration : 4h.
- Visit to a traditional reindeer farm & sleigh ride 2km : Reindeer sleigh rides were traditionally a way of transportation for loads and passengers in Lapland. Nowadays, certain skillful herders continue training their most skilled reindeers to perpetuate this tradition. As you are enjoying a romantic ride, you will be taken through the forests and other typical snowy landscapes of Lapland. Duration : 2h30 (around 30min safari).
- Husky sleigh ride 10km (small-group) : Visit a family-sized husky kennel near the cottages, in the middle of Lapland wilderness, meet the mushers, learn how to drive your own Alaskan husky dog team and embark on a great thrilling adventure! Duration of the ride : around 40min. Total duration : 2h30
- Full Arctic Adventure / Ice-Fishing on a Frozen Lake : Ice fishing has been part of local culture in the Far North for centuries. Traditionnally it was one of the rare ways to get food in wintertime when the conditions are the roughest. You will be shown the basics of ice-fishing, how to drill your hole in the ice, and the different techniques to catch a fish. If you are lucky and get a good catch, your guide will even show you how to prepare it! The tour is combined with a small snowshoe hike. Duration: around 3-4h.
- Snowshoeing to the top of the Fell (adapted to levels) : Snowshoeing is a great way to immerse yourself in nature, because it allows you to go off the beaten path and get to places that you cannot reach by car or on foot. This snowshoe experience will offer your guide the opportunity to teach you more about the surrounding nature, local life, how to survive in the Arctic and so many other things. All of this while you climb to the top of the fell to enjoy panoramic views from the summit! Duration : around 5-6h.
- Cook a local meal :Complete your Lappish experience with a local cuisine workshop prepared by your guide. Learn about what grows in Lappish forests, and how the locals use it to complement their diet. Try reindeer, salmon, and local squeeky cheese while preparing delicious meals together with your guide! Duration : around 2h00.
- Visit to Snow Village (by Minivan or Ski) : Visit Snow Village – a unique place built entirely from snow and ice. Rooms are decorated with snow and ice sculptures, and illuminated with colourfull lights to bring the arrangments together. The Village is located very close to your chalet, so if you are feeling adventurous, you can ask your guide to take you there with trekking skis! Duration : 3-5h.
- Snowmobile ride experience (small-group or private) : Join a Snowmobile Adventure where you will be able to drive your own snowmobile through the snow covered forest all the way up to the fell or to an easier track, driving in the forest and on frozen marsh. Snowmobile ride : around 1h30. Total duration (with transfers & instructions) : 3 hours
- e-Fatbike ride in the national park : Enjoy a pleasant Private e-fatbike ride in the snowy national park! With your electric fatbike, you can ride without limits : the fat tires and powerful electric engine allow you to enjoy easy rides on snowy trails! We offer different trail options for this tour, with various levels. Duration : around 3 hours.
- Cross-country skiing in the national park : Yllästunturi national is the largest cross-country ski resort in Finland with approx. 300km of ski tracks. With your guide, you can learn the basics of cross-country skiing (classic or skating techniques) and enjoy a lovely tour in the national park. This is a very local way of enjoying the beautiful nature. You will be geared up at the local rental store (included in price) and be provided with instructions and techniques from your own guide. This tour is mostly adapted to beginners (for experienced cross-country skiers, we recommend an independent session on your own as you may not need a guide). Duration : around 3-4 hours including transportation
- Day trip to Levi : Enjoy the largest downhill ski resort in Finland, located 35min away from your cottage. You may thrill with a downhill skiing day, but may also opt for a relaxing experience at Levi SpaWorld, or a cultural visit of Samiland Museum. This day trip option needs to be requested separately.
- Local supermarket session : Arrange a shopping session at the supermarket in Kittilä (around 25min away) to get everything you need for a stress-free holiday. Your guide will arrange transfers from/back to the cottage. They can also assist you with local specialties and share about Finnish culinary culture in order to transform this basic need moment into a valuable local food experience! Duration : 2-3 hours
- Hot tub session at the cottage : Enjoy a relaxing moment at your cottage with a warm hot tub directly on the terrace. For safety reason, the hot tub must be prepared by the guide. It takes approximately 4 hours for the hot tub to be lit and at a good temperature. The exact session can be scheduled in accordance with your guide during your holidays. The hot tub can be used for 2 to 3 days, once prepared.
