Snowshoeing in the Arctic Circle Forest
Overview
Discover the true Lapland nature by hiking through untouched snow blankets and under the trees covered in white - Snowshoeing, a traditional Lappish way of getting around, allows you to explore places inaccessible by foot during snowy time.
What's Included
- Snacks Cookies and berry juice
- Guidance is in English, other languages on request
- Use of thermal clothing during the safari (thermal overall, boots, gloves, woolen socks, a scarf)
Meeting and Pickup
Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the given meeting time.Pickup schedule: • Wild Nordic Safari Center, Joulupukintie 1 (30 min before the start) • Invisible Forest Lodge (50 min before the start) • Santasport, Hiihtomajantie 2 (60 min before the start) • Sky Ounasvaara Hotel, Juhanuskalliontie (60 min before the start) • Ounasvaara Chalets, Antinmukka 4 (70 min before the start) • Arctic TreeHouse Hotel, Tarvantie 3 (40 min before the start) •City Center: Wild Nordic Rovaniemi Pick Up Point - Valtakatu 35, 96200 on the sidewalk along Valtakatu street, there will be Wild Nordic sign (50 min before the start)Please contact us with the phone number +358500599999 in case of any questions
Joulupukintie 1
96930 Rovaniemi, Finland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Get up close and embrace the wonder of Lapland without the long transfers as we venture into the Arctic Circle Forest directly from our Safari Center in Rovaniemi. After receiving your thermal, winter gear and professional-grade snowshoes equipped with spikes, you'll embark on this spectacular snowshoeing tour, during which you'll be led through a picturesque landscape with an experienced guide that will tell you about the unique plants, animals and ecosystems that exist within the Lappish forests. If you're lucky, you may even find tracks and trails made by local animals in Rovaniemi. Ideal for the nature-lover seeking calmness and tranquility, this 2-hour tour also provides you with trail refreshments, including warm berry juice and cookies. The pace of this tour is always determined by the group's physical abilities and desires, with the possibility of booking a private tour for those seeking a more adventurous or relaxed experience. For those with younger children, a private booking is highly encouraged.
(Please note: Basic physical fitness is required for this tour and thus it’s not recommended for the smallest children or persons with remarkable physical limitations)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (1,5 - 2 hours of walking)
- Please let us know if there are any dietary restrictions, so we can prepare accordingly.
- It is the customer’s responsibility to know basic English in order to understand the instructions. If the customer does not understand any of the instructions, Wild Nordic shall reserve the right to refuse the customer ́s participation based on safety concerns and necessity to communicate in English during any emergency situation.
- All the pick-up times are subject to a 15-minute difference depending on the other participants joining the tours. Customers shall wait for their pick-up in the hotel reception area (or such other area as notified by Wild Nordic)
- Customers are highly encouraged to purchase personal travel insurance (which covers insurance for the activities to be participated
- Wild Nordic shall not be responsible for any valuables of the customers left in the public area while participating in the activities.
- Reservations: Tour reservation is considered confirmed when you receive a written confirmation including confirmation number from Wild Nordic. All bookings, changes and cancellations must be made by e-mail to Wild Nordic during business days on Monday - Friday at 09.00-16.00 Finnish time, minimum one day
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Snowshoeing in the Arctic Circle Forest?
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Activity code: C-38112P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Snacks. Cookies and berry juice.
- Guidance is in English, other languages on request.
- Use of thermal clothing during the safari (thermal overall, boots, gloves, woolen socks, a scarf).
The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Snowshoeing in the Arctic Circle Forest is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Snowshoeing in the Arctic Circle Forest will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksCookies and berry juice
- Guidance is in English, other languages on request
- Use of thermal clothing during the safari (thermal overall, boots, gloves, woolen socks, a scarf)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (1,5 - 2 hours of walking)
- Please let us know if there are any dietary restrictions, so we can prepare accordingly.
- It is the customer’s responsibility to know basic English in order to understand the instructions. If the customer does not understand any of the instructions, Wild Nordic shall reserve the right to refuse the customer ́s participation based on safety concerns and necessity to communicate in English during any emergency situation.
- All the pick-up times are subject to a 15-minute difference depending on the other participants joining the tours. Customers shall wait for their pick-up in the hotel reception area (or such other area as notified by Wild Nordic)
- Customers are highly encouraged to purchase personal travel insurance (which covers insurance for the activities to be participated
- Wild Nordic shall not be responsible for any valuables of the customers left in the public area while participating in the activities.
- Reservations: Tour reservation is considered confirmed when you receive a written confirmation including confirmation number from Wild Nordic. All bookings, changes and cancellations must be made by e-mail to Wild Nordic during business days on Monday - Friday at 09.00-16.00 Finnish time, minimum one day
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
