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Winter Wilderness Harriniva - Tailormade

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Winter Wilderness Harriniva - Tailormade

Activities Abroad offer a wide range of daily and longer safaris in North-West Lapland. Tailor-made programmes allow you to design your own winter holiday, 230kms north of the Arctic Circle in Harriniva. Simply decide when you want to travel and for how long then match your stay to the activities available. Actvities include, Husky Safaris, Reindeer Safaris, Snowmobile Safaris, Snowshoeing, Horse Riding in the Snow and more. All activities include tuition where required, supervision from qualified instructors and all equipment.

Special Offers

Activities Abroad New 2008 Winter brochure

Request the new 2008 Winter family Activity brochure. Call Activities Abroad to book or enquire on 01670 785 010, and quote 'Take the Family'.

When
Any time between 15 November 2007 and 30 April 2008. You decide, when you go and the length of your trip.
Stay
Hotel: This family-run hotel has 64 Scandinavian style en-suite bedrooms. Most rooms accommodate 2 or 3 people but there are some larger bedrooms suitable for families. The hotel has 3 cosy dining rooms (including one with a log fire) and a recently built pub, ideal for those pre-dinner aperitifs. Naturally, this being Finland, there are two large saunas and a family sauna within the main building. For a bit of pampering, the Aurora Wellness Centre offers therapies such as massages, dry cupping, peat treatments and a variety of facials. On the riverbank there are 2 hot jacuzzis, 2 steam baths, an ice hole (for the very brave!) and a relaxation room. There is even a husky farm just 2 minutes walk from the hotel entrance. For Overnight husky, snowmobile and reindeer safaris you will stay a night in the Wilderness Cabins. Despite being rather basic (no electricity or running water) they are comfortable and cosy, especially once dinner is cooking over the open fire. The cabins are generally so remote that there is little or no light pollution creating the best possible chance of seeing a spectacular display of the Aurora Borealis. Despite their far-flung locations, there is always a sauna in the cabins - after all, this is Scandinavia!
Price
from £635 per adult and £495 per child, dep 15 to 30 November, to £735 per adult and £515 per child, dep 01 to 29 Feb, for three nights. Extra nights cost from £70 to £80 per adult, and £40 per child. Price includes, return flights from Heathrow to Kittila (via Helsinki), return airport transfers, 3 nts hotel room on half board, and all equipment including thermo-overalls, socks, mittens, boots and warm hat.
Itinerary
Options
Cross-Country Skiing
You will receive ample tuition before trying a short skiing trip. Guiding, equipment and hot drink included.
Hetta Village and Snow Castle
You transfer to Hetta Village (50kms) where you will get
a guided tour of the Nature Centre, visit the Snow Castle and have lunch at the restaurant. Transfers, guides, Snow Castle entrance fee and lunch all included.
Horse Riding in the Snow
Suitable for beginners. Your horseback ride takes you into the silent and snowy forest. Magical!
Snowshoeing
If you’ve tried walking through deep snow you will know that you simply sink up to your waist. Snowshoes may look like tennis racquets but they allow you to walk easily across the snow making your two hour trek immensely enjoyable. A warm drink is included.
Husky Safaris
All our safaris include a tour of the Sled Dog Centre where you will learn about the huskies’ lives before setting out on your “mush”.
9km Husky Safari
An introductory 9km safari lasting approximately one hour. Two people share a sled and dog team. Guides, instruction and equipment included.
17km Husky Safari
A 17km safari lasting approximately two hours. Two people share a sled and dog team. Guides, instruction and equipment included.
25km Husky Safari
A 25km safari includes lunch by a campfire out “on the trail”. Duration is approximately five hours. One person per sled and dog team. Guides, instruction, lunch and equipment included.
Overnight Husky Safari
Two days of sheer heaven as you drive and care for your own team of huskies. Approximately 25km per day with one person per sled and dog team. Guides, instruction, 2 lunches, 1 dinner, overnight in a wilderness cabin and equipment included.
Reindeer Safaris
The Lapp people have herded reindeer for centuries and they remain an integral part of life in Lapland to this day. Our reindeer trips aim to illustrate both the importance of these incredibly versatile animals as well as taking you on a reindeer-pulled safari through the snow.
Reindeer Safari (Torassieppi Village)
You will visit the Lapland Manor where you will learn about the Lappish way of life and a year in the life of a reindeer. This is followed by a 3km safari with lunch, coffee and cake served in a warm kota (teepee).
Reindeer Safari (Liepima Village)
You will visit a local reindeer farm where the herders will tell you about the animals and their importance in Lapp culture. After learning to lasso your reindeer you start a 10km safari pausing for coffee and cake by an open fire.
Snowmobile Safaris
You must be at least 15 years old and possess a full driving licence to drive a snowmobile. All snowmobile safaris include a safety briefing and instruction and are based on 2 people per snowmobile.
20km Snowmobile Night Safari
Headlamps are on full as you enter the snowy forest for a 2 hour night safari but with any luck it will be the Northern Lights that illuminate your path. Hot drinks will be served around a campfire.
30km Snowmobile Safari
The perfect introduction to the snowy winter landscapes.
50km Snowmobile Safari
3.5 hours of exhilaration and fabulous scenery as you drive over frozen lakes and through snow covered forests. A hot drink around a campfire is included.
Overnight Snowmobile Safari
It doesn’t get more exciting than this. Speeding across the magical winter scenery of Fell Lapland close to the Pallas-Yllas National Park and travelling between 80 and 100kms per day. The safari includes two campfire lunches, dinner and a night in a wilderness cabin.

Ways to Book

By Telephone

To speak to one of Activities Abroad's family experts, to receive a quote or to book, please call and quote 'Take the Family'.

Telephone

01670 785 010

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