Top 15 Tours in Saariselkä

1.Aurora Hunting Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 325 reviews · 3 hours · from $163Our pick

Spend three hours chasing the Aurora from Saariselkä with an English-speaking guide such as Mikke, Eugene, Ivan, or Pavel. Your driver checks conditions and changes locations instead of waiting at one fixed stop. Hotel pickup, warm drinks, snacks, and professional-camera photos are included. Expect cold outdoor waits and no guarantee of clear skies.

“Pavel was a great guide, very knowledgeable and gave us a very enjoyable experience.”

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2.10KM Husky Safari with kennel visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 313 reviews · 4 hours · from $234

You drive your own husky sled on a 10-kilometer forest route near Veskoniemi, switching halfway with your partner. Afterward, meet the dogs and puppies at a small kennel, hear practical stories from guides such as Elena and Janna, and warm up with a drink. Transport and winter gear are included.

“Very knowledgeable host, dogs are happy and well looked after. Great length for experience of different terrains. Thoroughly enjoyed!”

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3.Snowmobile Ride with Hot Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 196 reviews · 2 hours · from $152

In Saariselkä, Safartica guides you from hotel pickup through winter gear, safety instruction, and a two-hour snowmobile ride over snowy hills and forest trails. Two people usually share one machine. Stop in the wilderness for hot berry juice, cookies, and photos. English-speaking guides such as David, Marianne, and Kaisa have helped first-timers ride with confidence.

“Great. Good guide and support. Smaller group and more off piste excitement would have been good! 🤩”

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4.Northern Lights Hunt Snowmobile Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 195 reviews · 5 hours · from $199

Drive a snowmobile through Inari's snowy forests after dark, then stop at a forest hut for fire-cooked snacks and hot drinks. Guides such as David, Marco, Sam, and Markus are praised for patient instruction and careful cold-weather checks. A valid driver's license is required to drive, and the Aurora is never guaranteed.

“We enjoyed a lot. Small group ride. We can not see the northern lights because was snowing but ride snowmobile in the snowing night is fun.”

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5.Auroras Northern Lights in Saariselka

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 176 reviews · 5 hours · from $175

Spend five hours chasing the aurora around Saariselkä with an English-speaking guide, warm winter gear, a fire-lit hut, BBQ snacks, and photo help. Guides such as Christina, Linda, Franzi, and Song have helped guests find clear skies, though sightings and shared photos depend on weather, solar activity, and luck.

“Linda was a great guide! Very cheerful, intelligent & very informative. She went above and beyond for for the whole crew ! I wasn’t a big fan of being crammed into their little place where we changed into the cold weather gear. I highly recommend this tour to everyone. Overall had a great time ! Thank you Linda!”

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6.Snowmobile Safari on Tundra with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 151 reviews · 3 hours · from $175

You’ll learn to handle a modern Lynx snowmobile, then follow an English-speaking guide through forest tracks and open snowfields near Saariselka. Guides such as Marco, Marko, Fabian, and Tommi are praised for clear instruction and careful pacing. A forest hut stop brings hot drinks, snacks, and fire-cooked food. Hotel transfers, winter gear, and boots are included.

“The experience was very amazing, the guide was perfect (It is not a bbq, but a snack.)”

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7.Northern Lights & Reindeer Sledding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 140 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $222

Meet Lapponia Tours in Saariselkä, then ride by minivan to a reindeer farm for a calm sleigh journey through the dark forest. Guides such as Eemeli, Nilla, Ansee, and Visa add local stories, songs, and reindeer lore around the campfire. Thermal clothing, hot drinks, snacks, and time to feed the animals are included. Aurora sightings depend on the weather.

“It was a great experience in Saariselka! And I recommend all of you have to join this tour😎Our tour guide Nilla was friendly, professional experience in sharing the knowledge of reindeer.And he willingly to help you in talking photo with reindeer ~it is my treasure 🕰️”

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8.Evening Snowmobile Tour with Fire & picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 127 reviews · 3 hours · from $183

Meet your English-speaking guide in Saariselkä, collect warm clothing, and ride a well-maintained snowmobile through snowy forests, swamps, and hills. You drive about 1.5 to 2 hours, usually sharing one machine with another adult. A fire stop brings grilled sausages, pastry, and hot drinks. Keep watching the sky for the aurora.

“The snowmobiles were super fun and easy to drive with great handbar heating. We got warm polar jumpsuits and gloves and tasty food by the fire in the kotta. The views were amazing, real arctic experience!”

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9.Aurora Photo Tour by Car with Transfer & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 116 reviews · 3 hours · from $135

Set out from your Saariselkä accommodation with an English-speaking guide to search for the aurora around northern Finland. The three-hour car tour includes hotel pickup, warm clothing, hot drinks, gingerbread cookies, photography advice, and an online gallery. You may see the lights, but cloud and solar conditions cannot be controlled.

“Unfortunately, the tour was disappointing. We did see the aurora; however, the driver didn’t show much enthusiasm, only driving for a while and stopping in a lay-by next to the road. There was some aurora activity, but the high tension cables above spoiled the occasion (as they would interfere with the view and -of course- with the pictures). The driver commented that “we don’t need to go elsewhere: we’ll see the same lights” (i’m paraphrasing, but that was the message). We knew that, but a search for a picturesque scenario (eg, the frozen lake Ukonjarvi ) would have made for a much better experience than stopping at the side of…”

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10.Arctic Trail Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 105 reviews · 2 hours · from $170

Ride your own calm Finnish horse through the forest near Saariselkä on a slow, beginner-friendly trail tour. Maria and the local team provide riding guidance, helmets, and nature commentary, with at least 60 minutes in the woods. Groups are limited to four, and hot drinks await you back at the farm.

“She was so sweet and she really cares about her horses! She knew there pecking order and was able to explain it all to us! It was cold but so worth it!”

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11.Snowshoeing Tour in Urho Kekkonen National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 91 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $88Best value

Meet your English- or Finnish-speaking guide at Outdoor Expert Saariselkä, near Urho Kekkonen National Park. Choose a 2-hour, 4-hour, or evening outing, then follow quiet, unmarked routes through deep snow. Guides such as Alessa and Rita adjust the pace for beginners and experienced walkers, with snowshoes, wildlife tracks, and a warm drink included.

“Very friendly people and nice walk through the wilderness. You really go off track and experience snow in the "old trapper way". I totally recommend this tour for people who enjoy an active adventure.”

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12.Saariselkä,Kakslauttanen: Aurora Hunting & Photography Tour.

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 58 reviews · from $154

Join ArcticTours for a three to three-and-a-half-hour Northern Lights hunt from Saariselkä, Kakslauttanen, or Kiilopää. Your English- or Finnish-speaking guide drives beyond village clouds and light pollution, searches for clearer skies, and takes public aurora photos. Small groups, warm transport, and flexible stops make this a practical choice for cold winter nights.

“Professional and friendly Guide, on time pick up, very knowledgeable guide and Jen loves what he is doing. I thank him for making this once in a life time experience memorable for us. Highly recommend. Thank you.”

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13.Full Day Adventure with Snowmobiles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 6 hours · from $289Top rated

Spend six hours riding snowmobiles through Finnish Lapland with a guide such as Kaisa, David, Marianne, or Elias. You will reach remote Arctic scenery, stop for soup cooked over a campfire, and cover a long route that may approach 100 kilometers. Drivers must be 18 or older with a valid B license.

“It was amazing! Kaisa was the best guide ever who took care of us very well and could tell a lot of interesting things. The views were amazing and the driving was fun. Lunch was also very good. It's quite expensive but really worth the money.”

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14.Guided Fatbike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $100

Start at the Saariselkä office and follow a guide onto snowy forest trails or more demanding fell routes. Choose a 2-hour or 4-hour outing, with an evening option available. You ride either an e-fatbike or bio fatbike, receive equipment and instruction, and stop for a warm drink. English and Finnish guidance is available.

“Our guide was very flexible in taking us on the tour depending on the weather. (We had a huge snowfall the night before) she also instructed on which settings to use on different terrain. It was great for beginners. For those who wanted to go faster, we could also let her know, and she would adjust accordingly. But beware of others who signs up in your group which may not be as seasoned cyclists. But all in all, it was SO much fun!!!! A must do in Saariselkä if you like a little bit of activity! High recommend!”

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15.Snowmobile Adventure for Adults

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 29 reviews · 3 hours · from $198

Spend three hours driving a snowmobile through Saariselkä’s quieter Arctic tracks with an English-speaking guide. You’ll share a machine with one other adult, stop for hot drinks and photos, and receive warm clothing, a helmet, transport, and driving instruction. Adults need a valid B-category license. The pace can vary, so ask about the route if speed matters to you.

“Fantastic experience. Never driven a snowmobile before and loved it. Our guide was great and we barely noticed how cold it was. May have to do it again :)”

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