Nilikuru - Lapland
The Nilikuru cabins are located in Saariselkä, 200 km north of the Arctic Circle, in a privileged natural enclave surrounded by pristine and untouched Lapland wilderness. The hills of Saariselkä offer an unparalleled Arctic landscape, surrounded by snowy forests and frozen lakes. It's a perfect place to explore on a snowmobile, take rides on husky or reindeer sleighs, visit Santa Claus in his forest home... or simply enjoy nature. You might even have the chance to see the stunning Northern Lights. Welcome to Lapland! We look forward to your visit!
Saariselkä, a municipality located over 200 km north of the Arctic Circle, in a privileged natural setting, is the white paradise of Lapland. Its hills reveal an unmistakable Arctic landscape, surrounded by magnificent frozen lakes and numerous snow-covered forests. Within a short distance, you'll find the Saariselkä alpine ski resort, perfect for skiers of all levels. The opinions of countless travelers who have been able to enjoy this wonderful experience are undoubtedly our greatest guarantee.
Day 1. Seville / Ivalo / Saariselkä
Arrival at our destination. Presentation at the airport. Meet with Catai staff who will assist you with the simple check-in procedures. Departure on a special direct flight to Ivalo. Snack included on board. Meet your guide and transfer to Saariselkä (approx. 30 min.). Arrival. Upon arrival in Saariselkä, we will collect the thermal equipment that we can use throughout our stay in Lapland. Once settled, we will enjoy a delicious welcome dinner delivered to our cabin. Accommodation.
Day 2. Saariselkä: Husky Safari
Catered breakfast delivered to your cabin. We will begin our adventure in Lapland with an excursion that will remain in our memories for a long time. We will have the opportunity to drive a sled pulled by a team of husky dogs, just like real mushers. Well-trained huskies can pull up to seven times their own weight. Their handlers will share many more interesting facts with us before we embark on the ride. We will enjoy a light lunch during the excursion. The afternoon is free, and you can take advantage of it to go downhill skiing at the Saariselkä alpine ski resort, located a short distance from our accommodation. It is easy to ski there, and in just a couple of hours, you can enjoy many runs as there are usually no queues at the lifts. Saariselkä typically keeps its slopes open until well into May, and many of them are illuminated. Our guides will provide you with information on schedules, lift pass prices, and equipment rental. Dinner is on your own. Accommodation.
Day 3. Saariselkä: Ice Fishing, Snowmobile Safari, and Visit to Santa Claus
Catered breakfast delivered to your cabin. Get ready for another incredible day in nature. We will start the day with one of the most spectacular excursions of the trip: a snowmobile safari. We will be provided with helmets and gloves, and after receiving instructions from our guides, we will begin our snowmobile journey. The adults will drive the snowmobiles (2 people per snowmobile), while the children will ride in a sled pulled by the guide's snowmobile. During the ride, we will feel the power of these machines and enjoy the snowy forests. We will reach a frozen lake, where we will complete the adventure with ice fishing. A fisherman will teach us how to fish on the ice, and each participant will have a chance to try their luck with a fishing rod through the hole in the ice. We will continue our adventure through the forest until we reach a wooden cabin, where Santa's elves will serve us a delicious light lunch. After lunch, the moment that all the children have been waiting for will arrive. Each family will be taken by sled to a cabin in the woods where Santa Claus himself awaits. Santa Claus will greet each family privately, and they will have a wonderful time chatting, taking photos, and each child will receive a gift from the most beloved character of Lapland and Christmas. While we wait, the children can have fun with snow activities, such as wooden sleds or decorating gingerbread in the cabin. Return to accommodation. Dinner is on your own. Accommodation.
Day 4. Saariselkä: Reindeer Safari
Catered breakfast delivered to your cabin. We will start another day of activities with a transfer to a reindeer farm where Lapland's reindeer herders will talk to us about their way of life. We will take a reindeer sleigh ride and learn about the reindeer and their herders. Enjoy a light lunch during the excursion. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy the accommodation, the snow, or go skiing. Dinner is on your own. Accommodation.
Day 5. Saariselkä / Ivalo / Sevilla
Return flight. Catered breakfast delivered to your cabin. Free time until the indicated time for transfer. You can enjoy some relaxation before the return journey. We can't leave Lapland without experiencing a relaxing sauna. Sauna is a tradition in Finland. Although the Finns didn't invent it, they have the highest number of saunas per capita; almost one sauna for every 2 inhabitants, and they are the most frequent sauna-goers. Departure to Ivalo Airport. Check-in procedures and direct flight to Sevilla. Snack on board included. Arrival and end of our adventure in Lapland.
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