ONE DAY EXCURSIONS & SAFARIS

Winter 2007 - 2008, daily departures

The safaris are operated from December 1st, 2007 through April 20th, 2008 for a minimum of 2 participants per departure. The equipment for outdoor activities - thermal outfits, shoes, gloves, helmets/hats, fuel, meals and/or coffee breaks, as well as a guided tour in English, are included in the prices (505 EUR personal liability for damages to snowmobile excluded). The snowmobile safaris are operated with 2 persons per snowmobile. Children under 15 years sitting in the sledges will receive a 50% discount.

Please note: 1.12.2007- 12.1.2008 child discount -25 %.

Daily departures. You are free to book at any time, send us a request and we will get back to
you with further information.

All the safaris are available in the whole Lappish area in Norway , Sweden and Finland and we
can offer you all the services whatever you stay.

Searching for Santa Claus by reindeer

Snowmobile safari to santa's village

Snowmobile safari to the reindeer farm

Snowmobile safari to husky camp

Winter adventure by snowmobile and huskies

Snowmobile safari to the wilderness

Night safari by snowmobile (searching for the northern lights)

Snowmobile safari to the high fells

Northern lights search on snowshoes

Husky adventure

SANTA CLAUS SAFARI

ADVANCED DRIVING SAFARI

RANUA ZOO

LEARN CROSS COUNTRY SKIING (NORDIC SKIING)

SAMPO ICEBREAKER

Searching for Santa Claus by reindeer

Our guide meets you at the hotel's reception and after getting equipped we are transported to the Reindeer Park , where you can see dozens of reindeer in the corral. We have time to get familiar with reindeer husbandry in Finnish Lapland and after harnessing reindeer we start the safari sitting in a sledge pulled by reindeer. We travel through the snowy forest by reindeer and find our way to the Santa Claus' Village at the Arctic Circle . We meet Santa himself in his official office and visit his Main Post Office. All letters and cards posted from there receive a special Santa's stamp. Then you have time to shop in the souvenir and handicraft shops in the village. Before we leave back to your hotel by car you will receive a “Reindeer Driver's Licence” to prove your ability in this traditional way of travelling in the wintry forest. A certificate of crossing the Arctic Circle is also given as a souvenir.

Duration:         3 hours

Price:               99€/person

Snowmobile safari to santa's village

This safari takes us to Santa Claus' Village at the Arctic Circle . We drive by snowmobile along the riversides and over the fells. At the Arctic Circle , we meet Santa himself in his official office, then we have time for shopping in the Village and for writing postcards. All mail posted from Santa's Main Post Office receives a special Santa's postmark. A certificate in honour of crossing the Arctic Circle is given as a souvenir. We will return to town by snowmobiles .

Duration:         3 hours

Price:               98€/person

Supplement:     35 €/person 1 person/snowmobile

Snowmobile safari to the reindeer farm

We drive by snowmobile to a genuine Lapp reindeer farm, where we become familiar with the reindeer and the herdsman himself. We take a drive with the reindeer and receive "a reindeer driver's licence". After enjoying a cup of hot coffee or berry juice in a traditional Lapp tepee, we return to town on board the snowmobiles through the snow-covered forests.

Duration:         3 hours

Price:               115€/person

Supplement:     35 €/person 1 person/snowmobile

Snowmobile safari to husky camp

We drive with the snowmobiles along the frozen rivers and through snowy forests to the Husky Man's Camp. Once we arrive, he tells us about the many aspects associated with living with and caring for the Siberian and Alaskan husky dogs. Then we take a speedy ride on sleds pulled by them. We guarantee that you will be thrilled with the speed of the ride! We return  to town on board snowmobiles.

Duration:         3 hours

Price:               115€/person

Supplement:    35 €/person 1 person/snowmobile

Winter adventure by snowmobile and huskies

We hop onto our snowmobiles and drive to the husky farm. The husky dog teams are waiting there to take us on a 45-60 minutes safari in the surrounding wilderness. We enjoy some hot juice by a campfire and get to know these wonderful animals. After this truly unforgettable experience, we return to town by snowmobile.

Duration:         3,5 hours

Price:               150€/person

Supplement:     35 €/person 1 person/snowmobile

snowmobile safari to the wilderness

Are you interested in learning to drive this arctic vehicle? Or even if you are an experienced driver, this is a good way to see the snow-covered nature of Lapland . We drive on varying tracks in wintry forests and on the icy rivers and lakes. You have an excellent opportunity to take photos of the landscape.

Duration:         2 hours

Price:               89 €/person

Supplement:    35 €/person 1 person/snowmobile

Night safari by snowmobile (searching for the northern lights)

We drive into the wilderness with snowmobiles. While there, we enjoy a light evening snack by a campfire. If we are lucky, we might see the northern lights dancing in the sky. During the safari you will receive a booklet about Aurora Borealis with many interesting facts.

We return to the town and to your hotel later in the evening.

Duration:         3 hours

Price:               106 €/person

Supplement:     35 €/person 1 person/snowmobile

Snowmobile safari to the high fells

This is one of our most fascinating safaris if you are up for the challenge! The safari brings out the best of Lapland 's wild side. We drive by snowmobiles along frozen rivers and through a snowy landscape to a peaceful wilderness lake. Once we arrive, we try our luck with traditional ice fishing.  A Lapp-style outdoor lunch is served by the campfire. We return to town in the afternoon on board snowmobiles. The driving distance is approx. 75 - 100 km .

Duration:         6 hours

Price:               158 €/person

Supplement:     69 €/person 1 person/snowmobile

Northern lights search on snowshoes

Late in the evening our guide meets you at the hotel. You will be transported by car to a fell where we begin our search for the Northern Lights (Aurora borealis). We take a short walk on snowshoes in the peaceful dusky forest to a campfire where we enjoy a cup of hot chocolate with biscuits. While sitting round the campfire our guide will tell us about the facts, myths and beliefs associated with the Northern Lights. If the sky is clear we might actually see the Aurora borealis dancing in the sky! You will also receive a booklet about the Aurora Borealis with many interesting facts. Then it is time to return to the car on snowshoes.

Duration:         2 hours

Price:               58 €/person

Husky adventure

Guide will meet you at the hotel's reception and we are transported to the Husky Farm where dozens of huskies will greet us. These friendly dogs are ready to take us on “pure”

dogsled safari. This is an unforgettable experience! Travel through the forests like the early explores did on your own dogsleds and a team of eager huskies. You will be taught everything you need to know to control your own sled team. Mush across the snowy meadows and forests. All you are likely to hear is the patter of the dogs' paws and the hiss of the sled runners on the snow. After the safari hot juice is served at the farm. Transportation by car back to hotel.

Duration:         4 hours

Price:               174 €/person

4-hours safaris includes also: coffee/berry juice, sausages and crepes. 

SANTA CLAUS SAFARI  

Our most popular safari combines, nature, culture and the spirit of Christmas.

The day starts with a snowmobile safari to a reindeer farm where you will hear more about reindeer husbandry and Lappish culture. You can take a reindeer ride, get the reindeers driving license and attend a special Lapp Ceremony of Crossing the Arctic Circle .

After the visit we will continue by car to a cosy restaurant for a delicious lunch.

In the afternoon you will have time for shopping at the Santa Claus Village. You will also have an opportunity to end postcards from Santa's Main Post Office.

During the day you get to meet Santa Claus himself.

Duration: 6 hours

Price: 152 €/person

ADVANCED DRIVING SAFARI

Pure fun of snowmobiling for those who already have some experience driving snowmobiles.

This safari takes you to frozen rivers, snowy forests and the best snowmobiles trails of the area. Everyone drives solo. This safari is only for adults

Duration: 2 hours

Price: 130 €/person

RANUA ZOO

This whole day trip takes you by car or minibus to the Ranua Wildlife Park , the world's northernmost zoo. The park is located 80 kms from Rovaniemi. First take a refreshing walk outdoor observing animals of the Lappish and Arctic countryside in their genuine wilderness surroundings. Then the lunch is served in a cosy restaurant, followed by a visit to a Fazer shop and a beautiful souvenir.

Duration: 5 hours

Price: 109 €/person

LEARN CROSS COUNTRY SKIING (NORDIC SKIING)

Learn skiing tutored by a Finnish skiing instructor. The skiing tour through the silent white forest will be paused with a break for hot beverages by a campfire. All the pick ups and equipment are included.

Duration: 3 hours

Price: 52 €/person

SAMPO ICEBREAKER

The Sampo, the world's only tourist icebreaker, operates on the northern Gulf of Bothnia out of Kemi in Finnish Lapland. After serving for thirty years as an icebreaker in Arctic waters, the vessel has been given a new, more fascinating task – to act as a base for ice adventurers.

The frozen Arctic landscape, the winter darkness, the crackling frost and the clear starry skies with their Aurora Borealis offer visitors a unique experience in the midst of untamed nature. In late winter the sun appears in all its glory, painting the landscape a dazzling white – freshness and warmth to invigorate the traveller.

From early winter far into the spring

The Sampo sails from the middle of December to the end of April. The trips last four hours. For scheduled sailings, it's worthwhile making make a reservation well in advance. We recommend these cruises both for individual travellers and for groups.

The ship can also be booked entirely for private use. All charter trips are conducted to a programme selected by the customer, and prepared package tours are also offered.

In summer, too

The Sampo operates as a restaurant during the summer and can also be booked for conferences.

Duration: 4 hours
Price : On request

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Bookings online

Season from 1 st December to 20 th April. You are free to book at any time, send us a request and we will get back to You with further information. All the safaris are available in the whole Lappish area in Norway , Sweden and Finland and we can offer you all the services whatever you stay.

Guides and instructors can be arranged in your own language.

For alternatives or additions to the programme, please contact Lapland North 66º

For booking and more information please contact:

Lapland north 66

Our Guides can pick you up from your hotel or cabin.

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General information

•  The safaris are operated daily until the 20 April 2008 for a minimum of 2 participants / departure.

•  The equipment for outdoor activities - thermal outfits, shoes, gloves, helmets/hats, fuel, meals and / or coffee breaks according to the programs are included in the prices.

•  Guiding in English (available also in other languages, on request )

•  According to Finnish law, the snowmobile driver must be at least 15 years of age and in possession of a valid driver's licence.

•  Snowmobiles are insured as required by Finnish law. This insurance covers medical care for injuries of the driver and the passenger arising from accidents. Liability for damage caused to the snowmobile up to the amount of EUR 505 per accident. 

•  Safaris are subject to change due to the weather conditions.

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Pricing

•  The prices include value added tax (VAT).

•  We reserve the right to revise pricing due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control such as increase in fuel prices, labour costs, taxes, etc.

•  Children under 15 years sitting in the sledges enjoy a -50% discount. Please note: 1 Dec. 2007 - 12 Jan. 2008, child discount -25%

Supplement for solo use of snowmobile is EUR 35 except the long Snowmobile Safari of 6 h EUR 69.

 

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