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Arctic Ski Tour in Finnish Lapland

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Äkäslompolo, Finnish Lapland

Day tour · 4–5 hoursSmall groupsBeginner-friendly
Fitness
●●○○Medium
Skill level
All levels
Group
6 max
Season
Winter

This ski adventure in Finnish Lapland takes you through frosted forests and rolling wilderness trails near Äkäslompolo — beginner-friendly backcountry, downhill and cross-country skiing at a relaxed pace, with stops at traditional kotas and wilderness huts along the way. Small groups of 6 max, suitable for all levels.

Beginner-friendly, all levels welcome
Warm, personal guiding from our small team
6 guests max, every tour

What's Included

Everything Included On Your Ski Day

Private Transport

Private Transport

Private transportation to and from the trail, so your day begins the moment you arrive.

Skis & Poles

Skis & Poles

Skis and poles for your tour, fitted for you before we set off into the snow.

Snacks & Warm Drinks

Snacks & Warm Drinks

Snacks and warm refreshments along the way, with a hut break when the route and conditions allow.

Is this ski adventure in Finnish Lapland for you?

Fitness level: all levels

These programmes work with each individual and group’s ability, so a comfortable base fitness is all you need.

Skill level: beginner-friendly

No prior skiing experience is required — lessons are personalised, step-by-step, and paced to the group.

Picture yourself here

See where you’ll be

Lone skier crossing an open snowy fell
Open fellsGlide out across the wide, open fell with nothing but snow and sky ahead.
Skier coming down between frosted spruce trees in Lapland
Frosted forestSki down between spruce trees heavy with snow.
Lone walker crossing an open fell in the Arctic blue hour
Open fellsJust you, the snow and the wide Arctic sky.
View from a fell slope over lakes and forest near Ylläs
Fell viewsStop on the slope and look out over frozen lakes and forest.
Guest with OAC skis on a snowy fell in Finnish Lapland
OAC skisShort, wide skis with a skin underneath that grips on the way up.
Skier in snow-covered forest under a pink winter sky
Winter lightPink skies over the forest in the short Arctic days.
Snow-covered trees on an open fell top at dusk
Fell topSnow-shaped trees on the open fell top at dusk.
Skier crossing a snowy clearing in the Arctic forest
Your own paceA steady rhythm through quiet forest trails.
Pink winter light over a snowy fell
Soft lightThe low sun turns the snow pink and lilac.
Soft pink and blue light over snowy fells in Finnish Lapland
Blue hourPink and blue light over the fells, and a quiet that stays with you.
Guest skiing on a snowy fell trail near Ylläs
On the trailPoles in hand, following the track across the fell.
Frozen lake in soft purple Arctic light
Frozen lakesWide, frozen lakes in soft Arctic light.
Sunset over a snowy fell slope in Finnish Lapland
SunsetThe sun dips behind the fells in the late afternoon.
Snow-covered kota hut in the forest at blue hour
The kotaA snow-draped hut in the forest, smoke curling into the blue-hour sky.
Group warming up by the fire inside a wooden hut
FiresideWarm up by the fire with hot drinks and a snack.
Ciara on skis in Finnish Lapland
Your guideCiara, one of the two women behind Move with Nature.
Susi by a frozen lake in Finnish Lapland
Your guideSusi, the other half of Move with Nature.
Arctic Ski TourWinter · 6 guests max
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Your day

How the day unfolds

Around 4–5 hours, at a relaxed pace set around the group.

  1. Start

    Meet in Äkäslompolo

    We meet in the village and private transport takes us to the start of the trail.

  2. First glide

    Skis on

    We fit your skis and poles and warm up with a few simple technique tips, whatever your experience.

  3. On the trail

    Into the frosted forest

    Quiet trails through snow-laden spruce and open fell, pausing whenever the view asks you to.

  4. Warm up

    Snacks and a hut break

    Warm drinks and snacks along the way, with a wilderness hut stop when the route and conditions allow.

  5. Finish

    Glide home

    A gentle run back as the low Arctic light paints the snow, then the drive back to the village.

Find a day that suits

Book your ski day

Can't see your preferred date? Email us, call +358 40 258 9295 or send us a message and we'll do our best to arrange it for you.

Routes may be adjusted to the weather so you enjoy the best snow of the day.

Sunset glow over snowy fells in Arctic Lapland

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Join Us

How can I book this tour?

Choose a date in the booking calendar and reserve your place online. Looking for a different date? Get in touch and we will do our best to arrange it for you.

How long is the tour?

Around 4–5 hours, a relaxed day tour with time on your skis, pauses to take in the views and a warming break along the way.

What is included?
  • Private transportation
  • Skis and poles
  • Snacks and warm refreshments
  • A hut break, depending on the route and conditions
Is this ski adventure suitable for beginners?

Absolutely! Our ski tours welcome all levels, and we set the pace and route around you and your group.

Do I need my own skis?

Skis and poles are included. Let us know your height and shoe size when you book and we will have everything ready for you.

What should I wear?

Warm, breathable layers: a base layer, a fleece or wool mid-layer and a windproof shell, plus a warm hat, gloves or mittens and wool socks. Winter overalls, boots and warm mittens can be rented.

Where do we meet?

We meet in Äkäslompolo, and private transportation takes us to the start of the trail. We confirm the details when you book.

What is the group size?

A maximum of 6 guests, so the pace stays relaxed and everyone gets personal guidance.

Where can I stay nearby?

Äkäslompolo has plenty of places to stay right in the village. For a quieter, wilder stay, we host a small collection of wooden cabins in the forest about 25 minutes away, each with its own sauna and dark skies for the Northern Lights. See the cabins we host.

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