Lapland Snowshoe Adventure – Explore Wild Arctic Trails
Äkäslompolo, Finnish Lapland
Discover the magic of snowshoeing in Finland, above the Arctic Circle — a guided 3–4 hour walk through frosted forests and snow-covered trails near Äkäslompolo, at a flexible pace suited to beginners. Small groups of 6 max, personally guided by Ciara & Susi.
What's Included
Everything Included On Your Day Tour
Private Transport
Private transportation to and from the trail, so you simply arrive, step into your snowshoes and begin.
Snowshoes & Poles
Modern, comfortable snowshoes and poles, fitted for you before we set off into the snow.
A Warming Trail Stop
A pause by a trailside fire or in a wilderness hut, with warm berry juice and a sweet treat.
Is snowshoeing in Finland right 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
Beginners are warmly welcome: our guides adapt the pace to the group.
Picture yourself here
See where you’ll be
Your day
How the day unfolds
About 3–4 hours, at a calm pace that suits the group.
- Start
Pick-up and a short drive
Private transport takes us from Äkäslompolo to the quiet edge of the forest.
- First steps
Snowshoes on
We fit your snowshoes and poles and show you the simple technique. If you can walk, you can snowshoe.
- On the trail
Into the forest
Frosted forest and open fell, away from the busy routes. We pause to read animal tracks and simply listen.
- Warm up
A trailside or hut stop
Warm berry juice and a sweet treat by a fire or in a wilderness hut.
- Finish
Back as the light changes
A slow return through the snow, with time for photos, then the drive back to the village.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Join Us
Choose a date in the booking calendar above and reserve your place online. Looking for a different date? Get in touch and we will do our best to arrange it for you.
Through the snowy season, from around December to April, when the forests are deep in snow and the light turns soft and golden.
Around 3–4 hours. A relaxed day tour with time on the trail, pauses to take in the view, and a warming stop along the way. It fits easily around the rest of your time in Lapland.
A maximum of 6 guests, so the pace stays calm and personal and there is time for everyone.
- Private transportation
- Snowshoes and poles
- A trailside or hut stop with warm berry juice and a sweet treat
In the snowy forests and fells around Äkäslompolo in Finnish Lapland. We choose the trail on the day to suit the conditions and the group, and confirm your pick-up details when you book.
Yes. Snowshoeing is as natural as walking. We show you the technique at the start and set a gentle, steady pace, so you can simply enjoy the quiet of the forest.
Warm layers are key: a thermal base layer, a warm mid layer, a windproof jacket and trousers, warm winter boots, a hat, a neck warmer and warm gloves or mittens. We are happy to advise before your tour.
Yes. For a private group, a special occasion or a date outside the calendar, get in touch and we will shape the day around you.
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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