Lapland
Outdoor
Family Adventure

Lake Inari, Lapland, Finland

22 → 26 January 2025

5 → 9 February 2025

19 → 23 February 2025

12 → 16 March 2025

Winter wonderland in the middle of nowhere

Overview

Get a taste of the real Arctic winter in the untouched wilderness of Lapland. Explore snow-covered pine forests in a husky sled, grill fish from a frozen lake over an open fire on one of the thousands of islands that rise from the ice, and watch the Northern Lights play overhead from a heated hot tub in the evening. We highly recommend it to families with bigger children, who can handle more extreme environments and are fond of adventures.

Duration

5 days / 4 nights*

Meeting Point

Ivalo Airport (IVL - Finland)

Accommodation

4 nights in authentic 2-4 person cabins right on the shore of Lake Inari, with a sauna and heated hot tub as standard

Outdoor Package

Snowmobiling, husky safari, ice fishing, snowshoeing and skiing, reindeer farm, outdoor cooking

Location

Hundreds of kilometres beyond the Arctic Circle, on the frozen ice of Lake Inari and in the surrounding forests

Price

€2,490

*The duration of the trip lasts from meeting at Ivalo Airport (IVL - Finland) until the flight home from the same airport.

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Description

Finnish Lapland is one of the last unspoilt wilderness areas in Europe; much of it has been uninhabited since time immemorial, and reindeer are more likely to be seen than people.

Hundreds of kilometres above the Arctic Circle, our base is located in a secluded corner of the region away from all the noise and light pollution, enjoying one of the world’s most fabulous winter landscapes: a seemingly endless realm of snow and ice during the day and the Northern Lights dancing across the vast sky during the long, dark nights. We believe that this is not only a bucket-list experience for adults, but that children will also enjoy adventures of a lifetime here.

As we step out of the heated cabins in the morning, the fresh snow crunches under our feet, and a few steps away we find ourselves on the frozen Lake Inari. Lapland’s largest lake is home to more than 3,000 islands, and in winter it’s covered in ice so thick that local transport runs on the surface, with marked roads and signs showing where to go. A new experience awaits around every corner, and the children will feel as if they are discovering a secret snow-covered world – in this environment, boredom literally does not exist!

But the lake will not only be used for transport; it will also be our endless playground during the camp, with its islands rising out of the ice and the snow-covered pine forests around it just waiting to be conquered by snowmobiles, snowshoes, skis, and huskies.

After our daytime adventures, we retire to our lodges in the evenings, where we can enjoy the starry Lapland sky and the Northern Lights, warm up in the sauna or heated outdoor hot tub, and of course enjoy the local cuisine, whether it’s traditional Finnish fish soup or reindeer steak. According to our experience, even the most picky eaters dare to taste the new flavors in such an atmosphere!

Laplanders have a very close relationship with nature, like our host Pete, who was born in Lapland and could guide us around the area with his eyes closed. Pete is our guarantee of a truly authentic and flawless polar experience, whether it be hiking, ice fishing, local legends or cooking together in the great outdoors. The children not only have a good time here, but also participate in real time biology, geography and social studies lessons, of course not while sitting at the school desk. Here, through real discoveries and experiences, they learn about the arctic ecosystem, the local culture and community life.

Tour package

Lapland Outdoor Family Adventure

22 → 26 January 2025

5 → 9 February 2025

19 → 23 February 2025

12 → 16 March 2025

€2,490

The duration of the trip lasts from meeting at Ivalo Airport (IVL - Finland) until the flight home from the same airport.

Included in the price

4 nights of accommodation in 2-4-person cabins right on the shore of Lake Inari

Three meals a day

Airport and local transfers

All equipment and facilities for daily activities and experiences (snowshoeing and skiing, snowmobile excursions, husky safari, ice fishing, reindeer farm, outdoor fire building and cooking)

Clothing and snowshoe hire suitable for outdoor activities at -30 °C

Experienced and qualified local guide with in-depth local knowledge

Sauna and heated hot tub

GoBeyond tour guide

Optional extras

For an additional fee of €50, the GoBeyond team can handle your flight tickets and insurance

Further expenses

International flights to the meeting point and back (IVL – Ivalo Airport)

Travel insurance valid in Finland for the entire duration of the trip

Drinks and individual expenses

Details

Our host

Pete was born in Lapland, grew up in the city and worked in Rovaniemi for almost 10 years before realising that he was not happy there. Since moving out into the wilderness, he has acquired all the qualifications necessary to ensure everyone is safe in his company: not only an official Finnish tourism certificate, but also a food hygiene safety certificate and a trained first-aider.

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In 2-4 person cabins right on the shores of frozen Lake Inari, away from civilisation, where our host Pete keeps the chalets, the hot tub and the sauna warm.

Pete is a true Laplander who holds a deep love for and knowledge of the Arctic way of life. In addition to giving us a place to reside, he also takes care of the daily activities and food, and keeps the sauna warm for us from morning to night during our stay.

February brings dreamy conditions to Lapland: crystal-clear air, deep snow cover and typically clear skies, with the Northern Lights appearing every other day on average. Everyday highs and lows are typically between -7°C and -25°C, with an average temperature of -14°C. The average snow depth is 30-35 cm.

"There's no such thing as bad weather, just unsuitable clothing," they say in the north, and with good reason. So that you don't have to bring an extra suitcase full of clothes and to ensure that you are dressed for the outdoors, we provide all team members with overalls, ski gloves, and snowshoes suitable for -30 °C. However, base layers are essential, either synthetic or wool, but cotton is better avoided in this climate. Depending on how cold it is, one base layer may be enough, but in colder weather, you may want to add a middle layer, either synthetic (such as a fleece sweater) or wool, and an extra down jacket may be useful. A thinner fleece glove is also a good idea under your ski gloves, and you should also bring proper ski socks, which are not made of cotton. And for children and those who get cold easily, we recommend the balaclava-type cap so that their faces are also protected against the weather.

At this camp, instead of admiring the Arctic Circle winter wonderland from your hotel room window, you'll slip into your overalls and snowsuit and get a taste of life in the great outdoors. We use snowmobiles, snowshoes, skis and husky sleds to traverse snow-covered pine forests and frozen lakes. At the reindeer farm, a local Sami introduces us to how deers live in this climate and we try ourselves at ice fishing, cooking our catch over an open fire. In the evening, we relax from the day's adventures in the sauna and heated hot tub, while admiring the Northern Lights - and who knows, maybe even an arctic fox will venture out for a moment.

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Lapland's wilderness is so pure and untouched that you can drink not only from the streams, but also from the still waters. The exceptional quality of local ingredients is also guaranteed. Three meals a day are part of the package, and our host Pete will make sure we get a good taste of the local cuisine on the way: fish and moose soups, reindeer steaks, moose burgers and really filling breakfasts are waiting for us, to make sure to have energy for the day's activities. In addition to incredibly pure water, we'll be enjoying teas and syrups made from forest fruits. At the airport you will have the opportunity to buy anything else you might need.

This is a very small group tour with a maximum of 6 people who will be accompanied by a GoBeyond guide. This small number ensures that we can tailor the programme to the needs of the group. This trip is mainly intended for families - if you want to join one of our trips on your own, contact us so we can find the best adventure tour for you.

We take high-quality photos of our trips. You will receive the photos and videos after you get home, so you'll always remember these wonderful moments.

During the days at Lake Inari, you won't have much opportunity to spend money. On arrival and departure, you'll be able to buy drinks at Scandinavian shop prices near the airport, and there's also a gift shop - so if you want to return home with a fridge magnet carved from antlers or a reindeer fur, you'll need to plan for that too.

Program

5-day itinerary

Day 1

Arrival

We arrive at the Arctic Circle, the land of great snow and Aurora Borealis. Our transfer across the ice of Lake Inari will take us to our remote base where, if we're lucky, we'll be able to enjoy the Northern Lights far away from distractions. During our first local dinner we acclimatise and get to know our hosts and each other.

Day 2

Icefishing & snowshoeing

On this day we will get to know the local animals. In the morning, we'll trust ourselves to Siberian huskies and explore the area with the dog sleds they pull. After lunch, we will visit a nearby reindeer farm where a Sami farmer will tell us about the life of these gentle animals. Then we feed them lichen and try out what it's like to ride on a sled pulled by reindeer. Back at our base, of course, there's no shortage of evening activities: cooking, a hot tub and sauna sessions and enjoying the stars and the Northern Lights.

Day 3

Huskies & reindeers

Day 4

Snowmobiling & cross country skiing

The previous days we had already been introduced to the locals' main means of transport, the snowmobile. Today we finally take them out on the road - depending on the mood of the team and the weather, we will be gliding over the ice of the frozen lake, across the open terrain or through the forests between the trees. In the afternoon, we try the locals' national sport of cross-country skiing - there are hundreds of kilometres of trails carved out of the snow. Our farewell evening follows the usual Arctic routine: warming up in saunas and hot tubs, dining on exciting local dishes and gazing at the sky.

Day 5

Ivalo and departure

After a hearty breakfast, we visit Ivalo in the morning, where we have the opportunity to buy essential souvenirs, and then say goodbye to the Arctic winter landscape, returning home with lasting memories and new friendships.

The program is subject to change at any times. The final itinerary depends on current weather conditions and the group’s skills and stamina.

Your tailor-made polar adventure

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Do you have time to enjoy the winter wonderland? Would you like to spend more time with the polar animals and visit Santa's house in Rovaniemi? If you prefer a different time, a more relaxed experience or a special addition, contact us with your ideas and we'll be happy to organise your Arctic adventure of a lifetime.

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Lake Inari is a great place to be and Pete is an experienced and very pleasant guide. A great experience to enjoy a relaxing time in the land of nowhere!

Richard

The authentic feeling of nature was conveyed from the very beginning. The accommodation was excellent and the scenery one of the best in Finland, thank you for the opportunity to visit! New experiences were gained!

Andrew

Stunning private wilderness with the best service.

Emily

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Our guides

Janó

Founder

An expert freeride skier, a passionate surfer, and a seasoned traveler. With a deep love for adventure, he spends over 150 days a year on the move.

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Fanni

Co-Founder

Our the most experienced expert on traveling with children in the team, given that she has visited over 50 countries together with her family.

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Mesi

Travel Expert

A huge fan of the northern countries, a passionate snowboarder and an enthusiastic tour guide for our outdoor camps. There’s no trip she wouldn’t gladly join.

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Plane tickets & visa arrangement if needed

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Second Instalment

30 days before departure

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FAQ

This trip is mainly intended for families. If you want to join one of our trips on your own, contact us so we can find the best adventure tour for you.

For this trip, we welcome children over the age of 8 who can already enjoy the adventures brought by extreme weather and have an interest in the unique wonders of nature. The programs are varied, spectacular, and exciting for children—and being in such an environment is in itself an unforgettable experience.

Our trip to Lapland offers many child-friendly programs, such as ice fishing, dog sledding and reindeer sledding, where children can feed the animals with lichen. Sleighriding and cross-country skiing also offer unique experiences, and evening programs such as hanging out in the hot tubs and saunas can be exciting too - while the sight of the northern lights come as the cherry on top.

No worries. We handle the program schedule flexibly, taking into account the children's varying ages, personalities, and moods on any given day. Everyone is free to do what feels right and what they’re in the mood for.

A primary care doctor's office is available near the accommodation for minor problems. For more serious cases there is a hospital in the town of Ivalo, in approx. 30 minutes distance, where emergency care is also available.

We can expect Arctic winter weather with maximum temperatures around -5 degrees Celsius and minimum temperatures around -25 degrees Celsius. For the outdoor activities we will provide the necessary overalls, ski gloves and snowshoes, but of course you will need underwear. Cotton clothing is not suitable, so come prepared with wool or synthetic clothing: ski socks, underwear and a mid layer, which can be supplemented with a down jacket. It's a good idea to take a thin pair of gloves, such as fleece gloves, under your ski gloves. A balaclava-type cap can also come in handy.

Although Pete is not Sami but Finnish, he is a Laplander by birth and knows the area like the back of his hand: a true nature lover who can see the weather, knows the local flora and fauna and is a fan of Arctic lifestyle and culture. He has all the answers and always has a plan B if the weather gets in the way. Along with Pete, the GoBeyond tour guide will be on site with the team.

Away from the hustle and bustle, right on the shores of Lapland's largest lake, the frozen Inari, we will stay in small 2-4 person chalets where our host will not only keep the stoves warm, but a hot sauna and heated hot tub are also standard. In the shared areas, we'll have the chance to help Pete prepare traditional Lapland dishes, while the Northern Lights are just a footstep away.

From the moment we leave Ivalo until the day we return home there is no opportunity to spend money. All meals are included in the package and there is no nearby shop, restaurant or bar. If you want something to drink other than the crystal clear local water, teas and berry syrups, you can buy it in Ivalo at shop prices on the first day, and on the last day, on the way to the airport, we will visit a gift shop in Ivalo, depending on the mood of the group.

The local currency is the euro and you can pay by card everywhere.

EU citizens do not need a visa to enter Finland.

During the camp, we will be treated with authentic Lapland homemade dishes, as our host Pete will prepare traditional meals for us using local ingredients. Finnish fish soup, moose soup and burgers, reindeer steak will be on our table, and cooking together will be part of the authentic experience.