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Are you looking for a unique and unforgettable winter adventure? Our arctic adventures includes unforgettable moments to make your holiday the best possible!
OUR winter ACTIVITIES
take a look at all available winter activities
Santa! • All ages! • Visits your cabin! • For families!
10 minutes
In Santa Claus Holiday Village, you can visit Santa Claus in his office. However, if you want to avoid queuing and enjoy a private meeting, why not invite him to your room? You can ask Santa Claus a variety of questions that occupy your mind, or simply listen to what Santa Claus wishes to tell you and your family. When Santa Claus visits your cabin you can take as many photographs as you wish. You can also request Santa Claus to distribute personal gifts when he comes to visit.
Only for the residents of hotel Santa Claus Holiday Village.If you want Santa Claus distributes the gifts, please deliver them to the Christmas
House store before 4 pm on the day of the meeting.
Private meeting at your own cottage and your own camera/video free use and Santa Claus can bring your own gifts.
A unique experience! • A private igloo!
The duration of the table reservation is 2 hours
If you are looking for a unique place to enjoy an unforgettable meal with your friends, come and enjoy the dinner in our glass igloo. The igloos are located on the terrace of our Three Elves restaurant. In the warm igloo, you can observe the darkening sky and, if you're lucky, witness the brilliance of the northern lights in the starry sky. The igloo can be booked for a group of up to 8 people. Dinner in a glass igloo will crown your trip to Lapland!
01.04 - 31.10. every day at 16:00 and 18:30
18.11-31.1. every day at 12:00, 14:30, 17:00 and 19:30.
Three Elves restaurant
A table reservation in a private glass igloo for the use of yours only.
• Space rent for the small igloo is €180
• Space rent for the big Igloo is €240
The menu of the Three Elves restaurant is available in the igloos.
Please note that our Igloo has a frost limit of -20 degrees. If the frost exceeds the limit, the igloo reservation is canceled or moved to the interior of the Three Elves restaurant.
Northern lights! • Magical experience! • Includes pick up from your hotel!
Approx. 3 hours including transportations
Once darkness falls, we will take you to an excellent place to see the Northern Lights. If you’re lucky, you will be able to watch an impressive color dance in the northern sky. As the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, we cannot guarantee they will appear. Regardless, the nighttime tours are always memorable, and a guided tour is a safe way to explore night sky of Lapland. Please note, this safari ends very late (depending on the season, between 23:00 - 01:00). For young children, it can be difficult to stay awake so late. Our safaris are provided by our partner Christmas House Safaris.
In 01.09. - 30.11. every day at 21:00
In 01.12. - 28.02. every day (except 24.12.) at 20:00
In 01.03. - 02.04. every day at 21:00
From Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (from city hotels 15-30 min earlier)
Thermal overalls, winter boots, transportations, snack and guidance
Reindeer sleigh ride • Northern lights! • Includes pick up from your hotel!
Approx. 3 hours including transportations
Discover the traditional Lappish way of travelling, reindeer ride, and amazing natural phenomenon, Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights). Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of a sleigh ride. As the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, their visibility is not guaranteed every night. Nighttime tours are always memorable, and a guided tour is a safe way to explore the magical Lappish night. During the tour, you can feed and take photos with the reindeer. After the ride, we warm up with hot berry juice. Aurora Reindeer Safari is suitable for people of all ages and families with children (however, please note the late return time). Our safaris are provided by our partner Christmas House Safaris.
In 1.12. - 28.2. (except at 24.12.) on Tuesdays, Thursday and Saturdays at 20:00
In 1.3. - 31.3. on Tuesdays, Thursday and Saturdays at 21:00
From Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (from city hotels 15-30 min earlier)
Thermal overalls, winter boots, transportations, visit at private reindeer farm, reindeer sleigh ride approx. 30 min, snack and guidance.
Husky sleigh ride • Northern lights! • Includes pick up from your hotel!
Approx. 3 hours including transportations
Feel the speed with huskies in silent, snowy forest and amazing natural phenomenon, Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights). As the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, their visibility is not guaranteed every night. Two people share one sled, and during the safari, you can change the driver. Children are sitting on the sled during the safari. The husky sleigh ride is about 30 min long. In addition to the husky sleigh ride, you can spend time with the dogs and learn more about them. After the ride, we warm up with hot berry juice. Aurora Husky Safari is suitable for people of all ages and families with children (however, please note the late return time). Our safaris are provided by our partner Christmas House Safaris.
In 1.12. - 28.2. on Fridays at 20:00
In 1.3. - 2.4. on Fridays at 21:00
From Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (from city hotels 15-30 min earlier)
Thermal overalls, winter boots, transportations, husky ride approx. 30 min, hot berry juice and guidance in English
For the whole family! • Includes pick up from your hotel!
Approx. 6 hours including transportations
The Ranua Zoo, approximately one hour drive from Santa Claus Holiday Village, is a popular destination for our international guests and local families. There you migth see the only polar bear living in Finland, along with 50 other Arctic animal species, such as wolf, wolverine, lynx and arctic fox. The animals live in an authentic natural environment, in the middle of northern nature. You will also find a restaurant, a café, and a shop to buy souvenirs. This tour is suitable for people of all ages and families with children (photo: Marko Junttila) Our safaris are provided by our partner Christmas House Safaris.
In 25.4-30.09. on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays at 9:30
From Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (from city hotels 15 min later)
Transportations, tickets to zoo and guidance
Reindeer ride! • Nature! • Includes pick up from your hotel!
Approx. 2,5 hours including transportations
Reindeer are strong animals and have traditionally been used to pull loads. During this safari, you will experience this traditional way of travelling of Arctic people. During the reindeer farm visit, you will enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Lappish nature, learn about reindeer and have a chance to feed the reindeer and take as many photos as you like. This experience is suitable for people of all ages and families with children. Our safaris are provided by our partner Christmas House Safaris.
In 1.12. - 8.1. every day (except 24.12.) at 09:30
In 9.1. - 31.3. on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays at 09:30
From Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (from city hotels 15-30 min earlier)
Thermal overalls, winter boots, transportations, visit at private reindeer farm, reindeer sleigh ride approx. 20-30 min, hot berry juice and guidance.
For all ages! • You ride a sledge yourself! • Includes pick up from your hotel!
Approx. 2,5 hours including transportations
Feel the speed with huskies in silent, snowy forest. Husky safari is an ideal experience for families, groups, solo travelers and couples. You are warmly welcome to enjoy this traditional way of travelling in the Arctic. Two people share one sled, and during the safari, you can change the driver. Children are sitting on the sled during the safari. The husky sleigh ride is about 30-45 minutes. In addition to the husky sleigh ride, you can spend time with the dogs and learn more about them. Huskies are friendly dogs that love their job! Our safaris are provided by our partner Christmas House Safaris.
From 15.12. every day at 12:30 and 14:30
From Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (from city hotels 15-30 min earlier)
Thermal overalls, winter boots, transportations, husky ride approx. 30-45 min, hot berry juice and guidance in English.
Suitable for families! • Includes pick up from your hotel!
Approx. 2 - 2,5 hours including transportations
Drill the hole through the thick ice, have a seat and enjoy the peaceful winter landscape. It’s time to wait for a catch! Ice fishing is a relaxing way to spend outdoor time in Lapland. It’s exciting to watch if the fish catches your bait. The mind rests on the calm, wide ice. With good fish fortune, you might get lake trout, for example. This safari is suitable for all ages. Our safaris are provided by our partner Christmas House Safaris.
In 9.1. - 2.4. on Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays at 13:00
From Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (from city hotels 15-30 min earlier)
Thermal overalls, winter boots, transportations, ice-fishing equipment, hot berry
juice, snack and guidance
Suitable for first-timers too!
Approx. 1,5 - 2 hours
Spend a couple of hours as the Finns do and enjoy cross country skiing in Lapland. Glide along the cross country tracks surrounded by white snowy forest near Santa Claus Holiday Village. The tour is suitable for everyone who loves being in nature and enjoy exercise, whether you are seasoned skier or a first timer. Our guide will teach you the basic techniques of cross country skiing. Our safaris are provided by our partner Christmas House Safaris.
In 9.1. - 2.4. on Tuesdays, Fridays at 12:30
From Santa Claus Holiday Village reception
Skiing equipments, hot berry juice and guidance in English
Minimum person amount 2 adults
Maximum person amount 4 adults
Ages 8+ • Snowshoeing! • Guiding!
Approx. 1,5 - 2 hours
Untouched snow, sounds of nature and fun moments outdoors. Welcome to join our snowshoe tour. We start our trip on an easy area near Santa Claus Holiday Village at the Arctic Circle. Try how snowshoes help you to walk on snow. Maybe you will see the tracks left by animals. Guided snowshoe trip is suitable for people at least 8 years old. Our safaris are provided by our partner Christmas House Safaris.
In 9.1. - 2.4. on Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays at 12:30
From Santa Claus Holiday Village reception
Snowshoes, hot berry juice, guidance and teaching
Reindeer and Husky ride • Ice fishing • Soup lunch • Includes pick up from your hotel!
Approx. 5 hours including transportations
Explore three favourite Lappish activities during one day tour: husky sleigh ride, reindeer sleigh ride and ice fishing. Feel the huskies’ speed, enjoy a traditional Lappish journey with reindeer, and spend time as the Finns do: drill the hole through the thick ice and enjoy ice fishing. With good fishing fortune, you might catch lake trout, for example. A warm soup lunch will be served in a cozy restaurant. This safari is suitable for people of all ages, and ideal to all who like to gather several experiences during one trip. Welcome to enjoy the Arctic Fun Day with us! Our safaris are provided by our partner Christmas House Safaris.
In 25.11 - 08.01. every day at 09:30
In 09.01. - 31.03. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 09:30
From Santa Claus Holiday Village reception (from city hotels 15-30 min earlier)
Thermal overalls, winter boots, transportations, visit at private reindeer farm, reindeer sleigh ride approx. 10-15 min, husky sleigh ride approx. 5-10 min, ice-fishing equipment, children's outdoor activities, soup lunch and guidance.