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Nordic Walking

Nordic walking originated in Finland and is rapidly gaining popularity across Europe. Perhaps you’re already an experienced Nordic walker? This dynamic exercise activates about 90% of your body’s muscles — truly healthy and energizing! Your guide will teach you the basic techniques, and walking with poles through Syöte’s stunning natural scenery is an experience not to be missed. Along the way, you’ll enjoy the pristine wilderness and its rich flora and fauna. The tour includes a break to savor coffee or refreshments and cake.” 

What’s included

  • Refreshments
  • Guide services 
  • Equipment

Rivertubing

Experience the thrill of paddling down the beautiful Parjanjoki River on your own river tube! In starting point Romesuvanto, you’ll receive all the necessary equipment. Step into your personal river tube and let the current carry you downstream, steering with your paddles for an exciting and splash-filled ride. This fun-filled activity is perfect for all ages—no age limit—just be sure you can swim. A friendly guide will accompany you throughout the trip.

What’s included

  • Guide services 
  • Equipment

Visit to Husky Farm

Although, in summertime, huskies mostly have a “holiday” you can still come and see the huskies at the huskyfarm. In winter huskies are full in action pulling sledges and running through the forest. In summer they stay at the farm where you can meet them in their own environment. They will jump and bark of enthusiasm when you enter the farm. The owner will guide you around and can tell you all about the huskysledge drives in winter and the way they train and take care of the dogs.

What’s included

  • Guided tour at the farm 
  • Coffee break near the campfire
  • Time with the huskies

Canoe Trip on Lake Naamanka

The lake’s surface reflects the sky and surrounding forests like a mirror – a beautiful and peaceful spot for a canoeing adventure. Your guide will teach you the basic paddling techniques. Paddling on the open lake is easy, so no prior experience is needed. The canoes are two-person traditional style canoes, so it’s a perfect activity for pairs! We provide all the equipment, life jackets, guidance, and instructions. During the trip, you’ll stop by the shore to enjoy some tasty snacks.

What’s included

  • Guide services 
  • Equipment 
  • Snacks

Barefoot River Hiking Experience

Feel the gentle massage of smooth river stones under your feet as the flowing water relieves tension in your joints and melts away stress. In colder seasons, neoprene socks keep your feet warm while still letting you sense the river’s natural shapes. After the hike, unwind in an authentic Finnish sauna.

What’s included

  • Transfer 
  • Neoprene socks 
  • Towels 
  • Sauna
  • Snacks 

Highlights

  • Local flavors – depending on the time of year, enjoy picking wild berries. Grill sausages over an open fire and sip fresh berry juice.
  • Scenic transfer included – A comfortable car ride to the river is part of the
    adventure. With a bit of luck, you might spot reindeer in their natural landscape.
Long snowmobile safari in Iso-Syöte

Full Day Snowmobile Safari

Embark on an exhilarating snowmobile adventure into the heart of snow-covered wilderness! This full-day journey offers a perfect blend of challenge and excitement. By driving solo on a snowmobile, you gain the freedom to fully immerse yourself in the experience, honing your skills as you navigate through hills and curves, skillfully using your bodyweight to enhance control. 

The adventure doesn’t just offer adrenaline; it invites you to pause and appreciate the serene beauty of the winter landscape. We take a well-deserved break to gather around a crackling campfire, savoring an outdoor lunch amidst the tranquil surroundings. This snowmobile escapade is not just about the ride, but also about the unforgettable connection with nature and the exhilarating sense of freedom it brings!

For comfort on this long route, we recommend one person per snowmobile.

What’s included

  • Guide services 
  • Instructions 
  • Driving instructions
  • Insurance
  • Fuel 
  • Warm clothing
  • Outdoor lunch
  • Coffee/tea and buns

Highlights

Embark on a full-day snowmobile adventure through forests, frozen lakes,
and stunning fell landscapes. Enjoy fast sections, peaceful wilderness
moments, and an outdoor lunch by the fire.

Snowmobile Safari and Reindeer Ride

Ride through snowy forests and over frozen lakes on a snowmobile safari
to a traditional reindeer camp. Enjoy a peaceful reindeer-pulled sled ride
and warm up in a cozy kota with hot drinks and pulla. A local reindeer
herder shares stories about reindeer and the Sámi traditions of Arctic life 

What’s included

  • Guide services 
  • Instructions 
  • Driving instructions
  • Insurance
  • Fuel 
  • Warm clothing
  • Coffee/tea and buns
  • Reindeer ride

Highlights

Embark on a thrilling snowmobile safari through snow-blanketed forests and frozen lakes, taking in the breathtaking winter landscape. Your journey leads to a traditional reindeer camp, where you’ll experience the timeless Sámi way of life. Glide through the snow in a sled pulled by reindeer, and warm up inside a cozy kota (Lappish hut) with steaming hot drinks and sweet buns. Listen to the reindeer herder as they share captivating stories about reindeer and the deep-rooted traditions of reindeer herding, offering a glimpse into the Arctic’s unique cultural heritage.

Snowmobile Safari and Ice Fishing

Hop on a snowmobile and ride through snowy Iso-Syöte landscapes to a frozen lake for a true Finnish ice fishing experience. A local guide shows you how to fish through the ice, while you enjoy the silence of Arctic nature. During the break, relax with campfire-brewed coffee in the peaceful winter wilderness. 

What’s included

  • Guide services 
  • Instructions 
  • Driving instructions
  • Insurance
  • Fuel 
  • Warm clothing
  • Coffee/tea and buns
  • Reindeer ride
  • Fishing rod and ice drill 

Highlights

Snowmobile ride through the forest to a stunning frozen lake! Drill into the ice for an unforgettable ice fishing experience, followed by a cozy coffee break by the fire. Then, glide back to the hotel, soaking in the magic of winter!

Husky safari in Iso-Syöte

Snowmobile Safari and Husky Safari

Activity details

Experience a snowmobile and husky safari in Iso-Syöte, Lapland, combining two of the most iconic Arctic activities in one unforgettable tour.

Your adventure begins at Hilltop Hotel Iso-Syöte, where you will drive a snowmobile through snowy forests and across beautiful winter landscapes towards a local husky farm. Along the way, enjoy the silence of the Arctic wilderness and the thrill of riding through pristine nature.

At the husky farm, meet the energetic dogs and receive instructions before setting off on a husky sled ride through the enchanting snowy scenery. Feel the excitement as your team of huskies pulls the sled across forests and open landscapes.

During the experience, there will be time to switch drivers and take photos, ensuring you capture the best moments of your Lapland adventure. Before heading back, enjoy a warm break with hot drinks by the campfire.

This snowmobile and husky safari in Finland is perfect for those looking to experience the best of Lapland in a single tour.

What’s included

  • Guide services
  • Instructions
  • Driving instructions
  • Insurance
  • Fuel
  • Warm clothing
  • Coffee/tea and buns

Highlights

Combine snowmobiling and husky sledding in one Arctic adventure in Iso-Syöte. Ride a snowmobile through Lapland wilderness and enjoy an authentic husky safari through snowy forests and open landscapes.

Old Fashioned Reindeer Ride

Step into a true Lapland fairytale with a visit to a local reindeer camp, where you’ll meet these gentle Arctic animals up close before setting off on a peaceful reindeer sleigh ride through snow-covered forests. Glide quietly across the winter landscape, surrounded by pristine nature and the soft sounds of the wilderness.

After the ride, warm up in a traditional kota by the fire with hot coffee and snacks. A local reindeer herder will share personal stories about reindeer life and Sámi traditions, offering a rare and authentic glimpse into the culture of the North. This slow-paced, intimate experience is perfect for travelers who want to connect with Lapland’s nature, animals, and living heritage in a calm and meaningful way. 

What’s included

  • Transfer to reindeer camp
  • Meet-up the reindeer
  • Reindeer sled ride
  • Storytelling
  • Coffee & snacks 

Highlights

Meet reindeer at a local camp and glide through snowy forests on a peaceful sleigh ride, then warm up by the fire with stories from a reindeer herder.