ROVANIEMI WINTER SAFARIS 2011-2012

 

If you are looking for tours and activities in Rovaniemi, this page is a right place to be!

- Safaris are available for minimum 2 adults traveling together
- Tours start in December depending of the snow conditions at the Arctic Circle
- Prices include all described activities, services and equipment (thermals, shoes, gloves, helmets)

2 hour snowmobile safari in the forest

On the snowmobile adventure, you have the fantastic opportunity to experience the unique countryside of the North. The frozen rivers acts as a snowmobile route made by Nature and snowy landscapes seem enchanting in the mysterious winter twilight. A hot drink served in the totally silent wilderness forest tops off the experience – a great time to take some photographs.

Departure:
13:00, Monday, Wednesday, Sunday

Prices:
102 € per person (if 2 adults on 1 snowmobile)
147 € per person (if 1 adult on 1 snowmobile)

Children (<15y) travel in a sleigh pulled by the snowmobile
Price per child -50% of the normal rate
NB! 1.12. – 10.1.  -25% of the normal rate

3 hour snowshoe hike in the winter wonderland

This is a snowy adventure in Lappish forest! You get all needed equipments and we head to near forests to learn about arctic nature and enjoy stories about the culture and history of the Lappish people. During the trip there will be a break by the open fire to enjoy hot beverages and reindeer toast in the lovely wintry atmosphere.

Departure:
18:00, Thursday
13:00, Saturday

Price:
73 € per person

Price per child -50% of the normal rate
NB! 1.12. – 10.1.  -25% of the normal rate

3 hour snowmobile safari to Husky Farm

After snowmobile drive to the Husky Farm, you will enjoy exciting sled ride pulled by huskies. We will also spend some time in the Lappish tepee called “kota” with some coffee and biscuits and lots of tales about the life at the Husky Farm.

Departure:
10:00, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

Prices:
125€ per person (if 2 adults on 1 snowmobile)
170 € per person (if 1 adult on 1 snowmobile)

Children (<15y) travel in a sleigh pulled by the snowmobile
Price per child -50% of the normal rate
NB! 1.12. – 10.1.  -25% of the normal rate

3 hour snowmobile safari to Reindeer Farm

After snowmobile driving to the local Reindeer Farm, you will experience Lappish way of travelling with reindeer. You will hear plenty of information about the way of life in the North and take a short sleigh ride pulled by the reindeer, just like in the old times! We will also spend some time in the Lappish tepee called “kota” with hot drinks and bisquits around an open fire you will be awarded with the international reindeer driver’s licence and Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate.

Departure:
13:00, every day

Prices:
125 € per person ( if 2 aduts on 1 snowmobile)
170 € per person (if 1 adult on 1 snowmobile)

Children (<15y) travel in a sleigh pulled by the snowmobile
Price per child -50% of the normal rate
NB! 1.12. – 10.1.  -25% of the normal rate

3 hour snowmobile safari in the night to search for Northern Lights

We will have an atmosphere-rich snowmobile safari in the darkness through the beautiful Lappish countryside. On the way we will stop in the deep forest to fry sausages and reindeer toast over the open fire and have hot juice drink. If you are lucky enough, we will be able to see Northern Lights flickering and dancing across the sky! This surely is an experience to remember!

Departure:
18:00, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

Prices:
120 € per person ( if 2 adults on 1 snowmobile)
165 € per person (if 1 adult on 1 snowmobile)

Children (<15y) travel in a sleigh pulled by the snowmobile
Price per child -50% of the normal rate
NB! 1.12. – 10.1.  -25% of the normal rate

3 hour husky safari into deep forest

We will drive to the Husky Farm by car and get familiar with the life of husky dogs. Then it is time to jump into the sledge and depart to the husky ride. The trail goes deeper to the forest and you’ll realize the amazing power of huskies. To stay warm we will stop for a hot and sweet berry juice. The length of the trail depends on the weather conditions and the skills of the participants. Usually it is 14-17 km. After the dog sledding we arrive back to our husky farm and warm up in cosy log cabin having coffee and cakes. Lots of talk about huskies and sled dog races will be served.

Departures:
departure time varies according to the reservations, operated daily

Prices:
129 € per person
96 € per child (4-12y)

NB! Please notice that there is no possibility to go indoors during this safari.

4 hour snowmobile safari with ice fishing

We will drive the snowmobiles to good winter fishing spots, where you can taste the true Lappish life. Will you get a bite today? In addition to trying ice fishing, you get to prepare your own food on the campfire. At the end of the activity we will return to town by snowmobiles.

Departure:
10:00, Monday, Saturday

Prices:
125 €  per person (if 2 adults on 1 snowmobile)
196 € per person (if 1 adult on 1 snowmobile)

Children (<15y) travel in a sleigh pulled by the snowmobile
Price per child -50% of the normal rate
NB! 1.12. – 10.1.  -25% of the normal rate

5 hour snowmobile safari to visit Snow Hotel

The Arctic Snow Hotel is located 35 km from the center of Rovaniemi at the Arctic Circle on the shore of a beautiful lake in the middle of peaceful Lappish nature. We will drive through the Lapland forests and over some frozen swamps and lakes. We will pass the farm village where some oldest houses were remained after the Second World War and a place where a wooden moose head dating back 8000 years was found. In the Snow Hotel you will also have the opportunity to taste the traditional Lappish cuisine in building called Kota. The route back will pass the same way.

Departure:
10:00, Monday, Wednesday, Friday
NB! The tour is available from 2nd of January 2012

Prices:
139 €  per person (if 2 adults on 1 snowmobile)
210 € per person (if 1 adult on 1 snowmobile)

Children (<15y) travel in a sleigh pulled by the snowmobile
Price per child -50% of the normal rate
NB! 1.12. – 10.1.  -25% of the normal rate

5 hour snowmobile safari to husky and reindeer farm

First we will drive our snowmobiles to the husky farm where you will have a ride with those powerful sled dogs. We have warm and very interesting break in a Lappish tepee where the farmers tell great stories about the life at the Husky farm. After the visit the safari continues to the reindeer farm where you experience totally different ride, now with the reindeer. You will take part of the Arctic Circle Crossing Ceremony and receive your international Reindeer Driver’s license! Traditional Lappish style lunch will be served during the safari.

Departure:
10:00, Monday, Thursday, Saturday

Prices:
225 € per person (if 2 adults on 1 snowmobile)
296 € per person (if 1 adult on 1 snowmobile)

Children (<15y) travel in a sleigh pulled by the snowmobile
Price per child -50% of the normal rate
NB! 1.12. – 10.1.  -25% of the normal rate

6-hour snowmobile safari to Reindeer Farm and Santa Claus village

The tour will start with the snowmobile safari to the Reindeer Farm where you will meet the animals and hear a lot of stories about the way of life in North told around an open fire in the Lappish tepee. You will cross the Arctic Circle will be awarded with the Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate. Beside that you will also receive an international reindeer driver’s license! After visiting the Farm, we will continue the journey by coach to the the Santa Claus Village where we will have lunch. After that you will be able to look around in the village  and even meet the Santa in person!

Departure:
10:00, every day

Prices:
175 € per person (if 2 adults on 1 snowmobile)
220 € per person (if 1 adult on 1 snowmobile)

Children (<15y) travel in a sleigh pulled by the snowmobile
Price per child -50% of the normal rate
NB! 1.12. – 10.1.  -25% of the normal rate

Unique Lapland Special: Private meeting with Santa Claus

Avoid the queues in Santa Claus office and book the private visit for your family! You will be greeted by personal Arctic Circle Elf who is guiding you through all the fascinating details of the Trail of Secrets, telling you unheard tales about Santa’s vehicles, the Arctic Circle and more. The highlight of your tour will be private meeting with Santa Claus in person. Duration of the meeting is approximately 20 minutes. Click here to check out Santa from the Live Camera!

Departure:
every day, time to be confirmed while booking

Price:
350 € (maximum 6 people in one family)

Price includes personal Elf guide, professional Elf photographer and one A4 photo with Santa Claus.
Additional photos can be purchased for extra charge. Transfers to the Santa Claus Office are not included in price, you can use the shuttle bus “Santa’s Express” from Rovaniemi center.


GENERAL INFORMATION

- Weekly winter programs will be organized from 1 December until April 2011 depending of the snow conditions.
- Bookings should be made at the latest 3 days before departure at 3 p.m.
- The minimum number of participants is two persons paying full price.
- Departure point of the safari will be informed while booking or in reasonable time before the travel date.
- Guidance for the safari will be always in English.
- The driver of a snowmobile has to be at least fifteen years old, and hold a valid driver’s license.
- The driver of the snowmobile is responsible for any possible damage caused to the snowmobile. All snowmobiles are insured (medical care and injuries), max self liability for damage caused to the snowmobile is 800 € per accident.
- If the temperature falls below -20 degrees Celsius, children will be taken to the visiting points by car if the destination can be reached by road.

The operator reserves the right to make alterations to the programs, price, duration or form of transportation without prior warning. This also concerns changes in programs as a result of weather conditions.


INQUIRIES AND BOOKINGS

e-mail: info@uniquelapland.com
Tel: +358 500 599 999