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Other Winter Activities
NORTHERN LIGHTS
There is a good chance of seeing the Aurora Borealis
during your stay, even from just outside your cabin door. Some of the trips
below also run in the evenings, giving a chance of seeing this amazing natural
display if conditions are right
There are many activities to enjoy in this magnificent winter
wonderland.
These are easy to arrange with local English-speaking
companies
SNOWMOBILE EXCURSIONS
Organised group excursions take place throughout
the week. Trips can last a couple of hours or all day, taking in the fantastic
scenery of the forests and fells. Young children are towed behind the
leader in a special sled. Drive your own , or share 2 to a
snowmobile
Or, it is possible to hire snowmobiles and explore on your own
(only recommended for those with experience)
Don't forget your driving
licence
 HUSKIES
Visit a nearby husky farm. Drive your own
sled pulled by a team of huskies
SNOWSHOE EXCURSIONS
Join an organised trip from the vilage or hire
your own snowshoes and explore
REINDEER
Visit a reindeer herder and learn all about reindeer husbandry.
Take a ride in a reindeer sledge
HORSE RIDING
Ride an Icelandic pony through the local landscape
ANIMAL
FARM
Animals, horse riding, short husky trips, children's snowmobiling,
tobogganing & more
ICE SKATING
5 km track skating around lake Yllasjarvi
(hire equipment at Yllas Adventures)
ICE FISHING or, for the brave, winter icehole swimming followed by a
lakeside sauna and a restaurant meal
LAINIO SNOW VILLAGE
Visit this
ice hotel set in beautiful peaceful forest. There is an icehotel, restaurant,
bar and ice sculptures to enjoy
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