Arctic Finland – in the heart of the Sami Lapland 2027

SUMMARY

Date: Thursday February 25th to Thursday March 4th 2027 – 7 nights/ 8 days

Guide: Maarit our local guide with support from the WalkingWomen team throughout.

Walking Grade: Goat 2 – this is a cultural experience as well as a chance to try some arctic activities. It is not dedicated to one sport and it is for people who would like to try out new winter activities whilst meeting local people and finding out about life of the indigenous Sami community.

If snow conditions allow you will try cross country skiing, snow shoeing , ice fishing and winter hiking. You will also visit a women run reindeer farm, visit the Sami Parliament and visit the Sami Museum.

Base:  Crow Creek Cabins, Inari Village in the North of Lapland in Arctic Finland. There is an option to stay in the Hotel at an extra cost of 100 euros per night.

We stay  in a pine tree forest on the edge of Inari . It is a 1.2 km walk to the hotel where we have breakfast and our evening meals. You need to be up for walking although there is transport if conditions are especially poor. Last year our walking women enjoyed the walk especially in the evening when we had glimpses of the northern lights.

You will have your own private cabin equipped with a small kitchen and ensuite. They are rustic but extremely quiet and a peaceful stay away from any hustle and bustle.

If there are 2 of you sharing we have rooms in the hotel or the Inari Village as the cabins are a little tight for two!

Highlights:

• Arctic Finland Wilderness – right up in the Sami region of Lapland
• Finnish hospitality
• Dark skies and the chance to see the Northern Lights ( maybe !)
• A chance to understand the Sami culture and life in Lapland.
• An active week full of fabulous activities
• The optional Husky ride was a hit in 2026.

Arrivals: Thursday Feb 25th – the nearest airport is Ivalo approx 48km/50 minutes away. There are many flights from Helsinki and some direct from London and other locations. You can also travel by train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi and catch a bus( Flixibus travel this route).

Meeting Time : Between 15.00 and 16.00 at Ivalo Airport for a Group Transfer 18.00ish in Inari if you are travelling direct.

We will discuss travel plans and pick ups with you once we know flight and train schedules in 2027. We will have a mini bus with us for the trip.

Departures: Thursday March 4th . Be sure to book flights/buses for after 12:00.

Hotel Inari operates a pick up and departure service from all of their accommodation ( Crow Creek Cabins included ) . They will pick up and return for any flights. Cost is between 40 and 70 euros per person.

Price: £Coming Soon solo occupancy  in a self contained cabin for a full week inclusive of:

• Arrival pick up from Ivalo Airport or the closest bus station.
• Private self contained cabin – ensuite
• All Breakfast, lunches and evening meals (some in the hotel and some in local traditional restaurants)
• Transport required throughout the week
• Experienced local guiding
• Time with the local Sami community and entrance to the Museum
• Equipment hire for your winter activities
• An Aurora sauna during the week at the hotel
• WalkingWomen personalise support throughout.

The price is £Coming Soon per person if you bring a friend/partner and share a room there will be a discount.

Not included:

• Travel to Inari
• Additional drinks from the bar
• Activities not included in the itinerary.

DETAILS

Our trips our centred around our local guides – they are at the heart. Maarit gives you an experience which is priceless – in the wilderness and as close to pristine nature as possible. In a land where we can immerse ourselves in the culture of the local Sami community. We are delighted to bring you to the Inari area in Arctic Finland. The area offers enough flat trails that are good for beginners plus you can ski,snowshoe,hike across a frozen Lake (weather conditions permitting)

Maarit, our local guide, has friends in the area and she is looking forward to helping you discover the Arctic.

ITINERARY

Activities may change depending on the weather and at the discretion of the guide. We have planned the following and will extend or shorten depending on the group,the light and the temperature

Thursday 25th Feb : Arrival 15.00 – 16.00 in Inari – airport or bus station.

There are so many ways to travel we will discuss with you and finalise plans for pick ups with you.

Settle in, a welcome briefing and dinner in the hotel restaurant.

Friday will be an orientation morning and a chance to test equipment before going out for a short afternoon activity.

Saturday to Wednesday we will be doing activities outdoors starting after breakfast at 9.30am and finishing at around 16.00. We will brief you on which day things will happen nearer the time as it will depend on conditions. You will need flexibility and a spirit of adventure.

We will also be visiting the Sami Museum , meeting with Reindeers and having a talk from a local Sami women.

Departure Thursday 4th March – we have breakfast at Hotel Inari and return to the airport leaving around 10am. Book flights after 12 noon if you can.