Snowshoeing · Oulu
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Guided snowshoe outings in Oulu range from 85 € to 129 € and last between 2h and 2.5h. If you want to explore the coastal winter environment by daylight, Nallikari Safaris runs sea ice trips starting directly from Nallikari. Their 2-hour arctic sea tour costs 85 €, while their 2.5-hour trek on frozen sea ice costs 85 € and is rated for the occasionally sporty participant, with guiding in English and Finnish. Alternatively, the evening outing by @rootedlapland links Oulu to Kemi on an aurora-themed route for 129 € across 2.5h. Choose the coastal excursions from Nallikari for open daylight sea-ice trekking, or pick the night-time route towards Kemi if you want an evening outing focused on silence and northern lights.
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Frequently asked questions
What months are snowshoe tours available in Oulu?
Snowshoe outings in Oulu operate from December to March.
How long do the snowshoe outings last?
Tours last between 2h and 2.5h depending on the operator and route.
What is the physical level required for snowshoeing in Oulu?
The 2.5-hour frozen sea ice tour with Nallikari Safaris is rated occasionally sporty.
What languages are the tours guided in?
Nallikari Safaris provides guiding in English and Finnish on their 2.5-hour frozen sea ice tour.
Where is the meeting point for snowshoeing from Nallikari?
For Nallikari Safaris, the meeting point is at Nallikari Safaris Experience Centre, Nallikarinranta 10, 90510 Oulu, Finland.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6.7 °C | 42.5 mm | Good |
| February | -6.3 °C | 33.4 mm | Peak |
| March | -3.5 °C | 34.7 mm | Good |
| April | 2.1 °C | 36.8 mm | Poor |
| May | 7.4 °C | 56.2 mm | Off season |
| June | 14 °C | 36.1 mm | Off season |
| July | 17.7 °C | 35.8 mm | Off season |
| August | 15.6 °C | 73.3 mm | Off season |
| September | 11.5 °C | 45.5 mm | Off season |
| October | 4.4 °C | 69.7 mm | Off season |
| November | 1.6 °C | 48.3 mm | Poor |
| December | -2.1 °C | 40.3 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in warm layers with winter trousers, a windproof jacket, insulated gloves, and a woollen hat.
Getting there
For excursions departing with Nallikari Safaris, travel to Nallikarinranta 10 in Oulu.
See also
Other activities in Oulu
Updated September 2026