Snowshoeing · Saariselkä
How to choose
Snowshoeing outings in Saariselkä span prices from 75 € to 184 €, with durations ranging from 2h to 4h across four local operators. Outings designated as “Occasionally sporty” last from 2h to 2.5h and cost between 75 € and 150 €, taking you into spots such as Urho Kekkonen National Park. If you prefer evening or night outings, two options cost between 95 € and 110 € and run from 2h to 2.5h, including one dedicated northern lights safari with Safartica at 95 €. For a longer combined experience, two tours paired with ice fishing run for 4h and range from 169 € to 184 €. Among these, the 169 € excursion with Lapland Welcome is rated “Everybody welcome”. Choose a standard 2-hour or 2.5-hour daytime trek for a straightforward trek, or pick a 4-hour ice-fishing combination if you want a slower-paced excursion accessible to all.
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Our picks
Snowshoeing Excursion in Urho Kekkonen National Park from Saariselkä
This 2-hour outing with Outdoor Expert Saariselkä costs 75 €.
Northern Lights Snowshoeing Safari in Saariselkä
This 2.5-hour northern lights safari costs 95 € with Safartica.
Snowshoeing and Ice Fishing Excursion from Saariselkä
A 4-hour ice fishing combination from Lapland Welcome priced at 169 €.
Frequently asked questions
What months are snowshoeing tours available in Saariselkä?
Tours run from December to March.
How long do the snowshoe outings last?
Outings last between 2h and 4h, depending on the operator and whether the trek includes additional activities like ice fishing.
What physical levels are required for these excursions?
Five outings are rated “Occasionally sporty”, while one 4-hour tour with Lapland Welcome is rated “Everybody welcome”.
What languages do the guides speak?
English is spoken on six offers across all operators. Outdoor Expert Saariselkä, Safartica, and Arctic Timetravels also guide in Finnish.
Where do the snowshoe tours meet?
Outdoor Expert Saariselkä meets at Lutontie 3, while Safartica meets at Lutontie 16 or offers select pick-ups. Arctic Timetravels and Lapland Welcome also arrange pick-ups from listed locations in Saariselkä.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11 °C | 21.8 mm | Good |
| February | -10.5 °C | 22.3 mm | Peak |
| March | -7.2 °C | 23.5 mm | Good |
| April | -1.5 °C | 30.8 mm | Possible |
| May | 3.4 °C | 55 mm | Off season |
| June | 10.8 °C | 69.3 mm | Off season |
| July | 15 °C | 68.1 mm | Off season |
| August | 11.7 °C | 69.9 mm | Off season |
| September | 8.3 °C | 49.8 mm | Off season |
| October | 0.1 °C | 51.5 mm | Off season |
| November | -2.7 °C | 43.4 mm | Possible |
| December | -7 °C | 31.2 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear warm winter layers, waterproof trousers, a fleece, thermal gloves, and a beanie suitable for cold outdoor conditions.
Getting there
Tours start directly from provider offices along Lutontie or Kelotie, with several operators providing pre-arranged pick-up in Saariselkä.
See also
Other activities in Saariselkä
Updated September 2026