All Northern Lights enthusiasts should have their sights set on Finland's far north and this four-day trip gives you every opportunity to view the celestial spectacle. Situated miles away from any possible source of light pollution, high up in the Arctic at just the right latitude, Nellim is one of the best spots from which to see the Northern Lights. In between sky gazing, dogsledding and other Lapland adventures, all the traditional delights of an old-fashioned log cabin holiday await!
Northern Lights at Nellim
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At a glance…
A four-day tailor-made break in Finnish Lapland hunting the auroras
» 4 day tailor-made holiday
» Accommodation: Superior A higher standard of accommodation with a better range and quality of facilities, often in a good location (typically 4 stars)
» Price from: £2,150 pp incl. flights
Day by day itinerary
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Day 1 » Arrive in Finnish Lapland
Fly first to Helsinki, and connect with a flight up into Finnish Lapland and the town of Ivalo. You’ll then be transferred to your cosy lodge at the Nellim Wilderness Hotel, and have time to settle in before you enjoy an evening trying to spot the Northern Lights!
Stay: Nellim Wilderness Hotel
Meals: Dinner
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Day 2 » Husky sledding & Northern Lights hunting
Today is the day to practice your dogsledding skills, as you’ll spend three hours mushing across Lake Inari – all frozen over into icy splendour. After enjoying the thrills of this timeless mode of transport, sampling the views and the excitement of controlling the pack, head back to the hotel for lunch and a relaxing afternoon – activities resume with an Aurora Workshop (teaching you about the science behind the Northern Lights), dinner and then when darkness falls, head out into the wilderness on a guided snowshoeing expedition. With luck, the Northern Lights will be active and you'll be treated to a magical show.
Stay: Nellim Wilderness Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 » Snowmobiling safari
Swap the dogs for an engine instead – the morning’s activities involve a guided snowmobile safari, taking you far out into the wilderness and showcasing the beauty of the winter landscape and its inhabitants. A wilderness lunch taken by an open campfire is also included.
Later this evening, you’ll also be able to catch a snowmobile sleigh to another secluded camp where you’ll have a fantastic final chance to view the aurora.
Stay: Nellim Wilderness Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 » Return to UK
Transfer to the airport for your return flights, before continuing your journey home.
Meals: Breakfast
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To book call us on:
At a glance…
A four-day tailor-made break in Finnish Lapland hunting the auroras
» 4 day tailor-made holiday
» Accommodation: Superior A higher standard of accommodation with a better range and quality of facilities, often in a good location (typically 4 stars)
» Price from: £2,150 pp incl. flights
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