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Reindeer in the Arctic Tundra of Utsjoki
Travel Utsjoki
We welcome You to join us for a day with our reindeer on the fells in Utsjoki, Northernmost Finnish Lapland. You can sit comfortably and safe in a sleigh and watch and learn about traditional Sámi reindeer herding, and if you wish, also participate in feeding our reindeer. During the tour, you get to see the magnificent fell view of Paistunturi wilderness area, listen to stories about life in the Arctic and reindeer herding, enjoy some hot drinks and see reindeer in their natural habitat in the wilderness. This kind of tour is something unique and original to experience!
Northern Lights Trip On Showshoes
Nuorgamin Lomakeskus
The Nuorgam region is Finland’s northernmost place to view the Northern Lights. Our northern location without artificial light pollution gives you plenty of opportunities for watching the night sky and filming the Northern Lights in a variety of different environments, from river landscapes to the shores of the Arctic Ocean.The Nuorgam region is Finland’s northernmost place to view the Northern Lights. Our northern location without artificial light pollution gives you plenty of opportunities for watching the night sky and filming the Northern Lights in a variety of different environments, from river landscapes to the shores of the Arctic Ocean. Guided Northern Lights trips help you explore the night-time Arctic nature and discover places where the skies are best. Weather permitting, you have a good opportunity of seeing an unforgettable Northern Lights performance. The guide will give you tips on how to capture the Northern Lights with your camera while telling you tales of the wondrous Aurora Borealis. During the excursion, hot drinks will be served.
Easy snowshoeing in the silent wilderness of Utsjoki
Travel Utsjoki
Snowshoeing is a fun, safe and easy way to get around in snow. Our local guide will take you to experience the beautiful and peaceful forests and fells of Utsjoki region. There is no need to be an athlete, as we can modify the route to different fitness levels! The technique of walking with snowshoes is basically like normal walking, but you have a larger footprint and "claws" that enable you to walk on snow easily, even uphill and downhill.
Full-day Ice Fishing Trip for Experienced Fishermen
Arctic Camera tmi
We depart from Arctic Raja Inn, from Näätämö to an guided ice fishing trip to fells of the wilderness area. The lakes are known especially for their good-sized perch and grayling. The trip offers you an unforgettable experience, where you can enjoy the silence of the wilderness and the wintery fell nature. Experienced fishermen can utilize their skills in demanding conditions, and with the help of the guide, the best ice fishing spots can be selected. You can choose whether you want to travel in the guide's snowmobile sleigh or drive your own snowmobile. The journey to the ice fishing lake takes an hour and a half, depending on the weather and ice conditions. The one-way drive is approximately 25 km. During the ice fishing, we enjoy outdoor snacks and coffee/tea by the campfire, while you admire the fell landscape that opens up around you. Traveling with a local guide also ensures that the route is chosen in a safe and sustainable way, taking into account local weather conditions, nature and reindeer herding. Your guide will also share stories about the nature of the area and the local culture.
Snowmobiling
Nuorgamin Lomakeskus
Wintertime makes Nuorgam a superior place for snowmobile riding due to its outstanding location and many different routes. You can choose snowmobile day trips from a short ice fishing trip to an Arctic Ocean safari covering hundreds of kilometres. The snowmobile routes traverse varying terrain: open fell highland, coniferous forest zone, frozen swamps between the rugged fells and the great ice of the frozen Tenojoki River. A theme for each snowmobiling day can be chosen according to the terrain. If you want, we can organise local guides to order to accompany you on your day trip or take you in a sled pulled by a snowmobile for a trip into the fell highlands. The village of Nuorgam has fuel sales and a service station, and a snowmobile repair shop that also sells spare parts. You can purchase permits for the Finnish side of the border online at Eraluvat.fi. No special permits are needed for riding a snowmobile on the Norwegian side of the border
Guided Hike to Fells by Utsjoki Village
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Utsjoki is a village nestled between the fells in Northernmost Finnish Lapland. Pure nature awaits right at your door. Join us on a day hike to the nearby fells - safely and guided. Let the wide-open landscapes with rolling fells and river valleys take your breath away, while our local guide tells you about the indigenous Sámi livelihoods and culture in Utsjoki region. Our trek is 6 km with elevation as high as 300 meters. If you are capable to walk this distance on uneven terrain, you can take part on our tour. We hike on a pace that is comfortable for participants. We will enjoy small snacks and hot drinks in a traditional lávvu-hut or while admiring the view from the highest fell-top.
A DAY ON THE SHORES OF THE ARCTIC OCEAN
Nuorgamin Lomakeskus
The day commences with transportation to the Norwegian side of the border. First we visit the Nesseby fishing village of the indigenous Coastal Sámi in Varangerfjord, which lies on the shores of the Arctic Ocean. The Arctic Ocean never freezes over, so it constantly offers changing sceneries with crystal clear waters. On the return journey we will visit the Varanger Sámi Museum (Várjjat Sámi Musea).
Northern Lights Trip on Snowmobiles
Nuorgamin Lomakeskus
The Nuorgam region is Finland’s northernmost place to view the Northern Lights. Our northern location without artificial light pollution gives you plenty of opportunities for watching the night sky and filming the Northern Lights in a variety of different environments, from river landscapes to the shores of the Arctic Ocean. Guided Northern Lights trips help you explore the night-time Arctic nature and discover places where the skies are best. Weather permitting, you have a good opportunity of seeing an unforgettable Northern Lights performance. The guide will give you tips on how to capture the Northern Lights with your camera while telling you tales of the wondrous Aurora Borealis. During the excursion, hot drinks will be served.
Riverboat Trip on The Tenojoki River:
Nuorgamin Lomakeskus
You will get to admire spectacular landscapes basking in the Midnight Sun while sailing the salmon river. Tenojoki is the longest and most important salmon river in Europe and marks the border between Finland and Norway. The trip is done aboard a traditional riverboat to Alaköngäs during the Midnight Sun or in the daytime later in the autumn. When you return to the Holiday Village, you can warm yourself by the fire while savouring hot drinks and snacks.
PADDLING ON THE TENOJOKI RIVER AND OTHER SURFACE
Nuorgamin Lomakeskus
TENOJOKI AND NUORGAMI’S SUVANTO ARE PERFECTLY SUITABLE FOR RELAXING PADDLE Our canoes are high-quality Finnish Anar anchor canoes, which are perfectly suitable for two people. For a canoe trip, you need weather-appropriate clothing and suitable shoes, and depending on the length of the trip, picnic lunches. From Lomakylä’s beach, you can directly reach Nuorgam backwater, where the river flows downstream at a steady pace. For example, you can paddle to the Norwegian side to the first village Polmak or further towards Tenonvuono. Canoe trip recommendations Nuorgam backwater Nuorgam – Pulmanki Lake Pulmankijärvi From Pulmankijärvi Alapulmankijoki to Teno From us you can get transport (pickups and exports) to Pulmankijärvi and other agreed places.
Fell Enchantment Snowshoe Excursion
Nuorgamin Lomakeskus
Guided snowshoe trip into Nuorgam’s fell highlands, Arctic nature and tranquillity. Admire the beauty and grandness of nature as the guide tells you more about this Arctic nature, its wildlife and local culture. Hot drinks or packed lunches will be served by the campfire. Prices 75 €/person, min 2 adults (2 h) 90 €/person, min 2 adults (3-4 h, incl picnic lunch) Price incl. Guidence in English. equipments, warm drink or picnic lunch Duration 2 or 3-4 hours Availability December – April
Ice-fishing on the fells of Utsjoki
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Ice fishing is a traditional way of catching fish in winter, when lakes are frozen. Join a local guide for a half-day tour on the fells and learn to catch your own fish! We will take you to the fells on a snowmobile and sleigh ride. We stop at a fell lake and try to catch arctic char and brown trout with an ice fishing rod. The guide will teach you how to fish and help you with using the rod. If you are lucky and get a catch, we can cook the fish for you on open fire. We enjoy hot drinks and snacks and sit comfortably on reindeer hides, admiring the silence and beauty of the wilderness around us. On our ice fishing trips, we only fish from waters that are too high in fish stock. This way we avoid exploiting the nature but restore balance of the lake, while having a nice time in the wilderness and learning new skills.