Inari-Saariselkä
Inari-Saariselkä
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In the far North of Finnish Lapland lies the arctic region of Inari-Saariselkä. The unique northern countryside, national parks, lake areas, rivers and highland fells offer a wealth of opportunities for year-round travel. The Northern Lights dance across the sky on up to 200 days a year. In summer, the midnight sun shines for two whole months in our region. Unique destination in the northernmost Finnish Lapland with pristine, unspoiled Arctic wilderness and high-quality services await you in the Far North. Here is where you find the genuine Lapland. #exploreinari #inthefarnorth
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travelbugDelhi
New Delhi, India754 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
There are lots of people who just visit Rovaneimi & SCV without venturing further inland. Inari is a good 4/5 hours drive through heavy snow, frozen lakes, white & green forests with tiny trails begging to be explored,huge snowbanks transforming Lapland into magical winterland ! There are a host of winter activities,the draw of NLs & the frozen stunning Lake inari.
Written 17 April 2019
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Iroda M
14 contributions
Dec 2018 • Friends
Small nice city! There was nice small cafe with reindeer burgers. A lot of snow and cute Christmas decoration. Many things to do. Good shopping centre. Really recommend this place to visit!
Written 11 December 2018
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b0ris2
Gisborne, Australia539 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
Inari is the kind of place you can only try to imagine if you have not taken the time to stay and see the beauty of this Lapland village.
Walking around you can take in the views over the marina with the rows of boats sitting peacefully on the water.
The local hotel sits a top the banks of the waterfront and has amazing views.
What they call the Sami centre is a huge building which houses a collection of items and information about the history of the Sami people and their reindeer.
Of course the drawcard to this area is the chance to see the Aurora. The Northern Lights are something you will never forget once you have seen them.
Walking around you can take in the views over the marina with the rows of boats sitting peacefully on the water.
The local hotel sits a top the banks of the waterfront and has amazing views.
What they call the Sami centre is a huge building which houses a collection of items and information about the history of the Sami people and their reindeer.
Of course the drawcard to this area is the chance to see the Aurora. The Northern Lights are something you will never forget once you have seen them.
Written 19 October 2018
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lucyprodworthy
Liverpool, UK1 contribution
Dec 2017
Unreal experience being able to do this! Seeing all the woods covered in snow with your own private dogs was just amazing.
Written 16 August 2018
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TheGreatestNomad
400 contributions
Dec 2017 • Couples
This place is high up north, with decent accomodations and hence, you can maximise your chance to see northern lights
Written 18 March 2018
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Pratik D
168 contributions
Sep 2017 • Business
A nice place to rome around for sometime there are many spots and restaurant nearby. Also can see snow during day time.
Written 30 January 2018
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Elizabeth C
Norfolk, VA100 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
We stayed just outside the town but we came in for an afternoon to explore. Nice to walk around to the different shops and restaurants.
Written 16 January 2018
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Jan C
Melbourne, Australia8 contributions
Aug 2017 • Solo
Stayed at Tradition Hotel Kultahovi which is located on a river. It's a pleasant place to stay and has excellent views of the rapids from the dining room and in my case, the bedroom as well. The Sami cultural centre is near and a cruise on Lake Inari is also an option.
Written 22 August 2017
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Jordan G
Jyväskylä, Finland5 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
You never can be bored on Saariselkä.
There are lot of activities . Nice to meet Saami people , and you will see one different world .
There are lot of activities . Nice to meet Saami people , and you will see one different world .
Written 22 January 2017
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funkypris
Hong Kong, China9 contributions
Feb 2016
Good to get in touch with the snows in the day. Can choose ranges of winter activities on the white land.
Be prepared to fight against sleepiness and the cold in the night for the fascinating northern lights! It is tough but sure will not regret when you see the aurora!
Be prepared to fight against sleepiness and the cold in the night for the fascinating northern lights! It is tough but sure will not regret when you see the aurora!
Written 17 October 2016
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Rachel H
Sheffield, UK17 contributions
We have booked a trip next year end of November
Am panicking now about the snow
Is there snow every year at this time in Saariselka
Thanks
Inari-Saariselkä
Lapland, Finland
Hello, Usually the snow comes in October / November, and stays until May. Good way to stay updated on the current situation is to follow @exploreinari on Instagram or Facebook. This year the first snow came in early October, melted after a day, and now (23.10.18) the temperature is below zero but there is no snow. Last year the permanent snow came around mid-October.
SamuelTeh
Shah Alam, Malaysia13 contributions
Hi, My wife and I would like to go for Aurora Hunting with Husky ride this December but unable to find a tour agency in Inari/Ivalo that offer the package. Can anybody share the contact if you have a good one? We have tried contacting Ivalo Safari and Extreme Huskies.
Inari-Saariselkä
Lapland, Finland
Hello, On inarisaariselka.fi website one can search for activity providers in the area. Hope you had a great trip! :)
Winniel
Singapore, Singapore111 contributions
Hi, for those who went in November, is there snow? Can we do the snow activities like husky/reindeer, snow-shoeing etc?
Inari-Saariselkä
Lapland, Finland
Hello, Usually the snow comes in October / November, and stays until May. Good way to stay updated on the current situation is to follow @exploreinari on Facebook.
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- We recommend booking Inari-Saariselkä tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 2 Inari-Saariselkä tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Inari-Saariselkä:
- (0.22 km) Northern Lights Village Saariselkä
- (0.24 km) Apartments Kuukkeli
- (0.25 km) Vacation home Tunturikuksa in Inari - 5 persons, 1 bedrooms
- (0.40 km) Holiday Club Saariselka
- (0.29 km) Apartments Kuukkeli Hirvas
- Restaurants near Inari-Saariselkä:
- (0.02 km) Pizzeria & Restaurant Fieno
- (0.19 km) Restaurant Petronella
- (0.25 km) Restaurant Pirkon Pirtti
- (0.31 km) Teerenpesa
- (0.18 km) Luulammen Kahvila
- Attractions near Inari-Saariselkä:
- (0.04 km) Polar Creek
- (0.05 km) Neste Oil Saariselkä
- (0.07 km) Urho Kekkonen National Park
- (0.15 km) Husky & Co
- (0.18 km) Saariselka Bowling