Wilderness Hotel Juutua – Tailor Made
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On this tailor-made trip, you get to design your perfect winter holiday. Once you have chosen when you want to travel and for how long (we recommend a minimum stay of three nights), you can choose from a range of winter activities to add to your trip at an additional cost. You can select as many or as few activities as you wish from the extensive range on the 'Personalise Tour' tab and tailor your trip as required. All activities are individually priced, and our Travel Experts can assist you with your selection and will then provide a personalised itinerary quotation for you.
Situated 250 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle, Inari's remote location is the ideal base for a winter short break. With untouched wilderness, dark night skies, and snow-laden landscapes, Inari is full of opportunities for Northern Lights hunting and Arctic experiences.
You can choose to spend your days snowmobiling, dog sledding, ice fishing, and learning about the fascinating Sámi culture for the full Finnish experience. At night, we have dedicated Aurora activities to choose from with expert local guides. Of course, your prime location also means that if conditions are right, you can simply walk from your hotel to the edge of the frozen lake and look up at Mother Nature's greatest show.
With welcoming hospitality, cosy accommodation, and plenty to do right from your doorstep, Wilderness Hotel Juutua provides you with an exceptional base for your tailor-made winter holiday.
If you would like to combine your stay at Inari with any of the other Wilderness Hotels, then please speak to one of our Aurora Travel Experts who will be more than happy to help.
Important Information
Itinerary
The order of activities listed in this agenda is provided for guidance only. Your final and detailed itinerary will be provided either with your final travel documents (which will be emailed to you around a week prior to departure), or upon arrival.
Activities
If you are travelling in the winter 2024/25 season Wilderness Hotels requires a minimum of 2 activities to be pre-booked at the time of reservation for 3 night stays, or a minimum of 3 activities to be pre-booked at the time of reservation for 4-7 night stays. For winter season 2025/26 this will increase to a minimum of 3 activities to be pre-booked for a 3-night stay and 4 activities to be pre-booked for a stay of 4-7 nights.
Itinerary
What's included?
- Flights: Return flights from London to Ivalo. (flight routes are subject to change)
- Transfers: Return group scheduled airport transfers
- Accommodation: Minimum of three nights in an Arctic Room room (upgrade options are available, subject to availability and supplement)
- Meals: Full board
- The services of our local guide
- Cold weather clothing for the duration of your stay
- 24/7 assistance from our UK-based operations team and in-destination support from our local partners
Accommodation
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Wilderness Hotel Juutua is situated right in the heart of Inari village in Northeast Finland, on the banks of the river which shares its name. Guests can enjoy walks through the village, enjoy the small selection of shops, the Sami Siida Museum and importantly gain access to some incredible Aurora viewing territory within moments of stepping outside the hotel.
Inari is at the heart of the indigenous Sami culture in Finland. These links are not lost in this recently refurbished hotel, with the interior drawing on the local heritage and combining it with the chic, Scandinavian design that the Wilderness Hotels are now so well known for.
The hotel consists of two buildings. The main building houses the reception, lounge and bar area, as well as the famous Restaurant Aanaar. The Wilderness Rooms are located on the top floor.
A short walk from the hotel you will find the second building which houses the Arctic Premium Rooms and Juutua Suites.
Restaurant Aanaar is a highly regarded fine dining restaurant which is popular with visitors and locals alike in the region. The menu here reflects regional dishes unique to Lapland and uses as many fresh, local ingredients as possible which are all sourced through a network of small, independent suppliers. This is an excellent base for those who enjoy their food!
Double Wilderness Room
These rooms are in the main building of the hotel and as this is the original hotel building, they are slightly smaller than some of the other rooms. Recently renovated though, they are very tastefully decorated and offer a cosy base with very easy access to the restaurant of course (no need for winter clothing as you simply walk downstairs).
Each room has an ensuite bathroom with a wet-room shower (includes toiletries), they offer a flat screen TV, hairdryer and a kettle. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. All of the Wilderness Rooms in the main building are double rooms and cannot be turned into twins.
Juutua Suite
These upgraded rooms are a very short walk from the main hotel building. Every suite has either a terrace or balcony (depending on which floor they are on) ideal for Northern Lights viewing in the middle of the night! They each have their own private sauna too which is perfect for relaxing after a day of winter adventures. The rooms also have their own tea and coffee-making facilities fridge and hairdryers.
Arctic Premium Room
These rooms are situated just a short walk from the main hotel and restaurant. They can be either double or twin and provide a relaxing and cosy retreat. Some of the Arctic rooms offer the space for an extra bed (on request).
They each have an en-suite bathroom with shower, as well as tea and coffee making facilities and Wi-Fi.
There is also an Arctic Family Room available which offers a double bed and a separate bedroom with twin beds, as well as a sofa bed, meaning that there is space for up to 5 people.
Personalise This Tour
Experience the beautiful wilderness on this snowshoe walk in search of the Northern Lights. You’ll meet with your local guide who will show you how to use your pair of snowshoes to walk easily across the snowy trails. Moving silently into the forest, you’ll reach a campfire where you’ll enjoy warm drinks and look to the skies for signs of the Aurora. You will be out for approximately 3 hours.
Duration: 3 hours
Spend the day outdoors and try ice fishing in the traditional Finnish way. Meeting with your local guide, you’ll take a snowmobile sleigh ride to the best ice fishing spots. You’ll learn how to make a hole through the ice and then try winter fishing for yourself. You’ll also enjoy open lunch by the open fire and warm drinks.
Duration: 4 hours
Meet Lapland’s favourite animals during your visit to the reindeer farm. You’ll meet with a local reindeer herder who will introduce you to his reindeer and tell you all about the life of a herder and the Sámi culture.
Duration: 2 hours
Spend the day outdoors and try ice fishing in the traditional Finnish way. Meeting with your local guide, you’ll take a snowmobile sleigh ride to the best ice fishing spots. You’ll learn how to make a hole through the ice and then try winter fishing for yourself. You’ll also enjoy open lunch by the open fire and warm drinks. You will be out for approximately 4 hours.
As the Sámi capital of Finland, your time in Inari wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Sámi Museum and Nature Centre to learn more about the culture and northern nature.
Starting from the hotel, you’ll walk 1km by the side of the beautiful river Juutua to the museum. You will get familiar with the rich and varied history of the Sámi people and their role in modern-day Lapland. You’ll also gain an understanding of all 8 seasons of Lapland and see the wonders of Arctic Nature. Finish your visit with a stop in the gift shop selling handmade products to take back home as souvenirs or presents.
Duration: You will be out for approximately 3 hours
Head out to a prime Aurora viewing position on this night-time activity in search of the Northern Lights. Meeting with your local guide, you’ll sit comfortably in a sleigh as your guide pulls you along on their snowmobile. Keep your eyes looking at the dark night skies as you make your way to the camp where a campfire awaits. Here, you’ll enjoy a hot drink while your guide tells you stories about the Aurora. If the conditions are right, you’ll be in one of the top places in the world to see the Northern Lights.
Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
Go in search of clear skies and the Northern Lights during this Aurora hunt by car. Meeting with your local guide, you’ll drive to a camp spot further into the wilderness where you’ll enjoy warm drinks and snacks. Here, you’ll listen to stories about the Northern Lights as you search the skies for the green dancing lights.
Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
Head out to a prime Aurora viewing position on this night-time activity in search of the Northern Lights. Meeting with your local guide, you’ll sit comfortably in a sleigh as your guide pulls you along on their snowmobile. Keep your eyes looking at the dark night skies as you make your way to the camp where a campfire awaits. Here, you’ll enjoy a hot drink while your guide tells you stories about the Aurora. If the conditions are right, you’ll be in one of the top places in the world to see the Northern Lights. You will be out for approximately 3 hours.
Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
Experience the beautiful wilderness on this snowshoe walk in search of the Northern Lights. You’ll meet with your local guide who will show you how to use your pair of snowshoes to walk easily across the snowy trails. Moving silently into the forest, you’ll reach a campfire where you’ll enjoy warm drinks and look to the skies for signs of the Aurora. You will be out for approximately 3 hours.
Duration: 3 hours
You can hire a set of skis and test yourself on the cross-country skiing trails around Inari or go trekking through the snow on snowshoes. Price based on per person, per day
Enjoy a snowmobile safari in the surrounding wilderness.
Your guide will familiarise you with the snowmobile and its controls (there really aren’t many), providing a full safety briefing with instructions. It will then be time to set off, two people per snowmobile, on a guided excursion, typically following trails across Lake Inari.
The distance you cover will depend on the group, but the activity will last for around two hours in total and you will have the opportunity to swap drivers halfway.
If you wish to drive your own snowmobile, please ask our Aurora Travel Experts for a quotation.
Please note: the driver must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driving licence.
Duration: approximately 2 hours
| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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Additional Info
Price is based on 2 persons travelling
Tour terms, click here
Booking conditions click here
Payment and Cancellation Terms:
If you are travelling early in the winter season and there is not enough snowfall, then some activities may be adapted by the local team, or alternatives provided, to ensure everyone’s safety and comfort. For more information on this, please see section 11 of our booking terms and conditions.
Key Facts
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