SAARISELKÄ GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
1.5-Hour Snowshoe Wandering into Saariselkä’s Snowy Forest
A beginner-focused guided outing that leads adults and older children into untouched snow and groomed trails for a quiet introduction to Lapland’s winter woods.
1.5-Hour Snowshoe Wandering into Saariselkä’s Snowy Forest.
Embark on a serene, 1.5-hour snowshoe tour designed especially for beginners. You’ll traverse a snowy forest—partly on untouched landscapes and partly on ready-made trails—while knowledgeable guides share insights about local flora and fauna and the chance to spot wildlife such as snow grouse or a fox.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Snow‑cloaked forest and quiet tracks
The route threads between ready-made trails and pockets of untouched deep snow, offering a compact but evocative taste of Saariselkä’s winter woodland.
Guided eyes for local fauna
Guides point out signs of wildlife you might encounter on the walk; the itinerary notes the possibility of seeing species such as snow grouse or even a fox.
Designed for beginners and older children
This guided wandering is tailored to newcomers to snowshoeing and is suitable for adults and older children—participants under seven years old are not accepted.
What the day feels like
What to Expect
Over roughly 90 minutes you’ll set out from the meeting point with a guide, move between prepared trails and quieter, untouched sections of forest, and pause as the guide interprets tracks, plant life, and the occasional glimpse of wildlife.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided outing lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
Meet at Lapponia Tours — Honkapolku 1 before the start of the tour.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the snowshoe tour?
The guided snowshoe wandering lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
What is the minimum age for participants?
The tour is for ages 7 and up; it is not suitable for children under 7 years old.
Where do we meet for the tour?
The meeting location is Lapponia Tours — Honkapolku 1.
Will we see wildlife on the walk?
Guides may point out signs of wildlife and there is a possibility of seeing species such as snow grouse or a fox during the tour.
Is the tour suitable for first-time snowshoers?
Yes — the tour is designed especially for beginners, with guide instruction and a beginner-friendly pace.
What terrain does the tour cover?
The route alternates between ready-made trails and untouched snowy landscapes within the forest.