Tobogganing in Finnish Lapland
Head to the nearby slopes and whizz your way down at breakneck speed- luckily you have soft snow to cushion you if you fall!
A toboggan differs from most sleds or sleighs in that it has no runners or skis (or only low ones) on the underside. The bottom of a toboggan rides directly on the snow.
The traditional toboggan is made of bound, parallel wood slats although modern toboggans can also be made of aluminum or plastic. In Finnish Lapland there are slopes dedicated to tobogganing so you do not need to worry about getting in the way of any hikers or snowmobiles.
Tours Featuring This Experience
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A magical trip to visit Santa Claus
A trip to Finnish Lapland is an unforgettable experience full of treasured memories you will keep for a lifetime. Here, we bring the fairy-tale stories of Lapland to life with enchanting encounters with elves, reindeer, huskies and of course, Santa Claus.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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Rovaniemi Christmas Chalets
Our magical Christmas chalets offer an authentic winter wonderland experience for a memorable family stay. Despite feeling tucked away, the chalets are just a 5-minute drive to Rovaniemi, offering convenient access to Lapland's winter activities.
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Lapland Luxury Chalet
Scott Dunn offer a selection of hand-picked wooden chalets dotted around Lapland with up to 10 bedrooms making them the perfect choice for larger groups. Expect charming decor, superb facilities and ample space and postcard wintry Lapland views.
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Beana Laponia
Beana Laponia is an adults-only boutique hotel in the heart of Finnish Lapland. Surrounded by a mesmerizing snowy landscape, Beana Laponia offers a wilderness hideaway with an abundance of winter activities on its doorstep.
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Golden Crown Glass Igloos
Golden Crown Glass Igloos are a collection of just 27 igloos, from where, with luck, you can spot the Northern Lights from your bed! The igloos are dotted along the ridge of a fell with stunning views over Finnish Lapland's unspoiled wilderness.
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Wilderness Hotel Inari
Wilderness Hotel Inari enjoys an enviable location in Northern Lapland on the edge of Lake Inari, making it the perfect spot to enjoy endless snowy views with optimal chances of spotting the elusive Northern Lights.
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Wilderness Hotel Nangu
Wilderness Hotel Nangu is located in a remote spot on the southern shore of Lake Inari, with breath-taking views, perfect for experiencing the Northern Lights! As an adults-only destination this is the perfect escape for couples or friends.
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Octola
Octola is a luxury 10-bedroom wilderness chalet perfect for small groups or large families. Located on a private wilderness reserve in Finnish Lapland, surrounded by wild reindeer, the chalet offers ultimate privacy, customized exclusively for you.
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Javri Lodge
Javri Lodge is a stunning adults-only chalet-style property situated in the beautiful setting of Saariselkä in Finnish Lapland. It is the perfect for couples to get away from it all and cozy up by the fire after a full day of activities out in the snow.
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Aurora Village
Aurora village offers cozy Aurora Cabins where you can relax in your bed and watch the sky above through a glass ceiling. With just 25 cabins there is plenty of privacy for you to enjoy excellent service and the surrounding Lapland winter wonderland.
More Experiences in This Area
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Visit Santa Claus
Venture through the snowy Lappish wilderness in true, authentic Finnish style, snug in your wooden reindeer sleigh, for a private visit to Lapland's most famous resident, Santa Claus.
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Aurora Snowmobiling
Take a snowmobile across the snowy landscape in search of the Northern Lights. Once darkness has fallen, you will drive away from artificial lights and towards the Lappish wilderness. If the weather is clear, you will hopefully see the Lights dancing!
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Snowshoeing at Beana Laponia
Explore the wilderness of Finnish Lapland by snowshoe, one of the Lapland's traditional methods of transport. Your expert guide will teach you how to walk before leading you through forests, keeping your eyes peeled for glimpses of the region's wildlife.
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Northern Lights tour by snowmobile
Take a snowmobile across the snowy landscape in search of the Northern Lights. Once darkness has fallen, you will drive away from artificial lights and towards the Lappish wilderness. If the weather is clear, you will hopefully see the Lights dancing!
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Visit a reindeer farm
Enjoy an unforgettable visit to see where Santa's loyal companions, his reindeer, live. Learn about the ways of reindeer husbandry and the special relationship between the herder and their animals.
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Aurora Snowshoeing
Enjoy a snowshoe adventure across the wintry landscape in search of the Northern Lights. Once darkness has fallen, head away from the lights and towards the Lappish wilderness. If the weather is clear, you will hopefully see the Lights dancing!
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Husky Safari
Husky sledding is a unique and thrilling Finnish experience and an opportunity for a close encounter with the excitable Lappish husky dogs. You'll travel through the snowy wilderness on a comfortable sled pulled by a group of huskies.
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Snowmobile Try-out
A highlight of any Arctic adventure, a snowmobile is a magical and exhilarating way to discover the incredible snowy landscape of Finnish Lapland.
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Snowshoeing
Take part in a snowshoeing expedition exploring the woodland around your hotel. You will be glad to have these specially-adapted shoes as you make your way down less-trodden paths in the deep snow.