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Ski Touring in Finnish Lapland

Ski Touring in Finnish Lapland
Ski Touring in Finnish Lapland
Ski Touring in Finnish Lapland
Ski Touring in Finnish Lapland
Ski Touring in Finnish Lapland

Join certified guide Ville for an epic ski touring adventure in Finland's majestic fjells. Experience five days of breathtaking ascents and descents amidst the stunning landscapes of Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park!

Group

5 Days

Feb

Intermediate


Highlights

  • Discover the vastness of Lapland's open fell tops on a thrilling ski touring experience
  • Experience thrilling ascents and descents, ranging from 150 to 400 meters
  • Be captivated by the mesmerizing dance of the aurora borealis

Description

Join us for an unforgettable ski touring adventure on the majestic fjells of Finland. Each day, we'll set out on multiple ascents and descents, with vertical heights ranging from 150 to 400 meters,. In February, the night sky often dazzles with the spectacular Northern Lights, adding a truly magical touch to your experience.

Breathe in the world’s purest air as you delve into the stunning views of Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park. The versatile trails will lead you effortlessly to open fell tops, where the vastness of Lapland shows its true majesty.

Enjoy cozy moments by campfires and the warmth of friendly services, making this an active yet relaxing holiday. Discover Lapland’s natural wonders, where adventure meets serenity.

Connect with the unique culture and environment of Lapland! Here, you'll have the opportunity to explore traditional Sámi heritag and traverse the snowy landscapes - keep an eye out for reindeer herds and other wildlife that call this untouched paradise home.

To fully enjoy this adventure, you'll need the stamina to skin 800 to 1,000 meters daily for five consecutive days. While we typically cover around 600 to 800 meters each day, being prepared for more will ensure you get the most out of the experience. You'll also need to be comfortable skiing black slopes with confidence, no matter the snow conditions.

Prepare yourself for an extraordinary ski touring journey, just contact me and we'll start planning this extreme experience!

Price includes

  • Guiding fee
  • Transport during the trip

Price details

  • Accommodation is not included.

Meeting point

Äkäslompolo village, Ylläs

Itinerary

Day 1 to 5: Ski Touring in Finnish Lapland

You should arrive at the location the day before, on Sunday, the 23rd. Our main base will be in Äkäslompolo village, located within the Ylläs ski resort area.

We'll begin our skiing adventure on Monday, the 24th, marking the start of day one.

Over the course of five days, we'll explore the national park, adjusting our plans according to the weather.

Our journey will take us across various fells, including Yllästunturi, Kesänkitunturi, Lainiotunturi, and Pallastunturi.

 

Details

Accommodation

Clients can choose from many accommodation options that location has.

Disclaimer

You should be able to skin 800 - 1000 meters a day for five days in a row. Usually we skin around 600 - 800 in a day. Also, you must be able to ski black slopes with confidence in any snow quality


Equipment you will need to bring

Equipment rent on site

Ski equipment (skis, boots, poles), Climbing skins, Poles, Helmet, Goggles, Sunglasses, Avalanche equipment (beacon, probe and shovel), Backpack, Water bottle


About the guide

Guide profile image

Ville

5.0

(1)

Ski Guide

Languages

| English

Certificates

CSGA


What people are saying about this trip

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