Winter - Eräsetti Wild North - snowmobiles, reindeer and husky safaris. Activities and accommodation in Lapland


	Winter 2009 - 2010, daily departures The safaris are operated from December 1st, 2009 through April 20th, 2010 for a minimum of 2 participants per departure. The equipment for outdoor activities - thermal outfits, shoes, gloves, helmets/hats, fuel, meals and/or coffee breaks, as well as a guided tour in English, are included in the prices (800 EUR personal liability for damages to snowmobile excluded). The snowmobile safaris are operated with 2 persons per snowmobile. Children 4-14 years will receive a 50% discount when sitting in a sledge. Please note: 1.12.2009- 12.1.2010 child discount -25 %. Children under 4 years free of charge. Reindeer herding safari Transfer by car to a Reindeer Park at the Arctic Circle. There the guide will tell about reindeer husbandry and show how to harness the reindeer. During an enjoyable ride through the snowy forest, we stop at a campfire for a cup of traditional Finnish coffee with cookies. You will have an opportunity to drive the sledge on your own and receive a “Reindeer Driver’s Licence”. On return to the Park, we unharness and feed the reindeer. You will also receive a booklet about reindeer husbandry in Finnish Lapland. Transfer back to town by car. Duration: 2,5 hours Price: 101 EUR/person Reindeer safari to the husky farm Transfer by car to a Reindeer Park at the Arctic Circle. Covered in warm reindeer pelts and blankets, we travel by a reindeer sledge through the snow-covered forest to a husky farm for a short husky sledge ride. We will also hear about the life of these amazing dogs while enjoying hot juice around a campfire. Return by reindeer sledge to the Reindeer Park. Transfer back to town by car. Duration: 3 hours Price: 125 EUR/person Reindeer safari to Santa's Village Transfer by car to the Reindeer Park. We learn about reindeer husbandry and meet the reindeer that will pull us by sledges through the winter forest to the Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle. You can meet Santa Claus in his official chamber and send postcards with a special Arctic Circle stamp from his Main Post Office. You will also have time to visit the handicraft and souvenir shops of Santa's Village. A “Reindeer Driver´s Licence” and a Certificate of Crossing the Arctic Circle will be given as a keep-sake. Transfer from Santa's Village back to town by car. Duration: 4 hours Price: 123 EUR/person Night safari by reindeer Evening transfer by car to the Reindeer Park. We take a reindeer sledge ride through the quiet winter forest to a campfire site where we roast sausages and have a cup of traditional Finnish coffee. If the sky is clear, we may see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) dancing in the sky. We return to the Park by sledges and unharness the reindeer. After the safari, you will receive a booklet with interesting facts about the Northern Lights. Transfer back to town by car. Duration: 2,5 hours Price: 109 EUR/person Snowmobile safari to Santa's Village We drive by snowmobiles along the riverbanks and fells to the Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle. We meet Santa Claus in his official chamber and have time to send postcards with a special Arctic Circle stamp from his Main Post Office. You can also visit the handicraft and souvenir shops of Santa's Village. You will also receive a Certificate of Crossing the Arctic Circle as a souvenir. Return back to town by snowmobiles. Duration: 3,5 hours Price: 114 EUR/person Supplement: 39 EUR/person 1 person/snowmobile Snowmobile safari to the reindeer farm We drive by snowmobiles to a Lappish reindeer farm, where we will become familiar with the reindeer and learn about reindeer husbandry in Finnish Lapland. We take a short ride in a reindeer sledge and receive a "Reindeer Driver’s Licence". After enjoying a cup of hot coffee or berry juice in a traditional Lappish tepee, we return back to town by snowmobiles through the snow-covered forests. Duration: 3 hours Price: 122 EUR/person Supplement: 39 EUR/person 1 person/snowmobile Snowmobile safari to the Husky Man's Camp We drive by snowmobiles along the frozen rivers and through snowy forests to the Husky Man’s Camp. After arrival, we will learn about the many aspects of living with and caring for the husky dogs. Then we take a short ride on sledges pulled by these wonderful animals. We guarantee that you will be thrilled with the speed of the ride! We return back to town by snowmobiles. Duration: 3 hours Price: 124 EUR/person Supplement: 39 EUR/person 1 person/snowmobile Winter adventure by snowmobile and huskies We hop onto our snowmobiles and drive to a husky farm. The husky dog teams are waiting there to take us on a 45-60 minute safari in the surrounding wilderness. We enjoy some hot juice by a campfire and get to know these friendly animals. After this truly unforgettable experience, we return back to town by snowmobiles. Duration: 3,5 hours Price: 155 EUR/person Supplement: 39 EUR/person 1 person/snowmobile Arctic trip by snowmobile Are you interested in learning to drive this arctic vehicle? Even if you are an experienced driver, this is a good way to see the snow-covered nature of Lapland. We drive on varying tracks in the winter forests and on the icy rivers and lakes. You have an excellent opportunity to take pictures of the beautiful landscape. Duration: 2 hours Price: 98 EUR/person Supplement: 39 EUR/person 1 person/snowmobile Night safari by snowmobile We leave the city lights of Rovaniemi behind and drive into the wilderness by snowmobiles. We enjoy a light evening snack by a campfire and, if we are lucky, we might see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) dancing in the sky. After the safari you will receive a booklet with interesting facts about the Northern Lights. We return back to town by snowmobiles later in the evening. Duration: 3 hours Price: 112 EUR/person Supplement: 39 EUR/person 1 person/snowmobile Ice fishing safari We set out on our adventure by snowmobiles and drive across the icy river finding our way to a small frozen lake. There we have the possibility to get familiar with ice fishing and - with luck - we might catch some fish. During the trip we enjoy hot drink and cookies. Later we return back to town by snowmobiles. Duration: 3 hours Price: 108 EUR/person Supplement: 39 EUR/person 1 person/snowmobile Snowmobile safari to the wilderness lake This is one of our most fascinating safaris - if you are up for the challenge! The safari brings out the best of Lapland’s wild side. We drive by snowmobiles along frozens rivers and through a snowy landscape to a peaceful wilderness lake. Once we arrive, we try our luck in ice fishing. A Lappish style outdoor lunch is served by the campfire. We return to town in the afternoon by snowmobiles. The driving distance is approx. 75 - 100 km. Duration: 5-6 hours Price: 169 EUR/person Supplement: 78 EUR/person 1 person/snowmobile Aurora Borealis excursion In the evening we make our way by car to Vaattunki - Arctic Circle Hiking Area, located 20 km North of Rovaniemi. From there we walk to a peaceful location in search of the Aurora Borealis - the Northern Lights. At a campfire we will enjoy a hot drink and we will also have the possibility to take a walk on snowshoes. If the sky is clear we may see the Aurora Borealis dancing in the sky! Return to your hotel by car. A booklet about the Aurora Boralis is given as a souvenir. Duration: 2,5 hours Price: 65 EUR/person Husky excursion Transfer by car to the husky farm. We are greeted by the friendly huskies that will take us on a husky-sledge safari through the frosty forest and over snowy meadows.You will learn how to control your own team of sledge dogs and enjoy the quiet ride once the dogs start to run.The driving time with the huskies is approximately two hours. The safari ends at the farm with a cup of hot juice. Transfer back to town by car. Duration: 2 hours Price: 126 EUR/person, 94,50 EUR/child (4-14 years of age) Bookings By e-mail at: rovaniemi@erasettiwildnorth.fi or at your hotel reception a day before departure by 9:00 p.m. or directly to Eräsetti Wild North office, tel.+358 205 64 6980 More information at your hotel reception or from our office. Our Guide can pick you up from your hotel. General information The safaris are operated daily until the 20 April 2010 for a minimum of 2 participants / departure. The equipment for outdoor activities - thermal outfits, shoes, gloves, helmets/hats, fuel, meals and / or coffee breaks according to the programs are included in the prices. Guiding in English According to Finnish law, the snowmobile driver must be at least 15 years of age and in possession of a valid driver’s licence. Snowmobiles are insured as required by Finnish law. This insurance covers medical care for injuries of the driver and the passenger arising from accidents. Liability for damage caused to the snowmobile up to the amount of EUR 800 per accident. Pricing The prices include value added tax (VAT). We reserve the right to revise pricing due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control such as increase in fuel prices, labour costs, taxes, etc. Children 4-14 years sitting in a sledge enjoy a -50% discount. Please note: 1 Dec. 2009 - 12 Jan. 2010, child discount -25%. Children under 4 years free of charge. Supplement for solo use of snowmobile is EUR 39 except the Snowmobile Safari to the Wilderness Lake EUR 78.