Snowmobile Safaris

Grayling Land is specialized individual snowmobile safaris in The real arctic wilderness. Our company operates everywhere in northern Scandinavia which includes Finland, Sweden and Norway. The route will take you through the forests, over frozen lakes and rivers and finally up to the breath taking tundra. With these tundra safaris we often see wild animals including reindeers, mooses, foxes, willow grouses and eagles. The accommondation during the safari will be in a log cottage, wilderness cabin with sauna, traditional lavvu by campfire or even snowcave, depending on your wishes!

The participants are provided with full board and all wintergear you need. You only have to bring yourself!

Trough the whole adventure you have professional wilderness guides making sure that your trip is a life time experience.

You can choose from our example snowmobile safaris or contact us  with your ideas and wishes so that we can arrange your individual safari given your lenght of stay and requirements.

EXAMPLE:

3 Days & Three Countries, Snowmobile Safari!

Experience "The White Sahara", See The highest mountains of Finland, Learn the secrets of deep snow driving, Visit The meeting point of 3 countries – Finland, Sweden and Norway!

5 days Tour, 3 days Snowmobile Safari.

Day 01

Karesuvanto village and icy border river between Finland and Sweden.

Arrival to the Kittilä airport and a transfer to Karesuvanto Sami village - (approx. 2 hour). Information about the safari programme. Dinner and accommodation in house or cottages for 2-6 persons with sauna, shower and WC.

Day 02

Let's Go!

After breakfast the delivery of the safari equipment (warm overalls, boots, socks, mittens, hat, gloves, helmet). Introduction to the snowmobiles and how to drive them. Safety rules and the start of the safari.

We will drive on the top of the fells, over the frozen lakes and rivers. First overnight we spend in a middle of white wilderness("white Sahara") in a lovely cabin in a Raittijärvi Sami village. During the evening we have a sauna by the lake, and if you would like to try swimming in the ice cold water (hole on the ice) it`s possible too. After sauna and dinner we spend a nice relaxing evening and the guide will tell about the reindeer herding. The driving distance will be approx. 100km.

On the way to the Raittijärvi!

Raittijärvi is a unique village by any standard. It is situated about 30 kilometres from Kilpisjärvi in the middle of real wilderness. There is no road leading to the village. In summer it can be reached by seaplane only. In winter snowmobiles offer the easiest means of transportation. Raittijärvi is inhabited by Sami reindeer herders throughout the year.

Here you will see how the real reindeer herdsmen live in the tundra! We will have the possibility to see tens to hundreds of reindeer in their natural environment. During this excursion we have a unique chance to follow a local Sami reindeer herder to the fells where his flock of reindeer runs free!

Wild reindeer!

If the weather is clear we have excellent chances to see the NORTHERN LIGHTS!

Day 03

Ice fishing!

In the morning we make coffee and have breakfast. Then we try our luck with ice fishing! During the day our experienced fishing guide will share his knowledge of the best fishing places where fish are just waiting to be caught! Of course fishing and snowmobiling is the activity of the day but we don’t forget to enjoy the nice arctic views and the wild nature with a cup of coffee every now and then. Late afternoon we will drive to Kilpisjärvi. The driving distance will be approx. 70-100 km. Picnic lunch along the way. Sauna, dinner and overnight in the holiday village Kilpisjärvi in chalets for 2 persons with sauna, shower and WC.

Kilpisjärvi is a tiny arctic village located in northwestern Lapland, about 400 kilometres above Arctic Circle. It is surrounded by the highest peaks of Finland, including Mount Halti (1384m) on the border of Finland and Norway. There are less than one hundred permanent residents in the village. 

Day 04

Arctic view!

On the last safari day we will drive to the beautiful mountain area and visit the border monument of 3 countries – Sweden, Norway and Finland. So, here you get three countries on the same day. Then we will head back to Karesuvanto. The route goes on the icy border river between Finland and Sweden. Picnic lunch along the way. The driving distance will be approx. 130km-150 km.

In the evening we will have sauna and farewell dinner in Karesuvanto. Night in house or cottages for 2-6 persons with, shower and WC.

Day 05

Breakfast and a transfer to the Kittilä airport.

• Depertures: 5.2.2013 - 21.4.2013 On request for min. 2 persons
• Duration: 4 night and 5 day (3 day snowmobile safari)
• Group: 2-10 persons
• Rate: Contact us!
• Services included: All transfers mentioned, full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, coffee/tea,  non alcohol drinks), all necessary equipment, (warm snowmobile overalls, boots, socks, mittens, hat, gloves, balaclava and helmet) sleeping bag/lines, snowmobile guide, safaris as mentioned 2 person per snowmobile, accommodation according to the itinerary . The driving distances may vary according to the weather conditions and skills of the group. The price includes the insurance for the snowmobile with own liability of max. 600€ per snowmobile.

Safari ends traditionally by going into a sauna and enjoying a nice farewell dinner with your guides.

Travelling:

You can arrive in Kittilä airport (Finland), Rovaniemi airport (Finland), Kiruna airport (Sweden), Troms airport (Norway) or Kolari train station (Finland).

• Bus timetables
• Train timetables
• Finnair
• Blue1
• Norwegian.com

Take a look at our wonderful snowmobiling pictures !

-The driver of the snowmobile must be at least 15 years of age with a valid driving licence (for vehicles with at least 125 cc).

-The snowmobiles we use on our safaris are with. 380 cc. 550 cc. 600 cc or 800 cc. Depending on the safari.  

-Driving a snowmobile or ATV under the influence of alcohol or any narcotic products is prohibited by Finnish law

-Depending on weather and snow conditions and for the safety and comfort matter of the others we reserve the right to change the routes and the duration of the activities and safaris if necessary

-If our guest are noticed to be a potential harm or even danger to him/herself, animals or to others, or is in poor health we also reserve the right to discontinue the safari

INSURANCE:

-All our vehicles; snowmobiles and ATV (four wheelers) are insured, as required by the Finnish Traffic Insurance Act. This insurance covers medical care for injuries to the driver and the passenger arising from accidents. Own liability for vehicle amage is max. 600 €/accident.

-Personal travel insurance is highly recommended.

ATTENTION:

-Please pack your things in a soft large backpack or a bag. Try not to bring too many things, as it can easily get crowded in the cabins. 

-Things that you don't want to take with you on a safari, you can leave behind in Muonio or Karesuvanto in a locked storage room. You can leave all valuables in our safe (tickets, money, passport, etc.). 

-If you are a vegetarian, have a special diet or a serious disease; please inform us well in advance - preferably when you reserve the safari!

-Mobile phone coverage may not be available