Every season tells a different story
From the silent snow of polar winter to the endless light of Arctic summer, Honkarinne Tupa offers experiences that connect you to the landscape and the seasons. All activities can be arranged through our concierge.
Traverse the ancient tunturi fells with an experienced local guide. Routes range from gentle ridge walks to full-day summit expeditions above the treeline, where the landscape opens into endless Arctic horizons. In autumn, the hills blaze with ruska — the Finnish fall colours that rival any New England foliage.
Venture into the wilderness away from any light pollution for the best aurora viewing. Our guides use real-time solar wind data to find the clearest skies. Hot drinks and traditional Sámi stories around a campfire while you wait for the sky to dance.
Glide through snow-laden birch forests and across frozen lakes on groomed trails that start right at our door. Suitable for beginners and experienced skiers alike, with 40 km of maintained tracks. Private instruction available.
Visit a local Sámi reindeer herder and experience traditional reindeer sledding through the snowy wilderness. Learn about the ancient herding culture that has shaped Lapland for thousands of years. Includes warm drinks and a traditional lávvu tent visit.
Experience the heart of Finnish culture in our authentic wood-burning lakeside sauna. Birch whisks, soft towels, and the choice between a bracing lake plunge or a roll in fresh powder snow. As the Finns say: if sauna, tar, and spirits don't help, the disease is fatal.
During the polar summer, the sun never sets above the Arctic Circle. Join a late-evening hike to a fell summit and watch the sun dip to the horizon and rise again without ever setting. A surreal, once-in-a-lifetime experience best enjoyed with a flask of cloudberry juice.
Drill a hole in a frozen lake, settle onto a reindeer hide, and wait for Arctic char to bite. Our guides provide all equipment, warm drinks, and — if the fish cooperate — we'll cook your catch over an open fire on the ice.
Walk where no trail exists. Snowshoeing lets you explore the untouched backcountry, through old-growth forests and across frozen marshes. The silence is extraordinary — broken only by the crunch of snow and the occasional call of a Siberian jay.
Our concierge team is happy to help you design the perfect itinerary. Whether you have three days or three weeks, we'll make each moment count.
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