ATV Riding Saariselkä: Tundra Trails on Your Own Machine

You operate the ATV across open fells and forest trails, discovering remote Lapland at your own pace.

ATV riding in Saariselkä puts you behind the handlebars of your own machine for approximately three hours, crossing tundra, forests and rolling fells in Lapland's wilderness. The activity includes a safety briefing, hotel pickup, helmet and adventure gear, hot beverages during a break, and a live English-speaking guide. You can choose to ride solo or share an ATV with another person, and a valid driving license is required for the operator.

The experience

You start with a professional safety briefing to get comfortable with the ATV before heading into the landscape. Then you ride through quiet Arctic forests and out onto the open tundra, where the terrain shifts constantly: forest trails give way to rolling fells and wide northern views. The whole outing lasts about three hours, with roughly one hour of actual riding time, so the pace lets you take in the surroundings instead of racing through them. There's a real chance to spot local wildlife while you're out there, and the guide knows where to look.

The terrain itself is the point: varied enough that every section feels different, from sheltered forest to exposed fell landscape with sweeping views across the wilderness. This is the side of Lapland most visitors don't reach: peaceful, untouched, far from the usual roads. You're not watching from a vehicle. You're navigating it yourself, which changes how the landscape feels.

A break partway through gives you time to rest and drink something hot before heading back. Hotel pickup and return transfers are included, so you don't need to arrange transport to the starting point. Helmets and adventure gear come with the booking. The activity suits both beginners and experienced riders, though you do need a valid driving license if you're the one operating the ATV.

What’s included

• Safety briefing and professional guidance in English.
• approximately one hour of ATV riding time across three hours total.
• helmet and adventure gear.
• hot beverages during a break in nature.
• hotel pickup and return transfers.
• suitable for beginners and experienced riders alike.

Options for this experience

2 options

Twin drivingGuide in English · 10:00Includes pickup

Solo drivingGuide in English or Finnish · 10:00Includes pickup

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to16h before

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (12 to 14 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Finnish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 11 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on site€ 80

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Lapland Welcome Oy

Is this one for you?Choose solo driving if you want full control of the machine and the route decisions. Twin driving (sharing an ATV) works better if you want to experience the landscape together or prefer a second person handling navigation while you focus on riding.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Finnish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (12 to 14 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.

Can I ride an ATV if I've never done it before?

Yes. The safety briefing at the start walks you through how to operate the machine, and the guide leads the whole group at a pace that works for beginners. Experienced riders are welcome too: the trails accommodate both.

How much time am I actually spending on the ATV?

Approximately one hour of active riding across the three-hour outing. The rest includes the safety briefing, breaks, and the time spent taking in the landscape and spotting wildlife.

What happens if I want to ride alone instead of sharing an ATV?

Solo driving is available as a separate option at checkout. Twin driving (two people sharing one machine) is the other choice. You pick whichever suits you when you book.

Do I need to bring anything with me?

Bring a valid driving license if you're operating the ATV. Helmet and adventure gear are provided. Warm layers are a good idea for the Arctic climate, even in summer.

What's the landscape actually like out there?

Saariselkä's tundra is open fell country with rolling hills, Arctic forests, rivers and ponds. You'll ride through both sheltered forest trails and exposed high ground with views across the wilderness. It's remote and peaceful, with a real chance to see local wildlife.