Levi: Snowmobile Safari with Local Guide & Pickup

Summary

Snowmobile through Levi’s forests with a friendly guide

You’ll ride a snowmobile through Levi’s snowy forests with a local guide who keeps things fun and safe. Gear is included (you’ll be grateful for those warm gloves), and there’s time to swap drivers or relax in the sledge if you want. It’s an adventure that leaves you grinning — and maybe wishing winter lasted longer.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wondered what it feels like to hear nothing but the crunch of snow under your boots, then suddenly the low rumble of a snowmobile engine? That’s how our day started in Levi. We got picked up (right on time, which I appreciated — I’m always nervous about missing these things) and met our guide, Sanni. She handed us these thick overalls and gloves that made me feel like a marshmallow, but honestly, you need them out here. The cold is different in Lapland — it sort of bites at your nose but feels clean somehow.

I’d never driven a snowmobile before, so I was half-excited, half-convinced I’d crash into a tree. Sanni walked us through everything: how to steer, when to switch drivers (you share the snowmobile unless you pay extra), and what to do if you get stuck. She had this way of making everyone laugh — even when my helmet kept slipping sideways and I couldn’t see straight for a minute. The group was mostly families and one couple from Spain who kept stopping for photos every five minutes (can’t blame them — the light through the trees was unreal).

Once we got going, the world just went quiet except for the hum of engines and sometimes someone shouting “wait up!” The snow was powdery and soft; at one point I reached down just to feel it sift through my glove. We stopped halfway so people could swap drivers or take pictures — Sanni pointed out some animal tracks (reindeer? Maybe — she said they’re everywhere but shy). My hands were warm inside those gloves but my cheeks felt frozen stiff; still, I couldn’t stop grinning. There’s something about moving fast through all that white space that makes you feel small in a good way.

I didn’t expect to enjoy riding as much as sitting in the sledge behind Sanni’s snowmobile with the kids — it’s quieter back there, almost peaceful except when someone giggles or points out shapes in the trees. On the way back, I caught myself wishing we could go slower just to make it last longer. Even now, days later, I can still smell that sharp cold air if I close my eyes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Snowmobile Safari in Levi

• Pickup in Levi
• Snowmobile safari through Arctic forests

Top questions

How long does the Levi snowmobiling tour last?

The snowmobiling safari lasts approximately 1 hour.

Is hotel pickup included for this Levi snowmobile safari?

The tour includes pickup and drop-off at set locations in Levi.

Do I need experience to drive a snowmobile in Levi?

No prior experience is needed; guides provide full instructions.

Can children join the Levi snowmobiling adventure?

Yes, children aged 1-13 ride in a sledge behind the guide's snowmobile; under 2 years old are not recommended.

What gear is provided for the Levi snowmobile tour?

The tour includes winter overalls, shoes, gloves, balaclava, and helmet.

Do I need a driver’s license for this activity?

A valid driver’s license is required to drive a snowmobile.

Can two adults share one snowmobile?

Yes, two adults share one snowmobile by default; single driving is available as an extra option.

Is insurance included or available for damages?

You are responsible for damages up to €950 per person per vehicle; additional insurance can be purchased on site to reduce liability.

What’s included

Your experience includes pickup and drop-off at set locations in Levi, all necessary winter overalls and safety gear (including helmet and gloves), about an hour of guided snowmobiling with opportunities to switch drivers or ride as a passenger, plus clear instructions from your local guide before heading into Lapland’s snowy forests together.