Snowmobile Safari Arctic Wilderness: Drive Your Own

Snowmobile through frost-covered forest, warm up, photograph silence, then continue or stop as booked

A snowmobile safari in Lapland where you drive your own machine through Arctic wilderness trails under guide supervision, with thermal overalls, boots, helmet and balaclava provided. You choose between sharing a snowmobile with another rider (switching at the break) or riding solo; children under 140cm travel in a sled towed by the guide. Pickup from selected locations is included, as are hot drinks and safety instruction before you ride.

The Experience

The day starts with pickup from your accommodation, then thermal gear—overalls, boots, helmet and balaclava—gets you ready for the cold. Your guide walks through the basics: how to handle the machine, how to brake, what the Arctic trails demand. Then you ride. The route winds through snow-laden forest where frost clings to every branch, and the only sound is the engine and the snow beneath the track. You'll stop at scenic points to photograph, to breathe, to drink something hot and let the quiet settle.

What you ride depends on what you booked. On the shared option, two riders split one snowmobile and trade off at the break—one drives while the other sits behind, then you switch. If you chose solo driving, the machine is yours alone for the whole run. Either way, the guide leads the group and sets the pace through the trails. Children under 140cm don't ride the machine; they travel in a sled the guide pulls, which means at least one adult should ride alongside them. Kids 140cm and up sit as passengers behind a driver and pay the adult rate.

The whole outing—pickup, gear change, instruction, the ride itself and the return—takes 2.5 hours. You need a valid driving license to operate the snowmobile; if you don't have one, you can ride as a passenger behind the guide or another driver, subject to availability. A minimum of two paying adults is required for the tour to run, though a solo traveler can join an existing group. The operator asks that you know: drivers are responsible for any damage to the machine, and if you miss the meeting time or point, there's no refund.

What’s included

• Pickup and return service from selected locations.
• thermal overalls, boots, helmet and balaclava.
• driving and safety instruction from your guide.
• approximately 45 minutes to an hour of snowmobile riding.
• hot drinks during breaks.
• guiding service throughout the Arctic trails.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Sunny Safari

Is this one for you?Book the shared snowmobile if you don't have a driving license or want to ride as a passenger; choose solo driving only if you hold a valid license and want to operate the machine yourself.

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Top questions

Can I ride the snowmobile myself if I've never done it before?

Yes. Your guide provides driving and safety instruction before you ride, so beginners are welcome. You'll have the basics down before you head into the trails.

What's the difference between the shared snowmobile and solo driving options?

On the shared option, two riders split one snowmobile and take turns driving during the break. On solo driving, you get your own machine for the whole 45 minutes to an hour of riding time. Both include the same guide, thermal gear, hot drinks and instruction.

What happens if my child is too small to ride on the snowmobile?

Children under 140cm travel in a sled towed by the guide's snowmobile. The operator recommends that at least one adult ride alongside them. Children 140cm and taller sit as passengers behind a driver and are charged at the adult rate.

Is a valid driving license required?

Yes, the driver of a snowmobile must hold a valid driving license. If you don't have one, you can ride as a passenger behind the guide or another driver, depending on availability and safety conditions.

What's included in the price?

Pickup and return from your accommodation; thermal overalls, boots, helmet and balaclava; driving and safety instruction; hot drinks during the breaks; and the guide's service throughout. The 2.5-hour duration covers transfer time, gear change, instruction and the ride itself.

What if I'm traveling alone—can I still book this tour?

A minimum of two paying adults is required for the tour to operate. If you're a solo traveler, you can join an existing group. Contact the operator after booking to arrange this.