Saariselkä Snowmobiling & Ice Fishing Full Day Adventure

You stop on a frozen lake to fish the way locals have for generations, not just pass by it.

A full-day snowmobiling and ice fishing activity in Saariselkä, Lapland, where you ride modern snowmobiles through untouched forests and across frozen lakes, then try hands-on ice fishing with expert guidance and finish with a hot lunch around an open fire. The tour runs five to six hours and includes all winter gear, fishing equipment, and hotel pickup. A valid driving license is required, and children are welcome from age four.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snowmobiling and ice fishing adventure

• Ride snowmobiles through snowy forests
• Travel across gentle fells and frozen lakes
• Stop at frozen lake for ice fishing
• Learn traditional ice fishing techniques
• Enjoy wilderness lunch around open fire

The experience

You ride a modern snowmobile through snowy forests, across gentle fells, and over frozen lakes in the remote Lapland wilderness, far from crowds. The route takes you into the quiet of the Arctic: no city noise, just the sound of the engine and the landscape around you. The snowmobiling portion runs roughly two to two and a half hours, giving you time to move through the terrain without rushing.

At a frozen lake, you stop to try ice fishing, guided by someone who knows the local techniques. This is not a demonstration. You do the fishing yourself, using the equipment provided. Ice fishing is rooted in Lapland culture and practiced by locals for generations, so the guide explains the traditional methods as you work. After fishing, the group gathers around an open fire for a light wilderness lunch and hot drinks, warming up while taking in the silence and the landscape.

The full experience runs five to six hours and includes winter adventure gear, fishing equipment, guidance in English, and the meal by the fire. Hotel pickup is included, and you'll need a valid driving license to ride the snowmobile. Children from age four are welcome on the tour. If you have food restrictions or allergies, let the operator know in advance so they can prepare accordingly.

What’s included

• Winter adventure gear and fishing equipment.
• approximately two to two and a half hours of snowmobiling.
• a guided ice fishing experience on a frozen lake.
• a light wilderness lunch and hot drinks around an open fire.
• guidance services in English.
• hotel pickup and transportation.
• organizer's liability insurance.

Options for this experience

2 options

Twin drivingGuide in English · Available from 1 Dec · 10:00Two people share one snowmobile, pickup is included

Solo DrivingGuide in English · Available from 1 Dec · 10:00Solo driving per person, includes pickup

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 10:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to16h before

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (4 to 14 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

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.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Lapland Welcome Oy

Is this one for you?Choose solo driving if you want to ride your own snowmobile and control the pace. Pick twin driving if you'd rather share a machine with a partner or prefer a passenger's view of the landscape. Both options include the same ice fishing, lunch, and guide.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 14 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

Do I need a driving license to go snowmobiling in Saariselkä?

Yes, a valid driving license is required to ride the snowmobile. Bring it with you on the day of the tour.

What is ice fishing like on this tour?

You try ice fishing yourself on a frozen lake with guidance from a local expert who teaches you traditional Lapland techniques. The equipment is provided, and you fish for real, not a staged activity.

How long do I actually spend snowmobiling?

The snowmobiling portion runs approximately two to two and a half hours, taking you through forests, fells, and frozen lakes before you stop for ice fishing and lunch.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, hotel pickup is included in the tour. If you need pickup from Ivalo instead, contact the operator to arrange it at an additional cost.