Maximise your chances of seeing the Northern Lights with this 3-night stay at Nellim resort, including a night in an Aurora Cabin, Aurora alerts and two evenings with Northern Lights hunting activities.
This packages has been designed for experiencing the wonders of Finnish Lapland, with multiple opportunities to catch a glimpse of the aurora.
Location
Finland
Duration
3 Nights
Available dates
Dec - Mar
Price per person (excl. flights)
from £2,000
Overview
Highlights
- Stay in a traditional log cabin with one night in an Aurora Cabin*
- 3 winter activities
- Full board included and winter kit hire
What’s included
- 3 nights accommodation in a Log Cabin and Aurora Cabin
- 4 winter activities
- Return transfer from Ivalo (options to upgrade to private transfers are available)
- Full board
- Winter kit hire
A note on flights
While flights are not included in the holiday price, our team will happily provide a quote and arrange them for you. Simply ask one of our Travel Experts for details of the available options.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Nellim
Arrive into Ivalo Airport where you will be met by your shared transfer and take to your property, Nellim. This will be your base for the next three nights, and from where you will have a variety of excursions included in your package.
This particular package is set up for you to stay in a Log Cabin but also includes a night in an Aurora Cabin along with an Aurora alert for the duration of your stay. There are plenty of other options to consider when it comes to accommodation here, so be sure to enquire about these.
Day 2-3
Winter Activity Options
There is the option to add on further activities if you wish – just speak to the team to look into this for you.
Explore Snowmobiling
Snowmobiling in Nellim is big fun. There is unlimited wilderness, lots of tracks and beautiful scenery all around. After a snowmobiling lesson and safety instructions, we will head off on our snowmobiling adventure. During the day we will enjoy lunch by the open fire and warm drinks to keep us warm. Is there a better way to spend a winter day?
Husky Safari
An absolute ‘must do’ when visiting Nellim! You will be taught how to handle the sled before you head out for the husky safari, where the huskies will pull your sled through the beautiful winter scenery, passing through the frozen Lake Inari. The dogs’ excitement is infectious and as the animals fall silent on the trail, you will realize that this is the only way to see Lapland. All of our husky safaris include full instruction and are based on two people sharing a sled unless otherwise stated.
Aurora Camp
This activity takes you Norther Lights hunting on the amazing Lake Inari. You will be comfortably seated in a sledge that is pulled by the guide’s snowmobile. This way you can enjoy the northern sky all the way to the camp place. While observing the night sky, we will enjoy the blazing campfire with hot drinks and each other’s company. The atmosphere by the campfire is an experience in itself. Our Aurora Camps are located 3-6km from Nellim, facing the northern sky. Lake Inari is one of the best places in the world for Northern Lights viewing since there is no light pollution at all. If you are lucky, you might get to enjoy this unique light phenomenon.
Aurora Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing in the woods at night has its own excitement. We will wander in the Nellim woods and surroundings, until finally reaching the camp spot. At the camp we will enjoy some warm drinks and gaze at the sky hoping for a possible Northern Lights show.
Day 4
Returning Home
After breakfast you will be transferred back to the airport for your flight home. Speak to the team if you wish to extend your stay.
Where You'll Stay
Nellim Resorts - Nellim
Nellim is the perfect combination of traditional Lappish style and Nordic luxury, just moments from the shores of Lake Inari in Finnish Lapland. Managed by the local Lappalainen family, the hotel has been carefully and thoughtfully designed to resonate with the region’s nature, exuding a friendly, warm, and relaxed atmosphere.
Room options are ideal for couples, families, and larger groups of friends traveling together and include Wilderness double or twin rooms, Arctic Suites, Log Suites in Cabins, Log Cabins accommodating 2 to 7 guests, an Aurora Lakeside Villa, Arctic Nature Cabin, Arctic Lake Villa, and Aurora Cabins and Bubbles for aurora enthusiasts. Each type offers unique features, with some including a private sauna. Our team can help you pick the accommodation that would be best for you.
Enjoy full board dining, including heart breakfast buffets and evening feasts of traditional Lappish cuisine, featuring salmon, arctic char, reindeer, moose, soup, salads, and more, served in the hotel’s cozy wilderness restaurant.
Work up your appetite by embarking on an array of Arctic activities throughout your stay, such as driving snowmobiles, mushing your own team of huskies, snowshoe treks, Nordic skiing, visits to a reindeer farm, ice fishing, and several evening experiences in pursuit of the aurora borealis.
After thrilling winter escapades, unwind in the sauna—an essential experience for visitors to Finnish Lapland. Some accommodation types boast private saunas, while others can arrange private sauna appointments in the shared facilities on-site.
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Reviews
See what our clients say
Cannot thank this company enough. Our break to Iceland was the second time we’ve let them organise everything for us and once again they didn’t disappoint. Everything ran seamlessly and the organised tours were wonderful. This company knows what they are doing. If you want to experience the geysers, the volcano, the northern lights and all the other exciting things that Iceland has to offer then this is the company to use.
Carol Wrack
We booked with Aurora for a short winter break to celebrate an event. We wanted something special and that’s what we got. Clear information was backed up with straightforward booking detail, and we had a super, holiday with no complications.
The holiday exceeded my expectations and I will use Aurora in the future. Thank you!
David Foley
We had a fantastic 4 nights that included glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, the aurora borealis and more! Lovely hotels, especially Hotel Ranga. We filled every moment and felt thoroughly invigorated on our return.
Frances Harrington
Fantastic service, with every detail taken care of and communicated to your agencies and hotels. Would definitely recommend and will be using again.
Robin Higginson
A well organised trip which was tailored to our specific requests. The arrangements all ran perfectly and any queries prior to the holiday were handled very quickly and professionally. The standard of accommodation and organised tours was very high. I would use this company again and recommend them.
Iain Baxter
1. Gourmet Cabins was excellent and Johan was a friendly and knowledgeable host. The food, cabins, hot tub and sauna were brilliant.
2. Dog sledge was a fantastic experience and we were given the opportunity to drive our own sledge
3. Snow Mobile – really got off the beaten track and into the spectacular mountains
4. Saw the Northern Lights twice in two days. There is no description that can really do them justice
Nigel Longton
This was a bucket list trip. The company are specialists and I’ve valued their advice. Everything from the when to go for the best opportunity to see the lights and equipment needed and provided.Our activities included, the Ice Hotel, night photo shoot, snowmobiling, guided walk and the sky station meal. All excellent and well run by knowledgeable experts and guides. The Abisko Lodge is warm comfortable and relaxing the food is excellent and the staff welcoming, friendly and very helpful. I would highly recommend if you’re looking for a different and exciting experience.
Jean Lavender
My daughter and I had an amazing time on our trip, we didn’t want it to end! Everything went according to plan, each excursion was well organized and everyone involved with each activity, as well as everyone at the lodge was kind, friendly, positive and happy, which makes such a difference to your whole experience. The food at The Abisko Mountain Lodge was also incredibly good. Our room was large, comfortable and well-furnished. The bathroom too was also spacious and well-equipped. The outdoor clothing provided was of very good quality which kept us warm, and the staff members are happy to change items if they are not quite the right size for you. This is my second trip with Weekend a la carte and I’m sure there will be more as I have complete trust in them. I highly recommend Aurora Nights, it was fabulous.
Jane Ashworth