Night Skiing Under the Arctic Sky

Yes, the tour is designed to be accessible even if you’ve never tried Nordic skiing before. We begin with a short introduction to the equipment and basic technique, and the pace is always adapted to the group. Nordic skiing is a skill-based activity: some people find their rhythm quickly, while others need a bit more time. Previous skiing experience can help, but it is not required. What matters most is being open to learning something new in an outdoor environment at night. If you are comfortable being active outdoors and open to a bit of adventure, you will be absolutely fine.

The tour is moderately active but does not require advanced skiing skills. We'll travel mainly on prepared forest trails, with some sections across softer snow and a frozen lake. You should be comfortable skiing for a few hours and spending the evening outdoors in winter conditions.

Staying warm and comfortable is essential. We recommend layering: a thermal base layer, an insulating mid-layer, and a warm outer layer such as a ski jacket and ski pants or a down jacket. Warm gloves, a hat, and winter boots are essential as well. We provide Nordic skis, poles, and headlamps. Winter boots can also be rented on request.

Headlamps are provided for safety and can be used at any time if needed. However, in many conditions they are not essential, as the snow reflects light from the moon and sky, making it surprisingly easy to see while skiing. On clear nights, the natural light is often enough to move comfortably through the landscape.

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, so we can never guarantee that they will appear. We'll keep an eye on the weather and conditions and choose the best possible setting for the evening. If the sky is clear, we'll take time to look for them. Even without the Aurora, snowshoeing through the silent winter forest at night and warming up around a kota fire is a special experience.

You can cancel your booking up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Simply contact us by email or phone, and your refund will be processed immediately. If weather conditions affect safety, we will give you a choice between rescheduling your tour or a full refund.

A rare night skiing experience in Ylläs that takes place in true wilderness settings, far from light pollution, in quiet forests, open terrain, and across a vast lake under the night sky. We move in small groups at a relaxed pace, with a highlight stop in a wilderness kota by the fire. On clear nights, there is also the possibility of seeing the northern lights. This is an authentic, atmospheric journey through Lapland at night, focused on silence, movement, and being fully in the landscape.