Hetta–Pallas Backcountry Ski Expedition

You don't need previous backcountry ski touring experience, but you should be comfortable on skis and have some experience with cross-country or downhill skiing. We'll spend the first day getting familiar with the equipment and travelling on backcountry skis before heading into the wilderness.

This is a physically demanding trip and you should be comfortable spending several hours outdoors on skis each day. You'll be carrying your own equipment and travelling through winter conditions, sometimes over uneven or deep snow. You don't need to be an athlete, but good general fitness and some preparation before the trip are important.

The Hetta–Pallas section covers around 60 km over four days, with daily distances ranging from about 12 to 18 km. The exact pace depends on the conditions and the group, with plenty of time to stop, take a break and enjoy the landscape along the way.

The huts are simple but surprisingly cozy, traditional wilderness shelters designed for travellers in the national park. They have sleeping platforms with mattresses, blankets and pillows, as well as a wood-burning stove that keeps the hut warm and comfortable even when it's freezing outside. There is no electricity or running water, but fresh water can be collected from nearby rivers. In the evening, we gather around the fire to cook, dry our gear and warm up after the day outside. It's simple, comfortable and very much part of the experience.

You'll carry your own personal equipment in a backpack, including your clothing and other essentials. Group equipment is shared between two people in one pulka, and your guide will help organise the packing so that everything is distributed sensibly between the group.

We provide the backcountry skis and all the essential equipment needed for the expedition. You won't need to bring a sleeping bag, as the huts are equipped with mattresses, blankets and pillows. Before the trip, we'll send you a detailed packing list covering the personal clothing and other items you'll need to bring.

The itinerary is always subject to the conditions. If the weather, snow or visibility makes the planned route unsuitable, your guide may adjust the route, distances or timing to keep the group safe and comfortable. In Lapland, conditions are part of the journey, we don't try to force a fixed itinerary when the landscape tells us otherwise.

A 35% deposit is required to confirm your place, with the remaining balance due 45 days before the trip. Our cancellation policy depends on how far in advance you cancel. You can find the full booking and cancellation terms here.