ROVANIEMI WINTER SAFARIS 2019 (valid 7 th January th April 2019)

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1 ROVANIEMI WINTER SAFARIS 2019 (valid 7 th January th April 2019) 1. SNOWMOBILE SAFARIS TO WILDERNESS The best way to get to the heart of nature and back. During this fun safari, you ll learn how to drive a snowmobile along frozen rivers and through snow covered forests. Enjoy the beautiful views of the river valley from the hilltops. A break with hot beverages will keep your motor running. Wilderness safari (14:00 16:00) DURATION: 2 hours / adult 84/ adult 50 / child 4-14 years 42 / child 4-14 years Every day Driver s Dream (10:30 13:30) Every day NOTE! This safari is only for persons over 18 years with valid driving license as all participants will be driving a snowmobile. DURATION: 3 hours, including solo driving supplement 178 / adult 145 / adult 2. SANTA CLAUS SAFARI (10:00 16:00) Every day Our most popular safari combines nature, culture and the spirit of Christmas. The day starts with a snowmobile safari to a reindeer farm where you will hear more about reindeer husbandry and Lappish culture. You can take a reindeer ride and attend a special Lapp ceremony of crossing the Arctic Circle. In the afternoon the trip continues by car to Santa Claus Village with time to do shopping in Santa Claus Village. You will also have an opportunity to send postcards from Santa Claus main post office. During the day you get to meet Santa Claus himself and enjoy a delicious lunch in a cosy restaurant. And you will get a Diploma for crossing the Arctic Circle! DURATION: 6 hours 217 / adult 182 / adult 109 / child 4-14 years 91 / child 4-14 years

2 3. SNOWMOBILE SAFARI TO REINDEER FARM (10:00 13:00) Every day A snowmobile safari to a reindeer farm. First you will learn about our Lappish culture and reindeer husbandry. Everyone who passes a reindeer-driving test will be issued an international Reindeer Driving License and you have the possibility of participating in a special Lapp ceremony of crossing the Arctic Circle. Enjoy a cup of hot coffee or berry juice before returning back to town. Note! This safari is included to Santa Claus safari. DURATION: 3 hours 157 / adult 133 / adult 79 / child 4-14 years 67 / child 4-14 years 4. SNOWMOBILE SAFARI TO HUSKY FARM (10:30 14:00) Tue, Thu & Sat If you like huskies and snowmobiles, this safari is for you! After a brisk snowmobile ride, you ll arrive to the husky dog farm where the dogs will welcome you with friendly barking. Experience a thrilling 20 minutes husky ride and learn about the life of the husky farm. Hot beverages are served around a campfire at the farm before you ride back to Rovaniemi on snowmobiles. DURATION: 3,5 hours 199 / adult 180 / adult 100 / child 4-14 years 90 / child 4-14 years 5. FISHING EXPERIENCE BY SNOWMOBILES (09:30 13:30) Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun Ice fishing safari to a wilderness lake. Head north on a snowmobile trail that takes you along the frozen River Ounasjoki and through snowy forests up into the hills, where you can admire the beautiful surrounding countryside of Lapland. Follow the trail through white, snow-covered fields to arrive at a small wilderness lake. The silence will envelop you as you prepare to go fishing. Try your hand at traditional ice fishing and fry your catch over a campfire. Afterwards, return to town for a well-earned rest. DURATION: 4 hours 154 / adult 126 / adult 77 / child 4-14 years 63 / child 4-14 years

3 6. IN THE HEART OF NATURE (11:00 16:00/17:00) Mon, Thu & Sat Wilderness snowmobile safari. Enjoy the great outdoors on this safari to the heart of nature. The trail traverses rugged hills and narrow valleys before coming to the first stop, where you have the chance to try ice fishing and snowshoe walking. You ll then continue onwards through the forest perhaps coming across a herd of reindeer searching for their favourite food, moss and lichen, buried under as much as one metre of snow. Keep your eyes open for other forest animals searching for food! A delicious Lappish style lunch will be served during the day. NOTE: This safari is suitable only for adults and children 15 years and over, requires good physical condition. DURATION: 5 6 hours 198 / adult&child 180 / adult&child 7. AURORA BOREALIS SAFARI BY SNOWMOBILES Jan-Feb 18:00 21:00 March 19:00 22:00 (Not operated in April) Mon, Wed & Sun Mon, Wed & Sun Experience the Arctic night by driving through the snow-covered forest and on the frozen river. With a little luck, you ll travel under a bright sky lit by the moon and the stars. Perhaps the Aurora Borealis the Northern Lights will appear to show you the way. Sip warm beverages and savour a snack by a campfire and learn more about the Northern Lights and Lapland. DURATION: 3 hours / adult 112 / adult 68 / child 4-14 years 56 / child 4-14 years 8. AURORA BOREALIS ADVENTURE (21:00 01:00) Mon, Wed & Fri (Not operated in April) Arctic evening in search of the Northern Lights. After stepping out of the car in the middle of nowhere, we walk down to a river experiencing the surrounding sleeping nature. We reach the best spot to see the northern sky, but be patient as the auroras love playing hide-and-seek; we never know if or when they will show up! While enjoying the peace of nature we fry sausages surrounded by the great aroma of the fire. Before returning to civilization, we drop by a cosy old building Poro-Pekan Pirtti. The hosts warmly welcome us and show us their dwelling, which takes us into the past. This relaxing escape will definitely satisfy all our senses. Transfer to the wilderness and back by car (50 km one way). DURATION: 4 hours

4 / adult 102 / adult 57 / child 4-14 years 51 / child 4-14 years 9. EXCURSION TO AURORA BOREALIS CAMP (Not operated in April) Tue, Thu & Sat This excursion takes you to the Aurora Borealis camp located app. 10 kms away from the city lights with unlimited view to the northern sky. At the resort you will find the Aurora Borealis theatre build inside a massive snow igloo, presenting a film about the myths and facts of this natural phenomenon along with spectacular photos of the Northern lights. You will also have time to roam around the resort, take a brisk sleigh ride with snowmobile drawn sleigh, or you can just lay back in snow observatory by the open fire admiring the northern sky. And don t forget to enjoy the traditional reindeer burgers in the Kota (teepee) made by the open fire. Remember to bring your own camera! With a little luck the sky is clear and the moon, stars and even the Northern Lights may show up. Your guide will have tips on how to catch the Auroras with your camera, and also tripods are available! Excursion by guided bus (21:30 24:00) (including transfer time) DURATION: 2,5 hours PRICES: per person / adult 85 / adult 59 / child 4-14 years 43 / child 4-14 years Safari by snowmobiles (21:00 24:00) DURATION: 3 hours / adult 128 / adult 78 / child 4-14 years 64 / child 4-14 years 10. AURORA DINNER AT SKY OUNASVAARA PANORAMA RESTAURANT (19:00 21:30) Mon, Wed & Fri (Not operated in April) Sky Restaurant is frequently awarded as the best restaurant in Lapland, famous for its modern Lappish cuisine. Situated on top of Ounasvaara hill, this scenery restaurant offers feast for the eyes both on plate and outside its panoramic windows and open air roof terrace. After enjoying the delicious 3-course Aurora menu, you can move up to the roof terrace accompanied by your very own wooden kuksa cup filled with warm Finnish berry juice. If lucky, even the Aurora Borealis will appear in the sky completing your dining experience! Menu:

5 Reindeer Tartare Roast Arctic char, parsnip puré, vinaigrette with dill and wasabi, slightly pan-fried Matsutake Blueberry sorbet, hand-picked blueberries, méringue Coffee/ tea NOTE: this program includes a set menu, so please advise on any special diets or food allergies in advance. Children menu available. No thermal clothing included. *Price with transfers includes return transfers from the hotels in the city centre, Santa Claus Village and Ounasvaara Hotels. Meeting point at your hotel reception. DURATION: 2,5 hours PRICES per person WITHOUT TRANSFERS WITH TRANSFERS* / adult 83 / adult 32 / child 4-14 years 42 / child 4-14 years 11. KOTA DINNER AT OUNASVAARA CHALETS (18: ) Thu Experience traditional Kota dinner by the open fire! Forget about the hustle and bustle and enjoy traditional Finnish delicacies in a Lappish hut. The evening starts with salmon, that is slowly cooked on the flames, followed by Lappish traditional reindeer stew with mashed potatoes. After main course, pancakes will be prepared by the open fire. You may even fry your own pancake! Limited selection of wines, beers and beverages available for purchase on the spot. NOTE: this program includes a set menu, so please advise on any special diets or food allergies in advance. NOTE! Limited capacity, booking in advance highly recommended! DURATION: 2-2,5 hours PRICES per person WITHOUT TRANSFERS WITH TRANSFERS* / adult 86 / adult 45 / child 4-14 years 65 / child 4-14 years 12. EXCURSION TO RANUA WILDLIFE PARK (11:00 16:00) Wed & Sat This whole-day trip takes you by car to Ranua Wildlife Park, one of the northernmost zoos in the world. The park is located about 80 km from Rovaniemi. Have a refreshing outdoor walk to see Arctic animals in an authentic wilderness setting. Lunch is enjoyed in a cosy restaurant, followed by a visit to the Fazer candy shop. DURATION: 5 hours 155 / adult 140 / adult 78 / child 4-14 years 70 / child 4-14 years

6 13. REINDEER SAFARI Memorable reindeer sleigh ride. Transportation by car to a reindeer farm to try reindeer sleighing. This traditional way of travelling through snowy forests is a unique experience in the evening, you may even see the Northern Lights blaze up the sky. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee with a bun around a campfire and learn about the life of reindeer herders. Afternoon departure (14:00 16:30) DURATION: 2 2,5 hours including transfers (reindeer safari 1 hour) 138 / adult 118 / adult 104 / child 4-14 years 89 / child 4-14 years Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun Evening departure (18:30 21:00) DURATION: 2 2,5 hours including transfers (reindeer safari 1 hour) 138 / adult 118 / adult 104 / child 4-14 years 89 / child 4-14 years Tue, Thu & Sat 14. HUSKY SAFARIS Wintertime safari with husky teams. After a short drive from town, you ll arrive at a husky farm, where these friendly dogs will bark an enthusiastic welcome to you. Before departing on the safari, you will be given instruction on how to control the sleds. Once you return to the farm, enjoy some hot berry juice by an open fire and chat away with the head musher about these amazing northern animals. 10 km husky safari, morning departure (9:15 11:45) Every day DURATION: 2,5 hours including transfers (husky drive approx. 1h 15mins) 172 / adult 152 / adult 129 / child 4-14 years 114 / child 4-14 years 10 km husky safari, afternoon departure (13:15 15:45) Every day, except Sunday (Not operated in April) DURATION: 2,5 hours including transfers (husky drive approx. 1h 15mins)

7 172 / adult 152 / adult 129 / child 4-14 years 114 / child 4-14 years 3 km husky safari (11:15 13:00) Tue, Thu, Sat & Sun DURATION: 1h 45mins including transfers (husky drive approx. 20mins) 139 / adult 125 / adult 104 / child 4-14 years 94 / child 4-14 years 15. REINDEER SAFARI TO SANTA S VILLAGE (9:30 13:30) Tue, Thu & Sat Lapland is well-known for Santa Claus and his reindeer. What a great way to see both by joining us for a reindeer safari to the Santa Claus Village! Sitting in the sleigh pulled by the reindeer you ll make the way from the Reindeer Farm to Santa s Village along the snowy trails of the wintry forest. In the village you ll have some free time to meet Santa in his office, send postcards from the Santa Claus Main Post Office and explore handicraft, design and souvenir shops. Awarded a Reindeer Driving Licence and a Diploma for Crossing the Arctic Circle, you will not forget this experience. Transfers are done by car. DURATION: 4 hours including transfers (reindeer ride approx. 30 minutes) 160 / adult 138 / adult 120 / child 4-14 years 104 / child 4-14 years 16. EXCURSION TO REINDEER AND HUSKY FARMS (10:15 13:00) Wed, Fri & Sun They love the cold and live peacefully in northern nature. Come and meet these Arctic animals! First you will get to visit a local reindeer farm and learn about Lappish culture and reindeer husbandry. Sit back in reindeer drawn sleigh and enjoy a peaceful 30 minutes reindeer ride through the forest. You will be issued an international Reindeer Driving Licence before entering the next part of your adventure husky farm! At the husky farm you will try a slightly faster 20 minutes ride with the huskies. After the ride the flames of campfire and hot drinks keep you warm while learning more about these amazing dogs. Transfers are done by car. DURATION: 2h 45 mins including transfers 183 / adult 162 / adult

8 137 / child 4-14 years 122 / child 4-14 years 17. ALTAI SKIING TRIP (10:00 13:00) Mon & Thu Experience the joy of forest skiing! Altai ski is a short, easy-to-use forest ski that combines the best features of a snowshoe and ski and does not require earlier experience in skiing. A peaceful ski tour through the silent white forest with a break for hot beverages. NOTE: This safari is suitable for children of 12 or older. DURATION: 3 hours 74 / adult 62 / adult 37 / child years 31 / child years 18. WHITE SILENCE ON SNOWSHOES (14:30 17:30) Tue & Fri Capture the true feeling of the Arctic in the northern woods. A snowshoe adventure through the picturesque snowy countryside. Experience the silence and beauty of wintery forests on this guided snowshoe hike. Have a break by an open fire and enjoy some snacks while the only sound you ll hear is the sough of the forest and the campfire. NOTE: This safari is suitable for children of 12 or older. DURATION: 3 hours 82 / adult 68 / adult 41 / child years 34 / child years 19. WINTER OFFROAD WITH E-FATBIKES (09:30 11:30) Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun Combine the fresh winter air and the freedom of off-road biking! Have a chance to try out Electric Fat Bikes, and how they do in the Arctic. The safari starts right from the centre of Rovaniemi, and you ll get to drive along ice- and snow-covered River Kemi to the renowned Ounasvaara hill. There it s time to catch a ski lift to the top of the hill with the bike. While preparing for the next leg of the trip, a stop at Sky Hotel Ounasvaara for a hot chocolate will be made on a roof top terrace with spectacular views over Rovaniemi. That should get you the rest of the way! After the break the snowy off-road track will lead you back down to the city. NOTE: This safari is suitable for children of 12 or older. DURATION 2 hours

9 77 / adult 73 / adult 39 / child years 37 / child years 20. START AT SLOPES! (13:45-18:15) Wed, Fri Start safely at downhill ski slopes with the Ounasvaara Ski School. Are you a beginner in downhill skiing or just refreshing your skills after a long while? We help you to start skiing in guidance of a skiing instructor. Our start package includes transfers, 4 hours lift ticket, 4 hours equipment rental and 45 minutes ski lesson. After the lesson you still have 3 hours time to test what you have learned. NOTE: This safari is suitable for children of 6 years or older. DURATION: 4,5 hour including transfers Season: / adult 105 / child 6-14 years 21. EASY START CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING (9:45-14:15) Wed, Fri Easy start cross-country skiing lesson for beginners at Ounasvaara Ski resort. Learn the basics of cross-country skiing with professional guide of Ounasvaara Ski School. After the lesson, you can enjoy your newly-acquired skills and beautiful scenery of Ounasvaara in well-marked skiing track. Package includes 4 hours equipment rental and 45 minutes lesson. NOTE: This safari is suitable for children of 6 years or older. DURATION: 4,5 hours including transfers Season: / adult 77 / child 6-14 years 22. WINTER TOBOGGANING (14:45-17:15) (Not operated in April) Tue, Thu Fun and speedy tobogganing is a unique experience in Ounasvaara hill. 800 meters long hard treaded snow track is specially made for winter toboggans. Toboggans are equipped with steering wheel and brakes. Our professional guides will give you instructions how to use toboggans safely. Between the rounds you can relax and change opinions about the best driving lines in chair lift. Price includes transfers, 2 hours in winter tobogganing track, lift use, helmet and guiding. NOTE: This program is suitable for children of 12 years or older. Weather permitting, temperature limit 18 degrees. DURATION: 2h 30 mins including transfers

10 Season: / adult 89 / child years DAY SNOWMOBILE SAFARI IN THE CAPITAL OF LAPLAND (Available from mid-january to end of March) Mon & Sat This is a unique opportunity to experience the natural wonders of Lapland and the best attractions of the capital of Lapland Rovaniemi! During the safari you drive in the Rovaniemi region renowned for its extensive rivers, snowy forests and of course - Santa Claus. Experience also the relaxed, back-tonature local cabin lifestyle enjoyed by the Finns. And as icing on the cake, your safari includes a visit to the famous Arctic snow hotel and Santa Claus Village. NOTE: Suitable for adults only. DAY 1 Meet your guide at the Safari Club in Rovaniemi centre where you will receive safari clothing and driving instructions. The safari route for the first day takes you through some of the most beautiful parts of Southern Lapland, visits the spectacular Arctic Snowhotel for lunch and finally reaches the rugged wilderness cabin where you can live like a true Finn! Here you will heat the cabin and prepare a meal together with your guide, listen to the silence, take a walk in the moonlight or simply relax by the fire. The night will be spent in sleeping bags in shared accommodation. DAY 2 After breakfast it is time to get back on the snowmobiles. Today you drive to the Santa Claus Village where you can meet Santa himself in his office, and do some shopping and enjoy a tasty lunch. After the lunch the safari continues towards Rovaniemi centre where it s time to return the thermal clothing and say goodbye to your guide. DURATION: 28 hours (approximately) PRICE: 680 per person (solo driving supplement 170 per person) Availability: Available from mid-january 2019 until end of March 2019 Guaranteed Departure Dates: Mondays, Saturdays (min 2 people) Maximum capacity: 6 persons. Long safaris are the most comfortable and enjoyable when driven by 1 person per snowmobile. Single driving supplement is 170 per person incl. VAT. Accommodation: Shared cabin, no own rooms, no shower, sleeping bags. Physical grading: (easy/ moderate/ demanding) easy Price Includes guiding in English overnight stay in shared accommodation, sleeping bags meals as described above with water and coffee/tea snowmobile with 2 persons/snowmobile, fuel, maintenance and limited insurance (self-liability max. 980 /accident) safari outfit: overalls, socks, boots, mittens, scarf, balaclava, helmet

11 Participant s own equipment: Participants will carry their own equipment in backpacks. Recommended own equipment: warm underwear and extra set of clothing. To find more about our Overnight Adventures with huskies and snowmobiles visit: SPECIALISITIES FIND YOUR OWN NATURE! We offer also daily equipment rentals for Snowshoes, Winter clothes package FOR OUR SEASONAL SPECIALITIES VISIT FOR OUR OVERNIGHT ADVENTURES VISIT UPGRADE YOUR SAFARI! Exclusive departures, outfit delivery directly to hotel contact: info@laplandsafaris.fi GENERAL INFORMATION VALID: These safaris are operated in Rovaniemi from 7th January 2019 to 14th April Guaranteed departures. All safaris require the participation of at least 2 adults. RESERVATION AND INQUIRIES: Lapland Safaris AC LTD Rovaniemi Koskikatu 1, ROVANIEMI, FINLAND Tel: +358 (0) info@laplandsafaris.fi By mobile: safaris.fi/rovaniemi By phone daily until 10:00 PM ( ) At your hotel reception In Lapland Safaris office CHILDREN: The child prices apply to children the age of 4 to 14 years. Snowmobiles: child price entitles children to a seat in a sled pulled by a snowmobile driven by the guide. Children over 140 cm in height are allowed to sit on the snowmobile behind an adult, when paying the adult price. Snowshoe and skiing excursions can be physically demanding and are therefore not suitable for children under 12 years unless program is especially designed for children. Children of 3 years and younger can participate in safaris free of charge, but please note that not all safaris are suitable for young children. Note that children under 2 years are not recommended to take part on snowmobile safaris. Lapland Safaris AC Ltd reserves the right to deny the participation of small children due to safety reasons (e.g. demanding weather or trail conditions). SAFARI PRICES INCLUDE: All snowmobile safaris include thermal outfit, guide services in English, each snowmobile shared by two guests taking turns in driving, fuel, traffic insurance (maximum personal liability 980), maintenance and VAT. The driver of a snowmobile has to be at least 18 years of age with a driving licence valid in FINLAND. Note: Self liability can be reduced to 150 by paying waiver supplement 15 per driver per safari.

12 Solo driving possibility. Cost varies depending on the safari, between 1 4 h 45 / person 4 h 85 / person MEETING POINTS FOR SAFARIS: At the safari office 30 minutes before departure. Guests staying in Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara, Santa Sport, Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets, Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle, Snowman World, Hotel Vartiosaari and Arctic Tree House will be picked up from their hotel approx. 45 minutes before departure. Guests staying in Santa Claus Holiday Village and Nova Skyland Hotel are picked up from the reception of Snowman World. GENERAL TERMS: Snowmobile safaris are subject to change due to weather conditions. As a responsible safari organiser, Lapland Safaris AC Ltd reserves the right to change the routing, pricing and the duration of the excursions without prior notice. Lapland Safaris AC Ltd reserves the right to interrupt a safari if a participant is seen as a potential danger to him/herself or to others or is in poor health. Prepaid safaris will not be refunded. The driver of the snowmobile is held liable for damages caused to the vehicle. The maximum personal liability is 980 per person/snowmobile/accident case. NOTE: Our programs, especially snowshoe, skiing, snowmobile, husky and reindeer excursions can be physically demanding and participants may be exposed to different kinds of physical strain, vibration or carbon monoxide (in case of snowmobiling). Therefore, in order to avoid any complications and to guarantee the safety of all participants, we do not recommend husky, reindeer and snowmobile programs to pregnant women. If the programme requires special arrangements (e.g. additional transport), the extra costs will not be covered by Lapland Safaris AC Ltd PROGRAMME CHART PROGRAMMES MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN Wilderness safari 2h Driver s dream 3h Santa Claus safari 6h Snowmobile safari to reindeer farm 3h Snowmobile safari to husky farm 3,5 h Fishing experience by snowmobile 4 h In the heart of nature 5-6h Aurora Borealis safari by snowmobiles 3h

13 8 Aurora Borealis adventure 4h 9 Excursion to Aurora Borealis camp by bus 2,5 h by snowmobile 3 h 10 Aurora dinner at Sky Ounasvaara panorama restaurant 2,5 h 11 Kota dinner 12 Excursion to Ranua Wildlife Park 5h 13 Reindeer safari (14:00 16:30) 2-2,5h 13 Reindeer safari (18:30 21:00) 2-2,5h 14 10km Husky safari 2,5 h 14 3km safari with huskies 1h 45min 15 Reindeer safari to Santa s Village 4h 16 Excursion to reindeer and husky farms 2h 45 min 17 Altai skiing trip 3 h 18 White silence on snowshoes 3h 19 Winter offroad with e-fatbikes 2h 20 Start at Slopes! 21 Easy start cross country skiing 22 Winter tobogganing 23 2-day snowmobile safari in the capital of Lapland