LUOSTO WINTER SAFARIS 2018 2019 (valid 1 st December 2018-14 th April 2019) 1. SNOWMOBILE SAFARI TO WILDERNESS (16:30-18:30) Every day The best way to get to the heart of nature and back. During this fun safari, you ll learn how to snowmobile along frozen swamps and through forests covered with snow. Enjoy the beautiful views of Lappish nature. A break with hot beverages will keep your motor running. DURATION: 2 hours PRICES: per season 99 / adult 99 / adult 84 / adult 74 / child 4-14 years 50 / child 4-14 years 42 / child 4-14 years 2. LUOSTO SPECIAL (10:00-13:00) Every day except Sunday Do you enjoy snowmobiling in magnificent winter scenery? Then this is the safari for you! The snowmobile drive will take you through the fells with stunning panoramic views over Luosto. The safari continues to a cosy Kota, where you ll be served some coffee and a bun by an open fire before return to safari house. NOTE: This safari is suitable only for adults and children 15 years and over DURATION: 3 hours PRICES: per season 1.12.2018-6.1.2019 7.1. - 24.3.2019 128 / adult 128 / adult 106 / adult 3. SNOWMOBILE SAFARI TO AMETHYST MINE (13:30-15:30) Tue & Fri Find your lucky stone! This scenic safari takes you by snowmobile to famous amethyst mine. You are invited in the wooden houses, covered with snow outside but warm inside! Here you will learn about this purple variation of quartz which was formed about 2000 million years ago, deep inside the ancient mountain. While sipping warm beverages, guide will lead you to the fascinating world of amethyst. At the mine you ll have an opportunity to dig out your own lucky stone. Return by snowmobiles to Luosto. DURATION: 2 hours PRICES: per season 120 / adult 120 / adult 105 / adult 90 / child 4-14 years 60 / child 4-14 years 53 / child 4-14 years
4. SNOWMOBILE SAFARI TO REINDEER FARM (09:30-13:00) Tue & Thu Turn onto the snowmobile track and follow it through the snow-covered nature to a local reindeer farm. Reindeer husbandry is an important livelihood in Lapland. At the farm the reindeer herder has carefully selected group of reindeer trained for sleigh-pulling. Enjoy a short try of the traditional way of travelling through snowy forests. Coffee or tea will be served at the farm. After the coffee break, you'll return back to the Safari House by snowmobile. DURATION: 3,5 hours PRICES: per season 154 / adult 154 / adult 138 / adult 116 / child 4-14 years 77 / child 4-14 years 69 / child 4-14 years 5. REINDEER SAFARI (11:00-12:45) Wed & Sat Memorable reindeer sleigh ride. Transportation by car to a reindeer farm to try this traditional way of travelling through snowy forests. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee with a bun around a campfire and learn about the life of reindeer and their herders. DURATION: 1 hour 45 min PRICES: per season 122 / adult 122 / adult 110 / adult 92 / child 4-14 years 61 / child 4-14 years 55 / child 4-14 years 6. SNOWMOBILE SAFARI TO HUSKY FARM (09.30-12:30) Wed & Sat If you like huskies and snowmobiles, this safari is for you! After a brisk snowmobile ride, you ll come to the husky dog farm where the dogs will welcome you with friendly barking. Experience a thrilling 4 km ride in a sled pulled by a team of huskies. Hot beverages are served around a campfire on the farm. DURATION: 3 hours PRICES: per season 164 / adult 164 / adult 135 / adult 123 / child 4-14 years 82 / child 4-14 years 68 / child 4-14 years
7. EXCITING RIDES WITH SNOWMOBILES AND HUSKIES (09:00 13:00) Mon & Fri Fancy combining snowmobiles and a good 10km husky ride? Then this is the safari for you! Snowmobile safari to husky farm for a brisk 10km ride in a dog- drawn sled. 2 people per sledge. Afterwards, enjoy hot beverages by the fire. Return back to Luosto by snowmobiles. DURATION: 4 hours PRICES per: season 202 / adult 202 / adult 165 / adult 152 / child 4-14 years 101 / child 4-14 years 83 / child 4-14 years 8. HUSKY SAFARI 10km (11:30-13:45) Every day except Sunday Wintertime safari with husky teams. After a short transfer by car, 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, which you will ride in pairs. Enjoy some hot berry juice by an open fire and chat with the head musher about these amazing northern animals once you return to the farm. DURATION: 2-2,5 hours (Incl. transfer time) PRICES: per season 1.12.2018-6.1.2019 7.1. - 24.3.2019 150 / adult 150 / adult 123 / adult 113 / child 4-14 years 75 / child 4-14 years 62 / child 4-14 years 9. AFTERNOON WITH THE HUSKIES (14:00-17:30) Every day except Sunday If 10 km with the huskies is not enough for you, then try this one! Return transfer by car to husky farm. About 20 km ride drawn by a team of dogs. 2 people per sledge, you may change the driver halfway. Black pot coffee and snacks will be served during the safari in a Lappish kota. DURATION: 3,5 hours PRICES: per season 211 / adult 211 / adult 178 / adult 158 / child 4-14 years 106 / child 4-14 years 89 / child 4-14 years
10. HUSKY ADVENTURE (10:00-15:00) Starting from 6th January 2019 Sun Thrilling full-day safari to forests with husky teams. Small picnic will be enjoyed during the trek. 2 people per sledge, you may take turns driving the sledge. All equipment included, return transfers from Luosto to husky farm by car. DURATION: 5 hours PRICES: per season 6.1.2019 7.1. - 24.3.2019 289 / adult 289 / adult 250 / adult 217 / child 4-14 years 145 / child 4-14 years 125 / child 4-14 years 11. OVERNIGHT HUSKY SAFARI (12:00-12:00) Starting from 14th January 2019 Mon & Wed Experience the ultimate Husky safari and overnight in a wilderness. You will be driving and looking after your own team of dogs. Meals will be prepared together in a cosy cabin with basic facilities. NOTE: This safari is suitable only for adults and children 15 years and over. To find out more about our Overnight Adventures with huskies and snowmobiles visit: www.laplandsafaris.com/en/overnight-adventures DURATION: 24 hours PRICES: per season 1.12.2018-6.1.2019 14.1. - 24.3.2019 -- 688 / adult 600 / adult 12. FISHING EXPERIENCE BY SNOWMOBILE (13:30-16:30) Mon, Thu & Sat Ice fishing safari to a wilderness. Head to wilderness on a snowmobile trail through snowy forests, where you can admire the beautiful surrounding wilderness of Lapland. Follow the trail through white, snow-covered fields to arrive at suitable ice fishing spot. The silence will envelop you as you get ready for fishing. Try your hand at traditional ice fishing and enjoy a cup of coffee and delicious bun over a campfire. Afterwards, return to Luosto for a well-earned rest. DURATION: 3 hours PRICES: per season 133 / adult 133 / adult 109 / adult 100 / child 4-14 years 67 / child 4-14 years 55 / child 4-14 years 13. TOUR OF THE FELLS (09:00-15:30) Starting from 9th January 2019 Wed & Sat
The highlight for snowmobile lovers! Full day safari from Luosto to Pyhä fell. Lunch will be enjoyed in a restaurant during the safari. Driving distance is about 100 km. NOTE: This safari is suitable only for adults and children 15 years and over and requires good physical condition. DURATION: 6-7 hours PRICES: per season 1.12.2018-6.1.2019 9.1. - 24.3.2019 -- 194 / adult 160 / adult 14. DAY TOUR TO ROVANIEMI (09:30-17:30) Starting from 11th January 2019 Fri This full day tour will take you to Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland! Return transfers by car to Rovaniemi, including entrance to Arktikum Museum and visit to Santa Claus village. DURATION: 8 hours PRICES: per season 1.12.2018-6.1.2019 11.1. - 24.3.2019 -- 150 / adult 135 / adult -- 75 / child 4-14 years 68 / child 4-14 years 15. AURORA BOREALIS SAFARI BY SNOWMOBILES Dec, Jan, Feb (18:00-21:00) March (19:00-22:00) (Not operated in April) Thu & Sat Thu & Sat Experience the Arctic night by driving through the snow-covered forest and on the frozen swamps. 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 bun by a campfire and learn more about the Northern Lights and Lapland. DURATION: 3 hours PRICES: per season 25.3. - 30.3.2019 135 / adult 135 / adult 110 / adult 101 / child 4-14 years 68 / child 4-14 years 55 / child 4-14 years
16. SEARCH FOR THE NORTHERN LIGHTS BY SNOWSHOES (19:30-22:00) Every day except Sunday Guided snowshoe trek in the nocturnal wilderness to take you to the best spot for admiring the Northern Lights. Hot drinks will be enjoyed during the trek. NOTE: This tour is suitable for children of 12 years and older. DURATION: 2,5 hours PRICES: per season 73 / adult 73 / adult 59 / adult 55 / child 12-14 years 37 / child 12-14 years 30 / child 12-14 years 17. VISIT TO AURORA KOTA BY CAR (17:30-19:30) Tue Visit to Aurora kota for an illustrated presentation on the Northern Lights. During this trip you will learn more about the natural phenomenon called the Northern Lights. Return transfers by car. DURATION: 2 hours PRICES: per season 103 / adult 103 / adult 92 / adult 77 / child 4-14 years 52 / child 4-14 years 46 / child 4-14 years 18. CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING TRIP (10:30-12:30) Mon, Wed & Fri Learn the basics of cross-country skiing, this beloved pastime activity among the Finns. After learning your way forward, the tracks will lead you through stunningly beautiful and silent nature of Luosto. Instruction and necessary equipment included. NOTE: This tour is suitable for children of 12 years and older. DURATION: 2 hours PRICES: per season 68 / adult 68 / adult 56 / adult 51 / child 12-14 years 34 / child 12-14 years 28 / child 12-14 years
19. SNOWSHOE HIKE IN NATIONAL PARK (13:00-16:00) Mon, Thu & Sun Guided snowshoe walk to the ancient spruce forests of Luosto. During this trek you can enjoy the stillness of nature and beautiful scenery. Small snacks will be enjoyed in between hiking. NOTE: This safari is suitable only for adults and children 12 years and older. DURATION: 3 hours PRICES: per season 68 / adult 68 / adult 56 / adult 51 / child 12-14 years 34 / child 12-14 years 28 / child 12-14 years 20. SNOW ADVENTURE WITH FATBIKES (13:30-15:30) Tue & Sat Come to join us on a guided snow adventure with fatbikes! After receiving your helmet, bike, and instructions on how to handle the bike, the adventure through the snowy forest can start. The route goes in the beautiful landscapes of Luosto region, and you can enjoy the silence of the snowy forests and nature around you. During the safari there ll be a stop to enjoy hot berry juice around an open fire. NOTE: This safari is suitable only for adults and children 12 years and older. DURATION: 2 hours PRICES: per season 77 / adult 77 / adult 73 / adult 58 / child 12-14 years 39 / child 12-14 years 37 / child 12-14 years 21. INTRODUCTION TO THE NORTHERN LIGHTS (19:30-22:30) Starting from 28th December 2018 Mon & Fri This night is all about the Northern Lights. Before the actual hunt for northern lights, you will learn about the Auroras in a multimedia show. A local skilled Northern Lights guide will lead you through ancient beliefs and myths to the latest scientific truth. You will also be able to listen to real radio signals from the space, at the same time as you enjoy the Nature's most magnificent light show. NOTE: the multimedia show is in English only. Later in the evening it s time to start gazing into the sky. The guide will give you the current Northern Lights forecast and take you to the route leading to Ahvenlampi. On the way a suitable spot with an open view to the Northern skies will be chosen, ideal for photography. Hot drinks available by the campfire. NOTE: Starting point for the program at Lapland Hotel Luostotunturi reception. Thermal overalls available if needed.
DURATION: 3 hours PRICES: per season 28.12.2018-6.1.2019 7.1. - 24.3.2019 69 / adult 69 / adult 59 / adult 52 / child 4-14 years 35 / child 4-14 years 30 / child 4-14 years 22. DINNER AT WILDERNESS KOTA (19:00 22:00) Mon, Wed & Sat Experience traditional Kota dinner by the open fire! The evening starts with an easy guided walk to the atmospheric forest kota, a traditional Lappish wooden building, where a delicious 3-course dinner awaits you. Relax by the open fire and enjoy the classic flavours of Lapland! NOTE: Thermal overalls for the evening will be available if needed. This program includes a set menu, so please advise on any special diets or food allergies in advance. Sample menu: * Forest mushroom soup * Salmon cooked by the fire * Pancakes and berry jam * Coffee / tea / berry juice / water DURATION: 2,5-3 hours PRICES: per season 87 / adult 87 / adult 72 / adult 65 / child 4-14 years 44 / child 4-14 years 36 / child 4-14 years 23. START AT SLOPES! (13:00 14:50) Mon, Wed & Fri Start safely at slopes with the 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. This start package includes 50 min lesson, a ski pass and equipment. After guidance time you ll have an hour to ski on your own. NOTE: Starting point for the program at the main building of the ski slopes (Knööli). NOTE: Thermal clothing not included. This activity is suitable for children of 6 years and older. DURATION: 1 hour 50 minutes PRICES: per season Season: 1.12.2018-14.4.2019 104 / adult 104 / child 6-14 years SPECIALITIES FIND YOUR OWN NATURE! We offer also daily equipment rentals for Snowshoes, Winter clothes package FOR OUR SEASONAL SPECIALITIES VISIT: www.laplandsafaris.com
FOR OUR OVERNIGHT ADVENTURES VISIT: www.laplandsafaris.com/overnightadventures UPGRADE YOUR SAFARI! Exclusive departures, outfit delivery directly to hotel contact: luosto@laplandsafaris.fi GENERAL INFORMATION VALID: These safaris are operated in Luosto from 1 December 2018 to 14 April 2019. Guaranteed departures. All safaris require the participation of at least 2 adults. RESERVATIONS AND INQUIRIES: Lapland Safaris Luosto (Snow Games Ltd) Luppokeino 2, 99555 LUOSTO, FINLAND Tel: +358 (0) 16 624 336 E-mail: luosto@laplandsafaris.fi www.laplandsafaris.com At your hotel reception In Lapland Safaris office By mobile: safaris.fi/luosto 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. Snow Games 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. Solo driving possibility, cost varies depending on the safari, between 1-4 h 45/per person 4- h 85/per person GENERAL TERMS: Snowmobile safaris are subject to change due to weather conditions. As a responsible safari organiser, Snow Games Ltd reserves the right to change the routing, pricing and the duration of the excursions without prior notice. Snow Games 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 Snow Games Ltd
PROGRAMME CHART PROGRAMMES MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN 1. Snowmobile safari to Wilderness 2h 2. Luosto Special 3h 3. Snowmobile safari to Amethyst mine 2h 4. Snowmobile safari to reindeer farm 3,5h 5. Reindeer safari 1,5-2h 6. Snowmobile safari to husky farm 3h 7. Exciting rides with snowmobiles and huskies 4h 8. Husky safari 10 km 2,5h 9. Afternoon with the huskies 3,5h 10. Husky adventure 5h 11. Overnight husky safari 24h 12. Fishing experience by snowmobile 3h 13. Tour of the fells 6,5h 14. Day tour to Rovaniemi 8h 15. Aurora Borealis safari by snowmobile 3h 16. Search for the northern lights by snowshoes 2,5h 17. Visit to Aurora kota by car 2h 18. Cross-country skiing trip 2h 19. Snowshoe hike in to national park 3h 20. Snow Adventure with Fatbikes 2 hours 21. Introduction to northern lights 3h 22. Dinner at wilderness kota 2,5-3h 23. Start at slopes! 1,5-2h