Ruka ski holidays

Activities

Try a snowmobile safari across the frozen lakes and through the forests, reindeer safaris, husky dog sledding, ice karting, ice fishing or even visit Santa Claus. You can also learn the technique of telemark skiing or take part in the activities organised by the local nature and adventure team.

Winter Activity Tasters (2 days)

These activities take place on the 1st and 2nd days after arrival your arrival. Experience two of the 'must do' activities in this glorious region.

1st day, 1 hour snowmobile safari taster

Includes equipment and snowmobiling for 1 hour. 2 people per snowmobile. Duration of the entire programme 1.5 hrs
The driver of the snowmobile must be at least 18 years old and take with them their valid driving licence.

2nd day, Visit to husky farm and husky safari taster

Includes equipment, transfers to and from husky farm and a 2 km husky safari. Duration of the entire programme 2 hrs

Reindeer farm visit

Take your chance to try out riding in a real reindeer sleigh. Transfer to meet a local reindeer herder and feed his reindeer. You will then have your chance to take a reindeer sleigh ride. Each sleigh ride lasts approx. 3-5 minutes. You will also have time to enjoy coffee/tea/juice and a sweet bun in a Lappish "Kota" or at the Reindeer farm cafe. Price incl. transfers, guiding, thermal clothing, reindeer sleigh ride and snacks. Duration of the entire programme 1.5 hrs (Due to run on Thursdays).

Ice Fishing

Travel to a nearby frozen lake and try your hand at the incredible tradition of ice fishing. The guide shows you how to make a hole in the ice and teaches you everything about ice fishing. Learn about the history and the development of the local fishing traditions. Price includes guiding, thermal clothing and equipment. Duration of the entire programme 2.5 hrs (Due to run on Wednesdays at 1400 hrs.)

Husky farm visit

Enjoy the thrill of being pulled at great speed by a team of huskies.
Transfer to the nearby Husky farm. A Husky guide will welcome you and give you a short lesson on how to steer your husky team. Then you will go on a 5 km husky ride, approximately 20 minutes (2 persons/team) and experience the beautiful winter landscape. After the ride, snacks (sausages, coffee/tea, sweet bun) are enjoyed around the campfire before you transfer back to Ruka. Duration of the entire programme approx. 2 hrs. (Due to run on Saturdays at 1400 hrs.)

Snow Shoe Safari

Get away from it all and experience the beauty of nature. You will meet at the Safarihouse (in the centre of resort) and kit out in thermal outfits and show shoes. Then you will venture out and experience the incredible landscape. Duration of the entire programme 2 hrs, 1 hr snowshoeing. (Due to run on Fridays at 1400 hrs.)

Night Snowmobile Safari

Enjoy a thrilling snowmobile ride over Ruka’s varied terrain, probably our best chance to see the incredible Northern lights!
Guests will receive full snowmobiling equipment including thermal outfit, shoes, gloves, balaclavas and helmets. Snowmobiling for about 1,5 hours or 30 km, depending on the snowmobiling skills of the group. Price incl. snowmobiling, guiding, thermal clothing. Adults only. The driver of the snowmobile must be at least 18 years old and take with them their valid driving licence. Total duration of the program is 2 h, snowmobiling time 1,5 hrs. (Due to run on Wednesdays at 19:00).

Santa's secret cottage

Drive by coach to Santa's cottage, set out in the wilderness (approx 25 mins from resort). Santa's elves will welcome you and start some fun and games outside, then hot drinks are taken in a lakeside hut, before Santa appears and invites you in to his cottage. With children gathered around, Santa sits in his rocking chair and tells stories of Rudolf, his elves, why he left the North Pole and much more. Learn a song in Finnish and have some cookies and drinks. There is a present for every child and plenty of chances for photos. Total duration of the program is approx. 3hrs. (Due to run twice a week, in high season only, dependent on minimal numbers).

Ice karting

Ice karting is a totally new driving experience! Driven on an outdoor ice track, it's an activity where technical skill beats speed. Still, the icy track is likely to give you a bit of a spin. Ice karts are very similar to those used for indoor karting, except the engine is more pwerful and the tyres are studded. Anyone over 150cm can drive the Ice karts, irrespective of their age. A maximum of 10 karts are allowed on the track at one time. Helmets are compulsory (and are included in the price). Price includes all the necessary thermal clothing and equipment, warm up laps and a race. Duration of the entire programme 1.5 hrs (approx. driving time 25 minutes).

Activities	Adult	Child
Winter Activity Taster (2 days)	£99	£50
Reindeer farm visit	£45	£23
Ice Fishing	£39	£16
Husky farm visit	£72	£63
Snow Shoe Safari	£20	£12
Night Snowmobile Safari (pp, 2 share)	£52	-
Night Snowmobile Safari (pp, single)	£73	-
Santa's secret cottage	£40	£28 (LS) / £33 (HS)
Ice karting	£66	£66 (must be 150cm+)

Please note: For snowmobile excursions, the prices are per person, based on 2 people sharing a snowmobile. If there is a single driver on a snowmobile, supplements will apply, payable locally. The driver of the snowmobile must be at least 18 years old and take with them their valid driving licence. Young children may need to travel in a sleigh behind the guide's snowmobile. Child prices are for 4-12 years inclusive, 2-14yrs inclusive for Santa's secret cottage. Where applicable, children under 4 are free of charge, except for Santa's secret cottage. A minimum number of participants is required for most excursions. Days and times of all activities are subject to change.

All ski/board tuition takes place in the morning, allowing you to enjoy the array of Winter activities on offer in the afternoons.



We recommend that you bring long thermal underwear and warm, light layered clothing to wear under the Arctic suits provided with activities. Hand and/or toe warmers are highly recommended, great for children or anyone that needs them when the temperature gets seriously cold. If required, Arctic suits & boots can be hired for the week once in resort (with a local charge).