Hut-to-Hut Expedition Level 2
Ski across an entire national park in Finnish Lapland.
10 days. 160 km. Wilderness cabins. Winter camping.
Location: Finnish Lapland
Difficulty: Level 4 ▲▲▲▲
Duration: 10 Days
Group Size: 5-7 Guests
Groups: Mixed & Women Only
Price: £2550
Dates: March - April
Best for: You loved Hut-to-Hut Level 1 and want something bigger or you’re looking for a longer expedition totally off-grid for 10 days.
Trip Overview
Our most challenging winter adventure, this 10-day Arctic ski expedition takes you across 160 km of Finnish Lapland's wild and remote landscapes.
Ski from the Russian border through Urho Kekkonen National Park, staying in wilderness cabins and winter camping beneath the Arctic sky. Expect long days on the trail, wood-fired saunas, incredible scenery and a huge sense of achievement.
This is a true wilderness adventure for those looking to challenge themselves and experience life in the Arctic.
Why you’ll love this trip
You'll ski across an entire national park.
By the end of the trip you'll have travelled over 160 km from the Russian border to our basecamp in Kiilopää.
Remote hut-to-hut living
Spend your nights in simple wilderness cabins, surrounded by the silence of Finnish Lapland.
You'll earn every kilometre.
It's a proper wilderness expedition where we will be breaking trail and finding the best route to cross the National Park.
You'll live simply.
Water comes from rivers and snow. Cabins are heated with wood-burning stoves. Evenings are spent sharing stories around the fire.
Small-group adventure
Travel with an experienced wilderness guide and a small group of like-minded people.
The magic of Arctic winter
Experience deep snow, extreme temperatures and the possibility of seeing the Northern Lights.
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What to expect…
Day one / arrival
Arrive at our meeting point in Ivalo and meet your guide and fellow adventurers. We will then go through the trip briefing and what to pack ready for tomorrow’s departure.
Day nine / ski day
On day 9 we will return back to our basecamp cabin after an incredible trip crossing Urho Kekkonen National Park. The team will enjoy a sauna and we will celebrate with dinner in a local restaurant.
Day two-eight / ski days
We will be dropped off at the boarder and will set out to cross the National Park skiing from 8-21km each day. Spending our nights in remote wilderness cabins or setting up tents and making camp each day.
Day ten / departure
There are no activities planned today so you are free to depart anytime from basecamp.
What’s included
Eight days of backcountry Nordic skiing.
Six nights in remote wilderness cabins.
2 nights winter camping
Two nights of modern accommodation before and after trip (including breakfast).
Nordic ski, ski boots and sled hire.
Expert guiding throughout the trip.
All expedition meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner whilst on the trail).
Traditional Finnish sauna experience.
Small-group adventure with like-minded travellers.
What’s not included
International flights and travel to our basecamp in Kiilopää.
Evening meal on the final night of the trip.
Personal travel insurance.
Travelling to Finnish Lapland
We're always happy to help you plan your journey to our basecamp. Wherever possible, we encourage guests to travel by public transport to help minimise the environmental impact of our trips.
Equipment & Clothes
We'll send you a detailed packing list as part of your booking documentation, including clothing recommendations and everything you'll need for a comfortable week in the Arctic.
Looking for a little inspiration? Check out our winter packing guide below.
Terms & Conditions
Please take a moment to read our booking terms and conditions before securing your place on the trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This isn't the right trip if you've never skied before. We'd recommend joining our Intro to Nordic Skiing adventure first, where you'll learn the skills and techniques needed for Nordic backcountry skiing in a supportive environment. Or if you have a good level of fitness and some alpine experience then you can join our shorter Hut-to-Hut trip.
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This is one of our most challenging winter adventure, so a good level of fitness is essential. You'll be skiing for around 6-7 hours a day, covering between 8 and 20 km depending on the terrain and snow conditions.
You'll also take turns pulling a shared expedition sled weighing approximately 30-40 kg. Some days will feel tougher than others, but if you enjoy being active and are up for pushing yourself a little, you'll find this adventure incredibly rewarding.
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Absolutely. Most of our guests join our trips solo and quickly become part of the group. Our small-group adventures are a brilliant way to meet like-minded people.
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We spend the first night in accommodation in Ivalo and final night of the trip at our cosy basecamp cabin in Kiilopää. The remaining nights are spent in remote wilderness huts within the national park or winter camping in expedition tents.
The huts are simple but comfortable, with bunk beds, wood-burning stoves and outdoor dry toilets. There's no electricity or Wi-Fi, just good company, incredible scenery and the chance to truly disconnect.
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Expect hearty, home-cooked vegetarian meals designed to keep you fuelled for long days in the Arctic. We'll introduce you to some of our favourite Finnish flavours and use simple, wholesome ingredients wherever possible.
On camping nights, we'll enjoy high-quality dehydrated expedition meals. Dietary requirements can usually be catered for, just let us know when booking.
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We recommend flying into Ivalo Airport, which is just a 10-minute taxi ride from our starting point. Alternatively, you can fly into Rovaniemi Airport and catch the 3.5-hour bus to Ivalo. We're always happy to help you organise your onward travel if needed.
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Please aim to arrive between 5- 6pm on the first day of the trip. We'll kick things off with a group briefing, talk through the plan for the week and pack our sleds ready for the adventure ahead. You can depart any time on the final day as we have no scheduled activities.
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Once you book on you will be sent a detailed packing list to help you prepare for the Arctic. You'll find everything you need, from clothing recommendations to the essential bits of kit you'll want to bring with you. You can also see here the packing lists for our different trips.
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Yes. Travel insurance is mandatory for all of our trips and should cover cancellation, medical expenses and the activities included within your itinerary.
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We'd love to hear from you! If you're unsure whether this trip is right for you or have any questions at all, just drop us a message, we're always happy to chat adventures.
Still have questions?
Not sure if this adventure is right for you?
We'd love to help. Drop us a message and we'll happily chat through the itinerary, fitness requirements or anything else you're unsure about.