About Kilpisjärvi
Kilpisjärvi sits in Finland’s narrow north-western arm, close to both Norway and Sweden. The scenery is noticeably more mountainous than much of Finnish Lapland, with Lake Kilpisjärvi, the Malla Nature Reserve and the surrounding fells giving the destination a strong sense of geography.
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The Finnish stay combines a snowmobile journey towards the point where Finland, Sweden and Norway meet with two nights at Vasara Reindeer Ranch, where glass igloos sit beside a frozen lake.
Three Borders and a Reindeer Ranch
On the Three Countries Aurora Short Break, you travel into Kilpisjärvi from Tromsø before heading out by snowmobile across the winter landscape towards the three-country border area.
The stay at Vasara gives you a slower contrast, with snowshoes, cross-country skis, kick sledges and ice-fishing equipment available, as well as optional reindeer experiences, sauna and Aurora searches.
Kilpisjärvi is therefore less about ticking every classic Finnish Lapland activity and more about landscape, geography and a genuinely unusual multi-country route.
Where to Stay in Kilpisjärvi
Vasara Reindeer Ranch Glass Igloos
Vasara is a working reindeer ranch around 20 minutes south of Kilpisjärvi, with glass igloos set beside a frozen lake and mountain views beyond. The small-scale setting and reindeer connection are a major part of the experience.
Best for: adults, multi-country travellers, glass igloos, reindeer and travellers who want far-north scenery.
Explore our Northern Lights holidays in Finland, or speak to one of our Travel Experts if you would like help choosing the right location.
