About Nellim
Nellim is a tiny village close to the eastern shores of Lake Inari, surrounded by forests, frozen lakes and very little artificial light. It is the kind of place where the landscape quickly becomes more important than the map.
We have worked with the team behind Wilderness Hotel Nellim for well over a decade, and that long relationship matters. The hotel has grown and evolved, but the reason we keep returning has not changed: Nellim combines dark skies, immediate access to wilderness and one of the most comprehensive Aurora activity programmes in our Finland range.
For travellers who want the Northern Lights firmly at the centre of their holiday, Nellim remains one of our strongest recommendations.
Made for Aurora Hunters
Lake Inari and the surrounding forests give Nellim space, darkness and a choice of viewpoints. The local team has developed dedicated Aurora Camps and evening searches that use snowmobiles, minivans and other forms of transport to make the most of local conditions.
During the day, the same landscape becomes a playground for husky sledding, snowmobiling, reindeer encounters, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
The result is a destination where the Northern Lights are taken seriously without leaving you sitting around waiting for nightfall.
Where to Stay in Nellim
Wilderness Hotel Nellim
Wilderness Hotel Nellim is the centre of our programme here. Accommodation ranges across rooms, cabins and Aurora-focused options, while activities and evening hunts are organised directly by the hotel team.
The hotel works for short breaks as well as longer activity-led stays, and can also be combined with Muotka if you want to experience two different wilderness bases in one holiday.
Best for: dedicated Aurora hunters, couples, active travellers and anyone who wants classic Finnish wilderness.
