Wilderness Hotel Nangu – Tailor Made
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Tailor your Northern Lights holiday to suit you whilst staying at Hotel Nangu, an adult-only (16+), Aurora-focused hotel. Sitting on the shores of Lake Inari, Finland, this is a perfect base for you to choose from an array of winter activities including snowmobiling, dog-sledding, Northern Lights hunts and more.
Hotel Nangu is a stunning, boutique hotel sitting on the southern shore of Lake Inari, Finland' third-largest lake. Nangu only accepts guests aged 16 and above during the winter period so you would be hard pushed to find a more peaceful and relaxing base for a winter break.
The hotel has been carefully located and designed in order to enhance guests' chances of seeing the Northern Lights. The expansive lake view offers a wide vista of the dark sky which isn't affected by light pollution making it perfect for Aurora hunting.
The lake's thick ice also offers a fantastic playground for Northern Lights-dedicated activities as well as daytime excursions, as its frozen surface can be used for snowmobiling, ice fishing and snowmobile-pulled sleigh rides. Of course, the surrounding snow-laden forests make for excellent snowshoeing routes and cross-country skiing trails. And you don't have to travel very far to enjoy a thrilling dog sledding adventure or a visit to a reindeer farm.
A tailor-made trip to Nangu will allow you to experience all of the best winter activities in a breathtaking wilderness environment whilst staying in the warmth and comfort of a boutique hotel.
All you need to do is select your preferred activities from the Activities tab, speak to our travel experts, and your trip is your own. The perfect way to round off each day spent in the snowy wilderness is to luxuriate in the hotel's traditional sauna. Saunas are bordering on compulsory in Finland and there is no denying that the world always feels like a better place once you emerge from the steam.
Important Information
Itinerary
The order of activities listed in this agenda is provided for guidance only. Your final and detailed itinerary will be provided either with your final travel documents (which will be emailed to you around a week prior to departure), or upon arrival.
Activities
If you are travelling in the winter 2024/25 season Wilderness Hotels requires a minimum of 2 activities to be pre-booked at the time of reservation for 3 night stays, or a minimum of 3 activities to be pre-booked at the time of reservation for 4-7 night stays.
For winter season 2025/26 this will increase to a minimum of 3 activities to be pre-booked for a 3-night stay and 4 activities for a stay of 4-7 night stays.
Please note the aurora hunt by car activity is only available until April 2025.
Itinerary
What's included?
- Return flights from London to Ivalo (either direct or via Helsinki). Flight routes are subject to change.
- Return group airport transfers
- Minimum three nights in a twin or double room at Hotel Nangu (upgrades may be available, supplements apply)
- Full board meals
- Cold weather clothing for the duration of your stay
- Fully qualified guides and instructors during activities
- 24/7 assistance from our UK based operations team and in destination support from our local partners
Accommodation
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Wilderness Hotel Nangu is an adult-only (16+), boutique hotel tucked away in a secluded spot close to the shores of Lake Inari in North East Finnish Lapland. This is the ideal place for those wanting to escape to a real haven of peace and quiet which just oozes rustic style, charm and comfort. Think handmade wooden furniture, sheepskins, stunning log architecture, comfy chairs and roaring fires; all with a view over snow-laden trees and a vast frozen lake beyond.
The central log-built restaurant and reception building is a spectacular spot in which to dine and unwind and the elegant wooden buildings which contain the bedrooms are around 20-50 metres away.
The hotel was transformed in 2017 by our longstanding friends and partners Jouko and Mari and they have really put their heart and soul into making Wilderness Hotel Nangu the grown-up retreat that it is.
In prime Aurora territory and just a minute’s walk from the shores of Lake Inari, this is really an incredible place in which to hunt the Northern Lights.
This is one of Wilderness Hotel’s smaller destinations and there is a real exclusivity about this place and we would really recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
Hotel Facilities
- The wonderful main log building contains the reception, dining area and lounge where a roaring log fire and tasteful décor makes for a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere
- We think the food at Nangu is delicious and the setting for your meals could not be more delightful. Breakfasts and lunches are both ‘help yourself’ buffets with local and international flavours. Evening meals consist of three courses: starters and desserts are self-service buffet style and your main course will be served to you at your table (except for Christmas and New Year’s Eve). Guests are provided with two or three choices each evening
- There is a sauna situated in one of the bedroom buildings and this is available for guests to reserve during their stay. The ideal way to relax after a day of activities
- Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas at Nangu, but really, other than checking the Aurora forecasts, we recommend that you just switch off from the outside world
Personalise This Tour
Cross-country skiing is a traditional Finnish winter sport, and a must-try when you are here in Finnish Lapland!
Do not worry if you have never skied before, as you will be given a full safety briefing and lesson which will include tips and techniques that will help you along. Even those experienced downhill skiers will find this a completely new experience, so the group can muddle along together until everyone finds their feet. Then, your guide will take you out on the trail, keeping to a pace and route that is suitable for the group.
Duration: approximately 2 hours in total
This activity will take you deep into the wilderness that surrounds Nangu. Your snowshoes will be provided, and you will strap them to your winter boots prior to setting off on the trail.
Your guide will take you through the stunning winter scenery, while you appreciate the peace and quiet as the snow deadens any sound and only the crunching sound of your feet on the ground is audible. While you walk, your guide will share information and stories about the area’s nature and wildlife.
During this activity, you will stop for hot drinks and lunch around a campfire.
Duration: approximately 4 hours in total including lunch
This activity is a gentle introduction for complete beginners to a popular activity in Finnish Lapland. Your guide will give you full tuition and help you fit your snowshoes before you head out to explore the hotel along a trail which really shows how remote this hotel is. There is something really special about exploring the pristine winter wilderness under your own steam before heading back to the hotel for a well-deserved rest in the cosy lounge area.
Duration: approximately 2 hours in total
Begin with an introduction to snowmobiling with your guide, who will provide thorough safety instructions and a driving lesson. Once everyone is confident with the snowmobile, you'll embark on a short trip through the surrounding areas.
If you wish to drive your own snowmobile please ask our Travel Experts for a quotation.
Please note: the driver must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driving licence.
Duration: approximately 2 hours in total
This relaxing Northern Lights hunt is perfect for those wanting to kick-back whilst still enhancing their chances of spotting the Aurora.
Your excursion will begin in a sled as your guide pulls you over the open space of Lake Inari on his or her snowmobile. Hopefully, the Northern Lights will be shimmering above you making the journey an unforgettable one. If they do not make an appearance, the Arctic sky alone is enough to keep you occupied as the clarity of the stars here is awe-inspiring in itself.
Your sleigh-ride will lead to one of the local Aurora camps where you can enjoy the warmth of a crackling fire and a hot drink while you stay on the lookout for the Lights.
Nangus Aurora camps are set in prime positions to enhance your prospects of seeing the Aurora, and the lack of light pollution over Lake Inari heightens your chances hugely. There is no guarantee that they will appear, but if they do it will be a night you may never forget.
Duration: 2.5 hours
This Northern Lights excursion offers a peaceful yet active hunt through the surrounding nature, as you strap on your snowshoes and tread over thick blankets of snow beneath the dark Arctic sky.
Your guide will lead the way onto the lake and through the surrounding wilderness until you reach your camp spot, where you will warm up with hot beverages and gaze at the sky in the hope of catching the Northern Lights. If they make an appearance, you will all watch and admire as they dance and move above you.
Duration: approximately 2.5 hours in total
Join your guide for a relaxing day trip in a snowmobile sleigh, where you’ll experience ice fishing amid breathtaking scenery. You will be led to prime fishing spots, and throughout the day, you’ll enjoy warm drinks and a lunch cooked over an open fire. With luck, your meal may include freshly caught fish.
If you want to unwind and embrace the local way of life, this is the perfect outing for you.
Duration: approximately 4 hours including lunch
Your day starts with a chauffeured drive from Nangu to a Sami Village, where you’ll meet reindeer and huskies for an unforgettable experience. Learn about Sámi culture and the northern way of life as you step into the reindeer enclosure, feed them, and hear stories from your guide. Then, receive instruction on sledding techniques and embark on a thrilling Husky Safari through the winter landscapes of Lapland. Midway through the journey, there will be an opportunity to swap places with your partner so that you both have the chance to experience the exhilaration of mushing. The ride will last approximately 90 minutes. Lunch will be served during the day to keep you fuelled for the adventure. Lunch will be served during the day to keep you fuelled for the adventure.
Duration: 6 Hours
This heated Aurora Sledge is perfect for seeking the Northern Lights while staying cosy inside. During this private tour, you'll be driven around Lake Inari to discover the best spots for viewing the Aurora.
If the Northern Lights appear, the guide will pause the journey so you can step outside to watch and photograph the spectacle.
For a supplement, you can upgrade the sledge safari to include dinner around an open fire - please speak to our Travel Experts for a quotation.
Duration: approximately 2.5 hours (3 hours with dinner) in total
During this activity, your guides will use their local knowledge and the Aurora and weather forecasts to lead you to a prime Northern Lights viewpoint.
If local conditions are good, a specific Aurora camp will be selected, and you can spend more time trying to capture the lights on camera.
If the weather is less promising close to the hotel, you will travel further in search of clear skies.
Your guide will impart some of their extensive knowledge and you will enjoy an evening out in the wilds, hopefully gazing at the Northern Lights.
Duration: approximately 3 hours
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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| Tour Loaction: | Inari,Finland |
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Additional Info
Price is based on 2 persons travelling
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Snow coverage in early December
If you are travelling early in the winter season and there is not enough snowfall, then some activities may be adapted by the local team, or alternatives provided, to ensure everyone’s safety and comfort. For more information on this, please see section 11 of our booking terms and conditions.
Key Facts
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