Luosto, Finland

Luosto is in the middle of Finnish Lapland (only 90 minutes from the Arctic Circle and 3 hours from the Sampo Ice-Braker) with excellent facilities and well organised activity services. Modern hotels, spa facilities, cosy log cabins, well groomed downhill and cross country ski slopes and tracks, outdoor fun and adventure rounded off with fine wine and cuisine, all combine to ensure a successful holiday.

In Luosto, you can be active all year round. The winter offers skiing, visits to Pyha-Luosto Husky and Reindeer Park and the Amethyst Mine (the only one in whole Europe which welcomes visitors), snowmobile, reindeer and husky safaris in the snowy forest and snowshoe hikes to the untouched fell slopes. All of these and many more wonderful experiences which soon transport you away from routine of daily life.

Choices for a summer adventures includes hiking up to Amethyst Mine or in the Pyha-Luosto National Park, canoeing, fishing, bicycling and swimming. A number of memorable summertime events will be arranged at PyhäaLuosto, distinguished for their intimate atmosphere and content. The Aittakuru Amphitheatre and the âconcert hall❠built on the Luosto slopes offer venues difficult to find elsewhere. The best known events are for example Kuru Soi âfestival week, Pyha Unplugged and Luosto Classic.

Sights

Winter Fishing Trip

Ride in a sleigh drawn by snowmobile for a winter ice fishing experience, including hot coffee around an open fire.

 
Scenic Snowmobile Safari

Enjoy a snowmobile tour through the winter landscapes of Luosto. The tour includes a break for hot drinks by open fire.

 
In Search of Northern Lights by Snowshoe

Snowshoe trek by night to find the best spot for admiring the Northern Lights. Hot drink included.

 
Safari to Amethyst Mine

Ride by snowmobile to the top of the Lampivaara fell to visit Europeâs only Amethyst mine open to visitors. Learn about this fascinating stone, and search for your own.

 
Aurora Borealis

Visit the Aurora Tepee by car for an audio-visual presentation on the Northern Lights.

 
Cross Country Ski School

Learn the basics of cross country skiing whilst enjoying the atmospheric winter surroundings. Includes instruction and all necessary equipment.

 
Safari to Reindeer Park

Depart by snowmobiles to a local reindeer farm. Learn about reindeer husbandry and enjoy a ½-hour ride in a reindeer-drawn sled, followed by a hot drink round a campfire. Return to Luosto by snowmobiles

 
Safarid With Snowmobiles & Huskies

Drive by snowmobile to a husky farm. Meet the yelping dogs and take a 4 km ride with a team of huskies. Hot coffee is served round an open fire.

 
Husky Safari

Transfer by car to a husky farm. Meet the yelping dogs and take an extended 1 hour ride with a team of huskies. 2 people to share a sled, one driving and one a passenger in the sled. Grilled sausages & hot coffee are served round an open fire. Return to the hotel by car

 
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