Overview
Key facts
- Duration:3 nights
- Suitable for: Anybody aged 4 years or over (younger children may join the holiday, but may not be able to participate in all the activities). Please see terms for details
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What's included?
- Transfers: return airport transfers
- Accommodation: 3 nights’ villa accommodation.
- Meals: 3 breakfasts*
- The following activities are included in your stay: Dog Sledding, Aurora Snowmobiling and Snowmobile Safari to a Reindeer Farm (the order of activities is subject to change)
- Access to Ranua Wildlife Park throughout your stay
- Cold weather clothing for the duration of your stay
- Fully qualified wilderness guides and instructors for any activities
- A note on flights: whilst flights are not included in the holiday price, our team will happily provide a quote and arrange them for you. Simply ask one of our Travel Experts for details of the available options for you
*If you are travelling between 12th December and 6th January, you will also have 3 dinners included in the price of your holiday.
Situated in Finnish Lapland and boasting an enchanting forest location, Ranua Holiday Village is an adventure playground guaranteed to excite the whole family.
Ranua is one of our favourite family locations as it combines comfy accommodation with welcoming hospitality and knowledgeable guides. A cosy and modern villa will be your home for the holiday, each with their own wonderfully equipped kitchenette which are perfect for shared family meals. The Holiday Village is also conveniently located next to the Wildlife Park and the starting point for activities, so you won’t have to go far.
This exciting three-night itinerary is designed with teens in mind and showcases the best of Lapland with a thrilling dog sledding experience, an exhilarating snowmobile safari and a visit to a traditional reindeer farm. Each activity will enable you and your family to explore the snowy wilderness around Ranua at wonderful speed. Kids will particularly love the husky safari, quickly making friends with the enthusiastic dogs that pull their sleds through the great outdoors.
While breakfast is included as standard, we’ve left lunch and dinner up to you. There is a nearby supermarket, accessible by taxi which can be prebooked or arranged locally, to stock up on supplies for meals in. Or, for those days you’d prefer to eat out, Ranua Resort has its own buffet restaurant (with a la carte options too) on site. Alternatively, the wildlife park is home to a small Kota selling light meals and hot drinks, plus Bubo Bistro so there are plenty of options during your stay.
Experience the magic of winter in Ranua with exhilarating activities, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable memories to be made!
©Hotel Gulo Gulo
Agenda
Agenda
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Day 1 Arrival in Lapland
Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your accommodation at Ranua, where you can settle into your cosy apartment.
You’ll receive your cold weather clothing for the duration of your stay and this evening is kept free to allow you some time to explore your surroundings.
Included Meals: None -
Day 2 Dog Sledding and Aurora Snowmobiling
Breakfast leads into an all-round favourite of ours: the sensational husky safari. An introduction to dog sledding will open the session and shortly after, a flurry of fur and paws rockets you across the snowy landscape. The experience thrills from start to finish and is impossible to forget.
Prior to setting off, adults will be given full instructions on how to handle a team of huskies before hitting the trails travelling two people per sled. The adventure will last around an hour but you can also upgrade to a longer safari should you wish (see the ‘Personalise’ section for details).
All decisions are made on the day of the safari by the lead guide as to any guest’s suitability to drive their own dogsled. As a general rule, those aged 15 and over are normally able to drive their own team of huskies but the guide’s decision on the day will be final and in the interest of safety. Kids under the age of 15 will either travel in a sledge driven by the guide or an accompanying adult.
This evening, you will be taken on a snowmobile search for the Northern Lights, driving two per vehicle with a guide to lead you. Stopping off halfway, you will be served hot berry juice by an open fire.
Anyone wishing to drive a snowmobile must be at least 18 years old and in possession of a full driving licence. Kids usually travel in a sled pulled by the guides snowmobile but for the thrill seekers, teens can upgrade to ride pillion passenger behind an adult (and must be taller than 140cm).
Hopefully, a campfire won’t be the only natural light source this evening – with luck, the Aurora should make an appearance too!
Included Meals: Breakfast -
Day 3 Snowmobile Safari to a Reindeer Farm
This route will take you towards Laivala, a small authentic reindeer farm, which is approximately 15km from the Holiday Village. Here you will be welcomed by the herder and taken to see his reindeer, before enjoying a short reindeer sled ride (approximately 15 minutes).
Back at the farm you will enjoy a hot snack and learn more about the life of the reindeer herders and their long history in this region. The activity will end with a snowmobile trip back to the hotel.
You will then have the afternoon free to enjoy Ranua at your own pace. Why not make the most of your unlimited entry tickets and visit to the Wildlife Park?
Included Meals: Breakfast -
Day 4 Departure
Today, your stay at Ranua draws to a close. Savour a farewell breakfast before being transferred to the airport for your flights home.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation
Accommodation
Included in price
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Ranua Holiday Village
Nights: 1-3
Located around 4km from the small town centre, Ranua Holiday Village is an ideal family base, boasting close proximity to the Ranua Wildlife Park which guests have unlimited access to throughout their stay.
The holiday village offers families modern comfortable apartments which are very well equipped.
HOTEL FACILITIES
- Ranua Wildlife Park offers a wonderful opportunity to observe the lives of Arctic wild animals in their natural environments. Your ticket entitles you to visit the wildlife park as many times as you wish during your stay, something that our families always love
- The simple but convivial restaurant is situated at the wildlife park itself which is just across the road from your accommodation. Here you will enjoy your breakfast and dinner*, offering a selection of traditional Finnish foods and international dishes for all the family to enjoy, including a children's menu. *Depending on your board basis. Lunch is also available to guests (payable locally)
- Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the apartments
Room Types
VILLA
The villas are beautifully decorated with all modern comforts for families. In total, there are thirty at Ranua, which are housed within fifteen semi-detached building backing onto a lovely forest landscape.
The ground floor accommodation comprises of an open-plan living room with flat screen TV, kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is well equipped with stove, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, coffee maker and kettle (you may want to take your own tea and coffee to enjoy in your apartment).
There is one twin bedroom downstairs as well as the bathroom which includes a shower, toilet and drying cabinet for clothes. There is also a private sauna which is a real treat. The accommodation also features a hairdryer and ironing facilities if required.
On the first floor, there is a second twin bedroom as well as an open loft area with two smaller extra beds (suitable for children) as well as a shower and toilet. All linen is of course provided.
These have their own decking area which can come in very handy for viewing the local wildlife or (fingers crossed!) maybe even the Northern Lights.
Special Nights
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Arctic Igloo
These beautiful glass igloos add a very special accommodation experience to any stay at Ranua. There are 20 igloos in total (10 twin igloos and 10 family/lakeside igloos) which are located around 8km from Ranua Wildlife Park. They are set in an idyllic lakeside location with very little light pollution and uninterrupted views to the North, giving you an excellent chance of watching the Northern Lights from your bed, talk about a holiday memory!
Twin igloos
The igloos include a twin bed and have a small kitchenette, a bathroom with private sauna (this is Finland after all!) and a limited lake view. Guests will normally be transferred to the igloos ahead of their evening meal at the Igloo Village Restaurant and are then picked up the following morning in time for breakfast back at the main restaurant in Ranua. Whilst there is no reception building at the igloo camp, all guests receive a contact number in case of any questions or issues.
Family/lakeside igloos
These igloos have the same facilities as the twin igloos but have a double bed and space for two small extra beds for children (4-14 years old) and a lake view. Please note that the maximum occupancy is 2 adults and 2 children (4-14 years old).
Guests will normally be transferred to the igloos ahead of their evening meal at the Igloo Village Restaurant and are then picked up the following morning in time for breakfast back at the main restaurant in Ranua. Whilst there is no reception building at the igloo camp, all guests receive a contact number in case of any questions or issues.
Please note, that the example price listed is based on guests spending the final night of their holiday in an igloo, and checking out of their apartment accommodation. If guests wish to spend any other night during their stay in a glass igloo, they must retain their apartment accommodation. Our Travel Experts will happily provide you with a quotation.
Image credits: Jari Romppainen & Marko Juntilla
Personalise
Personalise this tour
Our pick
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Extended Husky Safari 2hr
For those looking to get a bit more out of their exciting husky experience, there is the option to extend your husky safari to two hours. This will give your family plenty of time to enjoy the excitement of travelling across the snow with your eager team of huskies.
Speak to one of our Travel Experts who can arrange this for you.
From £30 per adult
From £10 per child
Other options
Activities
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Northern Lights safari with Finn horses
Wrap up warm in your horse-drawn sleigh and admire the wintry evening scenery around you. You’ll hear stories about Lapland as the horses gently guide you over the snowy trails and if conditions are favourable, on the lookout for the Northern Lights.
Duration: 2 – 2.5 hours approximately
Credit Jari Romppainen
From: £81 per adult
From: £72 per child -
Cross-country Skiing
Explore the Arctic the ancient way – on cross-country skis! Your guide will teach you the various techniques of this activity before you head out to put your skills into practice. The ski tracks reside close to the Ranua Wildlife Park and will cover around 3km.
Duration: approximately 2 hours
From: £69 per adult
From: £49 per child -
Finnish Horse Sleigh Ride
Get snug under the sleigh’s warm blankets for this winter sleigh ride through the snowy forest. Listen to the sound of sleigh bells tinkling and the patter of hooves as you experience this traditional ride on a Finnhorse-pulled sleigh.
Duration: approximately 1 hour
From: £70 per adult
From: £60 per child -
Cross-Country Skis, Snowshoe and Fat Bike Rentals
If you and the family enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or cycling, you can rent the equipment for some independent exploration. Talk to the staff at the hotel for trail guides and best locations. Minimum age: 4 years old
Rental:
Snowshoes and Cross-Country Skis: £20 per person per day
Fatbikes: £60 per person dayFrom: £20 per adult
From: £20 per child
Special Nights
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Arctic Igloo
These beautiful glass igloos add a very special accommodation experience to any stay at Ranua. There are 20 igloos in total (10 twin igloos and 10 family/lakeside igloos) which are located around 8km from Ranua Wildlife Park. They are set in an idyllic lakeside location with very little light pollution and uninterrupted views to the North, giving you an excellent chance of watching the Northern Lights from your bed, talk about a holiday memory!
Twin igloos
The igloos include a twin bed and have a small kitchenette, a bathroom with private sauna (this is Finland after all!) and a limited lake view. Guests will normally be transferred to the igloos ahead of their evening meal at the Igloo Village Restaurant and are then picked up the following morning in time for breakfast back at the main restaurant in Ranua. Whilst there is no reception building at the igloo camp, all guests receive a contact number in case of any questions or issues.
Family/lakeside igloos
These igloos have the same facilities as the twin igloos but have a double bed and space for two small extra beds for children (4-14 years old) and a lake view. Please note that the maximum occupancy is 2 adults and 2 children (4-14 years old).
Guests will normally be transferred to the igloos ahead of their evening meal at the Igloo Village Restaurant and are then picked up the following morning in time for breakfast back at the main restaurant in Ranua. Whilst there is no reception building at the igloo camp, all guests receive a contact number in case of any questions or issues.
Please note, that the example price listed is based on guests spending the final night of their holiday in an igloo, and checking out of their apartment accommodation. If guests wish to spend any other night during their stay in a glass igloo, they must retain their apartment accommodation. Our Travel Experts will happily provide you with a quotation.
Image credits: Jari Romppainen & Marko Juntilla
From: £100 per adult
From: £100 per child
Dates & Prices
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Adult (15+) price based on 2 adults sharing a two bedroom villa with 2 children (aged 4 - 14)
Dates
Departure dates between | |||
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Sun 01 Dec 2024
to Wed 11 Dec 2024 |
Adult price (per person):
£955.00
to £1070.00 |
Child (age 4 - 14):
£675.00
to £755.00 |
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Thu 12 Dec 2024
to Mon 06 Jan 2025 |
Adult price (per person):
£1095.00
to £1225.00 |
Child (age 4 - 14):
£755.00
to £845.00 |
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Tue 07 Jan 2025
to Tue 18 Mar 2025 |
Adult price (per person):
£955.00
to £1070.00 |
Child (age 4 - 14):
£675.00
to £755.00 |
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Terms
For our full booking terms and conditions please click here
The Specifics
Group Size
We always try to provide an approximation of the group size you can expect to be with for the duration of each of our holidays. It may be that you are joined by others for parts of your holiday (such as transfers and particular activities) but the above number reflects those you can normally expect to be with from beginning to end. If group size is something which is particularly important to you, please speak to our Travel Experts and they can suggest the best holidays for you.
Tailor-made holiday group sizes will vary for all activities as will the group size for any additional activities you book.
Minimum numbers required for a holiday to operate
Some of our holidays require a minimum number of participants to operate (as listed in the ‘Group Size’ section). If your holiday departure has not yet reached the minimum number, you will be told at the time of booking. In the unlikely event that your chosen date is not guaranteed by nine weeks before your scheduled departure date, we will contact you to discuss the available options as per our booking conditions.
Minimum and maximum age
The minimum age for this holiday can be found in the ‘Key Facts’ section of the holiday overview.
Younger family members may be able to participate but may not be able to take part in all activities. Please contact one of our Travel Experts if you have any questions.
Itinerary amendments
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 are uploaded into your online account around a week prior to departure) or upon arrival.
Medical History and Advice
We want our holidays to be accessible as they can be and will do our best to accommodate any special requests and requirements where possible. We have a wide range of holidays and destinations and so our travel experts will help find the best holiday for you.
In order to give us the best possible chance to do this we ask that if you or any member of your party has any medical condition or disability which may affect your holiday or has any special requirements, that you tell us at the time of enquiry or booking. You must also promptly advise us if any medical condition or disability which may affect your holiday develops after your booking has been confirmed. You may need to provide a doctor’s note and proof of insurance in some cases as the health and safety of our clients is absolutely paramount.
In providing this information you are allowing us to work with our expert local partners to ensure that your whole party can enjoy the holiday. By letting us know in advance we can discreetly work with you to adapt any part of the holiday which may potentially be challenging. Being able to prepare for this in advance makes an incredible difference to what we can offer and minimises any impact on your party and the rest of the group.
Unfortunately, if you choose not to share this information with us in advance then it may limit some or all of the itinerary you have booked, and we cannot be held accountable for any additional costs or missed activities resulting from this.
It is vitally important that you advise us prior to departure of any medical or dietary condition relating to any member of your party so that we may notify our local staff before you arrive. We recommend only drinking bottled water from bottles with unbroken seals and be vigilant about the use of ice in drinks and ice cream.
Insurance
Insurance is not included in your holiday, but it is a pre-requisite to travelling with us. You will need to ensure that you have cover for all the activities that you will be participating in during your holiday.
It is extremely important that you take out a suitable travel insurance policy at the time of booking. Plans do sometimes change, and you will need this policy should you need to cancel your holiday.
If you are struggling to find a suitable policy then details of our preferred provider, who will cover you for all the activities we offer, can be found on our website by clicking here. Please note that this policy is available to EU residents under the age of 75 only.
The UK Foreign Office Advice
Our clients’ safety is at the centre of everything we do, and our operations team continually assesses and monitors the destinations we feature. We carry out thorough risk assessments and work closely with all of our suppliers to continually follow best practice. For up to date travel advice the UK government offers its Travel Aware website as well as the advice detailed below.
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office Advice
We receive all updates from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) with regards to travel advice and we always ensure that we follow this advice in our operations. The FCO issues travel advisories for countries based on a very wide range of factors. They may provide notification about things as simple as a football match and crowds, or they may go so far as to advise against all travel to a region. We ask all our clients to refer to the relevant Travel Advice by Country for the destinations they are visiting in order to make an informed decision on the safety of the destination based on the details provided. It also provides vital information regarding entry requirements, embassy information, local laws and customs as well as specific safety and health. Guests should take responsibility for keeping themselves up to date with this advice. Please also ensure that, if you are transiting through another country, you have read the advice and meet the entry requirements for that destination too.
The FCO travel advice is applicable to British Passport Holders. Most governments will issue their own travel advice for a region and, if you are not a UK resident then you can find some helpful links below:
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade http://www.safetravel.govt.nz/
Canadian Consular Affairs Bureau http://voyage.gc.ca/
The U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs http://travel.state.gov/content/travel/english.html
If the FCO deems that there is an unacceptable level of risk for UK citizens then, together with the government, they may issue an advisory against all travel to a region or country. If such an advisory is published, then we will act accordingly, and this may require the cancellation, curtailment or amendment of a holiday itinerary. These decisions are made on the basis of ensuring our clients’ safety and will affect all clients on the holiday, regardless of their nationality.
If one of our local experts suggests an amendment due to a situation which develops locally then we may also take the decision to amend an itinerary appropriately.
If we have to cancel your holiday prior to departure you will be offered the option of an alternative trip (where any price difference will either be refunded to or covered by you) or a full refund of the monies paid.
If we have to curtail a holiday, then you will be refunded for any costs for the elements we have been unable to deliver, where we have been able to secure a refund from our suppliers. If we must reroute a holiday, then any basis for refund is determined on a case by case basis and dependent on whether the central holiday experience was provided or not.
Booking activities locally
Additional activities can be booked locally in almost all our destinations. However, as per our booking conditions, we cannot be held responsible for any injury or loss incurred through participation in activities which are booked at your destination outside of our holiday itinerary (see our ‘Terms and Conditions’ for further details).
When arranging any such activity please always ensure that safety is your primary concern.
In some of our destinations, you can borrow or hire equipment for use in your free time. You do so entirely at your own risk. You must ensure that you are correctly prepared, have the necessary equipment and knowledge (maps, etc.) and ensure that where applicable, you follow marked routes. We recommend discussing your plans with the local teams who will be able to advise on the most suitable options for you.
Always let the reception/guide know where you are planning to go and take a torch and mobile phone (with the hotel/guide’s phone number stored). It is also a good idea to leave your contact number and the time you expect to return to the hotel should the hotel need to contact you.
Flight schedule changes and connecting transportation
On your documentation, we will confirm your flight schedule. Sometimes the flight number, routing and timings might change prior to your departure. If the change is classed as a significant change then we will contact you to discuss this. Please see our booking conditions for details.
Flight schedule changes can impact on your pre and post-holiday travel arrangements if these have been booked separately to your holiday. We strongly recommend that you do not book transport (such as trains or transfers), car parking or non-connecting flights to the departure point for your holiday until you have received your final confirmed travel times when your final travel documents are issued. We are not responsible for the effect of any schedule change on your pre or post travel arrangements. We strongly recommend that you do not purchase non-flexible or non-refundable tickets to avoid cancellation and penalty charges.
Booking your own flights cancellation disclaimer
If you have chosen to book your own flights, then you will need to wait until we confirm to you that the holiday departure has met the minimum numbers required to run (if applicable to your chosen holiday). Once the holiday is guaranteed to run, you will be informed and you can then make your arrangements.
If transfers are included in your holiday, please ensure that any potential flights will be met by our standard transfers (speak to one of our Travel Experts for advice) otherwise private transfer supplements may be applicable. Once your flights are booked, please send us a copy of your detailed flight itinerary.
Please be aware that most tickets are non-refundable in the case of cancellation. For this reason, we strongly advise you check the rules of the ticket and check the limitations of your cancellation insurance before booking. We cannot be held liable, in the unlikely eventuality that we should be forced to cancel or amend your trip, for losses incurred relating to any flight booking you have made.
Terms and Conditions
Our full booking terms and conditions can be found on our website: https://www.activitiesabroad.com/booking-conditions
Please note: our payment and cancellation terms will be unique to each booking – they will be confirmed with you at the time of quotation. The terms listed above are noted as a guide only
Please note that the following cancellation terms supersede in part those mentioned in Section 7 of our general booking terms and conditions.
- Up to balance due date (this is normally 16 weeks prior to departure however some holidays differ. If this applies to your holiday you will be advised at the time of booking) - Loss of deposit (including the full cost of flights or other services where paid at the time of booking)
- Between balance due date and 92 days prior to departure – 50%
- 91 to 24 days prior to departure – 75%
- 23 or less days – 100%