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What to do and see in Ivalo, Lapland: The Best Ski & Snow Tours
Ivalo (Inari Sami: Avveel, Northern Sami: Avvil, Skolt Sami: Âˊvvel; Russian: Ивало) is a village in the municipality of Inari, Lapland, Finland, located on the Ivalo River 20 kilometres (12 mi) south of Lake Inari. It has a population of 3,998 as of 2003 and a small airport. 30 kilometres (19 mi) south of Ivalo is a very popular resort named Saariselkä. Many tourists visit this place every year for winter sports (downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, husky and reindeer sledge riding) and for summer activities (trekking and hiking in the Saariselkä fjells, canoeing in Lapland's rivers, mountain biking, panning for gold, fishing, etc.).
Restaurants in Ivalo
1. Extreme Huskies
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By maddie_nu
We had an amazing time with the huskies! The dogs are amazing and eager to run. They seem to be very well looked after and like family. Petteri did a fantastic job instructing us and it was a blast to be a musher for the day. There were a few stops where he took pictures of all the participants with their doggos. Extreme Huskies also does a perfect job when it comes to the customers needs. They were informed beforehand that I was vegetarian and gluten free, but I let them know that I could take my own food as I didn’t want them to be bothered with my issues and my choice to be a veggie. They told me that it wasn’t a problem - and it really wasn’t. There was vegetable soup and even gluten free bread. Kudos to Petteri for handing me the butter first, because he wanted to make sure I wouldn’t get glutened if someone else used the butter knife first! Very very thoughtful! We can wholeheartedly recommend Extreme Huskies!
2. Arctica Lapland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Our expertise is a authentic and ethical husky safaris & aurora hunting tours for all ages! Arctica Lapland Sami husky farm is located 280 kilometers far away from the arctic circle! We focus on personalized customer service together with the well-being of the arctic huskies, which makes our company popular in Lapland!
3. Ivalo Safaris
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
We are a small family business located in Ivalo. Our family has been living in the are for generations. All our guides are local people, with us you can get a authentic experience. We offer Ice Fishing in Lake Inari, Aurora Hunting Tours, Snowmobile Safaris, Husky Safaris, Reindeer Safaris and Show Shoe-hikes. All the activities includes thermal clothing and shoes. We offer transport from Inari, Saariselkä and Kakslauttanen / Kiilopää area. We have cottages and apartments in Ivalo area, you can ask for offer for full holiday package.
4. Northern Lights Riders
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 247 reviews
Visit our websites and check our new amazing tours to see Northern Lights/Auroras in Ivalo, Inari and Saariselka, Lapland Finland. The expedition takes place in the beautiful nature of the north, Lapland’s forests, on the Ivalo river and on the lake Inari. A soft, fun and comfortable ride in a warm army off-road vehicle offers you an unforgettable nature experience and access to the wilderness. We have also Northern Lights tours by car. Wildlife park excursion takes place in the beautiful nature of the north, Lapland’s forests, on the Ivalo river and on the lake Inari. On the way you can see wild animals in their natural habitat. The vehicle’s large roof and side windows provide you with the opportunity to enjoy the Northern Lights and the scenery in an easy way. Have you ever dreamed of meeting Santa Claus? Northern Lights Riders allow you a memorable encounter with Santa Claus in the middle of nature. Visit our websites and book online now! Welcome!
5. Lappi Trip
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