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Saariselkä

A compact winter village close to Ivalo Airport, with central hotels and activity pickup options that reduce the need for a rental car.

Best for a compact village stay close to nature Ivalo Airport is the simplest arrival point Central hotels, airport transport and activity pickups
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Illustrative image inspired by Saariselkä village in winter. Illustrative image inspired by Saariselkä
Getting there

Start at Ivalo Airport.

01 · Airport

Ivalo Airport → Saariselkä

Take the airport bus or shuttle to Saariselkä and check the current timetable for your flight date.

You do not need a rental car to reach the village from the airport.
02 · In the village

Stay central and keep daily trips short.

From a central hotel, shops, restaurants and many activity meeting points are within walking distance. Use the winter Ski Bus if the timetable works for your plans.

Always check the current Ski Bus timetable for your travel date.
Car-free stays

Three stays that work well without a car.

Compare the three in the planner and choose the one that suits your trip best.

Lapland Hotels Riekonlinna

Direct airport bus · village centre 400 m · grocery store 900 m · winter Ski Bus

Santa's Hotel Tunturi

Official bus stop at hotel · village services · national park nearby

Wilderness Hotel Kieppi

Bus stop across the street · hotel-arranged airport transfer · central Saariselkä

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Activities without a car

Choose activities with clear car-free access or transport.

See the full activity selection and what to confirm before booking in the planner.

Northern Lights

Aurora Hunting Photography Tour

Arctic Timetravels · Pickup from accommodation within 15 km of Saariselkä centre is included.

Husky

10 km Husky Safari with Kennel Visit

Arctic Timetravels · Hotel pickup in Saariselkä and return transport are included.

Reindeer

Northern Lights & Reindeer Sledding Tour

Lapponia Tours · Meet at the Lapponia Tours safari house in Saariselkä. The activity starts from this central meeting point.

Why this works without a car

Compact, connected and close to everyday services.

Ivalo Airport has a shuttle connection to Saariselkä.

From a central stay, everyday services and activity meeting points are nearby.

Hotel pickup, activity transfers and seasonal local transport reduce the need for taxis.

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Choose your stay, activities and how to get there.

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