By Tim Warrington
There are many activity centres in Yllas Lapland that run different activities at different times and you can book your activities before you go and then book additional activities when you arrive. There may be many activities that simply take your fancy once you arrive in Lapland and you might just have the time to squeeze in a couple more adventures. There is so much to do in Lapland and a week's holiday isn't really long enough to sample them all but if you are lucky enough to visit this quiet little village again, you might want to try some more. A typical winter programme which most of the activity centres run will involve activities such as Snow What?, which involves a snowmobile safari and is suitable for first timers, you will set off through Lapland's beautiful snow covered forests until you reach the half way point, once there you will stop off at the warm tepee and have a hot drink before setting off again on your trip back. There is something quite magical about sitting in a warm tepee with the fire roaring in the middle of the forest. Years ago, tepees were the preferred place to live for the people of Lapland. Another great activity involved in the weekly programme is the White silence on snow shoes!, this activity is an adventure and a challenge as you go on a guided snowshoe trip through the snowy forests. Again when you reach the half way point, you will stop off and have a hot drink. This trip is exhilarating and hard work all at the same time. There is the opportunity to rent snowshoes separately and go out on your own if you wish, although the organised trip is probably better to start with until you get the hang of it.
There is also Siberian Jay's way, which is a fantastic horse riding trek through the forests where you will be able to admire the beautiful fells. Lastly I will mention the trip to Lainio snow village, which is a real favourite. You will travel by snowmobile to the snow village and then are given the opportunity to visit the restaurant, the ice bar and look at the snow rooms, there are also some fantastic ice sculptures that you can see and admire. This trip is a real favourite and the children will absolutely love it. There are of course lots of other activities going on throughout the week and I have simply picked out some favourites. A trip to Yllas Lapland will give you plenty to do and see and you will literally have the time of your life.
Just Lapland offer cabin rental as well as advice and information on holidays to Lapland. http://www.justlapland.com
