Luosto Activities

"The Best Things to Do in Luosto – Curated by Laplandway"

Recommended Experiences Free & Self-Guided Activities

Activities and outdoor tips

Luosto is one of Lapland’s most authentic and peaceful destinations, surrounded by the ancient forests of Pyhä-Luosto National Park, open fells, and some of the darkest skies in Europe. Whether you’re looking for unforgettable adventures or calming nature experiences, Luosto offers the perfect combination of wilderness, silence and pure Arctic beauty. To help you make the most of your stay, we’ve gathered the most popular and trusted activities near Laplandway Arctic Lodge and our cabins — including our recommended partners for husky, aurora and snowmobile experiences.

Recommended Experiences in Luosto

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The iconic animal of Lapland

Reindeer Experience

Meet Lapland’s most iconic animals in a peaceful and atmospheric reindeer farm visit. Learn about Sámi reindeer herding culture and enjoy a short reindeer sleigh ride.
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Into the wild

Snowmobile Adventure

Explore Pyhä-Luosto’s wide-open landscapes on a snowmobile. Ride through snowy forests, frozen lakes and fells with a professional guide.

Highlights:
Powerful snowmobiles
Safe and easy to learn
Stunning wilderness routes
Optional family routes
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Once in a lifetime safari

Husky Safari

Feel the excitement of driving your own husky team through snowy forests and open fells. This experience is one of the most loved activities in Lapland — suitable for all ages and perfect for first-timers.

Highlights:
Drive your own husky team
Professional guides
Scenic routes near Pyhä-Luosto National Park
Family-friendly
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Hunt the auroras

Northern lights

Luosto area is one of the best regions in Lapland for northern lights thanks to minimal light pollution. Join a guided aurora hunt and learn the science and stories behind the lights while traveling to the best viewing spots.

Highlights:
High chance of seeing auroras
Photography help
Warm drinks & storytelling
Small-group experience
Snowmobile safaries
Unforgettable Christmas Experience

Searching for Santa

Discover the true magic of Lapland with an elf-guided journey to Santa’s hidden forest cabin. This warm, story-filled experience is designed for families and anyone who wants to feel the authentic Christmas spirit of the Arctic.

Highlights:
Elf-guided adventure (English)
Thermal clothing included (overalls, boots & mittens)
Gingerbread baking & Christmas crafts
Meet friendly reindeer + ~10 min reindeer sleigh ride
Heated sleigh ride through the snowy forest
Private meeting with Santa in his cabin (~10 minutes)
Symbolic gift for children

This is one of the most loved family activities in the Pyhä–Luosto area and often sells out early during November–December.
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Into the wild

Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing is the easiest way to explore deep snow and quiet forests. Several marked routes begin close to the lodge and offer beautiful viewpoints, frozen wetlands and untouched winter scenery.

Why it’s great:
No skills needed — anyone can do it
Perfect for photography and nature walks
Great for spotting animal tracks in fresh snow
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Free & Self-Guided Activities in Luosto

Not everything in Luosto needs a ticket or guide — here are the best free and self guided things to do right next to Laplandway Arctic Lodge and our cabins.

Winter

The most scenic tracks

Cross-country skiing

Luosto is one of Finland's best cross-country skiing places.

The season starts in early November and lasts till early May. 150km of different tracks, from easy to difficult.

Our tip:
Track from Lampivaara to Pyhälampi: true wilderness in national park and beautiful landscapes towards Pyhä.
Skiing tracks in Luosto
Places to spot and see

Reindeer

Tame and calm reindeer are easy to spot along roads, in the village, or from skiing tracks. Just grab your camera with you and be ready to take photos. And no hurry reindeer is not the fastest animal on the planet 😉
What a view

Spectacular instagram places

TOP 2 places to take photos:

1. Top of Orresokka: 2km walk from the village to the top Orresokka. You might need snow shoes for last 300m. Spectacular view towards iconic Ukko-Lusoto fell.
2. Ahvenlampi: In the heart of Luosto. Lovely track with an awesome view to Ukko-Luosto. This place is also perfect for northern light spotting.
Lovely place for IG-photos
Enter the national park

Winter hiking and snowshoeing

Lapland is a winter fairy tale land like a dream. The best way to enjoy the atmosphere is to walk in the arctic.

One of the most iconic hikes in Luosto is up to Ukko-Luosto scenic hut. It is a nice but a bit demanding hike with hundreds of meters of ascent. Every meter will pay off because of the unbelievable views to the wilderness.
Rent snowshoes
Rent winter equipment
Wilderness and powder snow

Backcountry skiing

Pyhätunturi and Luosto is optimal for backcountry skiing in Finland. Many fells in the heart of the national park and powder snow are perfect combination for adventure.

Our tip: The top of Ukkoluosto fell near weather station is peaceful, and the 360 views are breathtaking.
Trails in winter wonderland

Winter biking

Luosto offers few different routes for winter biking.

One versatile tour is Luosto-Torvinen-Luosto with a coffee stop at traditional cottage coffee Torvisen maja.
Winter biking routes
Nature and wild life

Photographing

Luosto region is a lovely place for winter photo shooting. You can easily reach nice spots, and wildlife is just next door.

Laplandway tip: Sunset photo shoot at the top of fell Orresokka (Orresokka). 2km walk up to the fell with a majestic view towards sunset.
Best place to shoot sunset
Adventure Park Pyhäkuru

Cliff Adventure Park

Pyhäkuru Cliff Adventure Park offers amazing experiences for all kinds of adventurers. Climb up the steep rock wall, explore the ancient rock formations, cross the gorge on a rope bridge, glide from wall to wall and enjoy the stunning scenery. Feel the mystique of Lapland and the eight seasons at the same time.
Cliff Adventure Park Pyhäkuru
best places to spot

Northern lights

Spotting of Northern lights is optimal from September to late March. The best possibility to see the arctic magic is around midnight. Our tips for northern light spotting:
1. Top of fell Luosto (Ukkoluosto scenic hut)
2. Lake Aarnilampi
Arctic relax

Arctic sauna culture

Arctic sauna culture is something you have to experience while visiting Lapland. You can find saunas from Laplandway cottages, but you should try a sauna by the lake!

Traditional sauna and ice swimming in ice-cold water is the Finnish thing, and you should test this out.
Sauna by the lake
Explore the north

Arctic roadtrip

Explore one of the most scenic roads in Finland.

The road from Sodankylä up to north is something spectacular. Views are unique, and the winding road is a pleasure to drive.
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