TRAVEL UTSJOKI
Experience the Arctic with Local Guides
Utsjoki, in the heart of the Sámi Homelands
In the northernmost corner of the European Union, in Finnish Lapland, lies the municipality of Ohcejohka, Utsjoki. In the transition zone of the arctic taiga and tundra, reindeer herding has been the enabler of life and continuity for the Sámi people for centuries. Utsjoki is special protected Sámi reindeer herding area, where 90 % of the land is protected by the Finnish law as nature reserve.
Local guide is a bridge to Northern life
Travel Utsjoki is a travel company owned by a Sámi reindeer herder and his family. We offer tours, activities and transfer services in Utsjoki region, year-round. All our tours are based in local nature and culture. With a local reindeer herder and local guides, you can experience the real northern life in safe and friendly hands, in the most unique and beautiful setting, away from the crowds. In Utsjoki, you can really dive into the pure, arctic nature. Whether you are looking for spectacular landscapes, nature experiences, northern lights, Sámi culture or exploring the wilderness, we are happy to help you plan a holiday in Utsjoki. Our nature and culture offer unforgettable experiences year-round.
Book an experience online or send us email to request
On our guided tours, anyone can participate, even if you have no experience in wilderness or Arctic conditions. We take care of the planning, guiding and safety, and have different kinds of programs from relaxing nature and culture experiences to more demanding wilderness excursions. You can send us email at arctic@travelutsjoki.com to request for programs or if you need transfer services or help in planning a holiday in Utsjoki region. You can also read through our website and book directly from the booking calendar. We also arrange tailored tours and program packages outside the schedules on our website, so you can always contact us via email, if you can´t find suitable availability from our booking calendar.
Our reindeer graze freely
We welcome You to join us for a day with our reindeer on the fells. You can sit comfortably and safe in a sleigh and watch and learn about traditional Sámi reindeer herding, and if you wish, also participate in feeding our reindeer. During the tour, you get to see the magnificent fell view of Paistunturi wilderness area and learn about Sámi reindeer herding culture.
This kind of tour is something unique and original to experience, as our reindeer are not put in a fence, but live freely in Paistunturi wilderness area. It is also culturally and socially the most sustainable and most animal-friendly reindeer activity available in Lapland.
Summer and Autumn in Utsjoki
Before Sámi Homelands (Lapland) became famous for Northern Lights and Santa Claus, it was best known as a summer destination, during the snow-free season from June to end of September. The Midnight Sun, Sámi culture and the vast tundra landscape attracted travelers from all corners of the world. Today, Utsjoki is a perfect destination for bird watching, fishing, nature photography, hiking an trekking, paddling sports, relaxing cottage holidays with a sauna, and exploring deeper into the cultures of the North.
Winter and Spring in Utsjoki
Utsjoki is the Northernmost municipality in Finnish Lapland, and the Northernmost place of the EU. Our remote location outside tourism centers, good road connection, safe community, vast wilderness areas, living nomadic reindeer herding culture and long snow-covered season from November to May, make Utsjoki a very unique and rewarding winter and spring-winter holiday destination. Utsjoki is also one of the world´s best locations to spot the Northern Lights. With local guides and a local reindeer herder you get the most out of your stay in Northernmost Lapland, in a safe and sustainable way.
Interested in our tours or private guiding? We’re here to help!
You can always send us email to inquire tours and if you have any questions. We reply within 1-2 business days!