Discover the magical Northern Lights in a unique way on this culinary and sauna experience at Muotkan Ruoktu near Inari!
Muotkan Ruoktu is a cosy wilderness lodge nestled on the edge of the Muotkatunturi Wilderness Area in Finnish Lapland, close to Inari Village. Witnessing the Northern Lights in Inari is really popular, due to its dark skies and low light pollution.
The adventure starts at the meeting point in Muotkan Ruoktu, where you'll be greeted by the friendly guide. After a quick introduction and itinerary overview, it's time for your culinary experience near Inari! You'll take part in a fun workshop, where you'll learn how to light a fire in the Arctic environment and prepare delicious local smoked salmon according to an authentic recipe.
While you cook the salmon over the open fire, you'll enjoy the surreal landscapes beside a beautiful riverbank. In this remote wilderness area, the night sky will come alive with sparkling stars and, if you're lucky, the mesmerising dance of the Northern Lights! Following a tasty meal, you'll unwind with a soothing traditional sauna experience at Muotkan Ruoktu. Relax and unwind inside the toasty sauna overlooking the river. Saunas are ingrained in Finnish culture, providing a perfect opportunity to relieve stress and detoxify the body.
Immerse yourself in Finnish Lapland with an authentic culinary and sauna experience near Inari!
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Practical information
On this excursion, you'll learn how to prepare Arctic smoked salmon, enjoy the Northern Lights, and embark on a traditional sauna experience at Muotkan Ruoktu wilderness lodge.
- Arrive at the starting point in Muotkan Ruoktu
- Meet the guide
- The culinary experience begins!
- Learn how to prepare smoked salmon over an open fire
- Enjoy the meal
- Admire the Northern Lights
- Prepare for the sauna
- The sauna experience begins!
- Spend time inside the traditional sauna
- End of excursion
Please be advised that as the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence can never be guaranteed.
- Guide
- Winter clothing
- Equipment
- Meal
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter overalls
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Slippers
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf