Riisitunturi feels like stepping into a frozen fairy tale – heavy snow-laden trees, endless white hills and views that no postcard can capture. This small-group adventure keeps it intimate and explorer-focused, perfect if you love photography or just want to feel the wild Arctic up close. A comfy minivan takes you two hours from Rovaniemi into the park, then you hike about 4 km up the fell, stopping often for photos among the snow-covered forests and opening panoramas. Your guide, a pro photographer, captures stunning edited shots of you in the scenery (sent later). Lunch is relaxed around a campfire – grilled sausages and Lappish sandwiches while breathing the purest air on earth. The day ends with the drive back to your accommodation, full of memories from one of Lapland’s most magical spots.
The towering fells and the legendary "snow-crowned" forests of the Posio region serve as the stage for this 9-hour high-altitude Arctic expedition.
Operated by Beyond Arctic, this "Top Rated" journey transitions from the streets of Rovaniemi to the most dramatic vertical landscapes in Lapland.
You move through a world of frozen sculptures where the weight of the snow bends trees into surreal white figures, experiencing an environment where a professional photography guide ensures every vista is captured.
Because this full-day adventure is limited to a small group of 8 participants and requires a 4 km hike through potentially demanding terrain, you should book your Riisitunturi National Park tour early to secure your 2026 winter departure.
Expect a physically rewarding, visually awe-inspiring, and professionally documented immersion into the Arctic wild. The transition from the minivan to the fell tops involves a demanding hike that requires a moderate level of fitness, making it unsuitable for children under 10. The environment is one of "pure wilderness," where the silence of the snow-covered forest is absolute. Note that all necessary vertical gear, including thermal suits and boots, is provided to ensure you stay warm during the 3.5 hours spent in the park.
Even though boots are provided, ensure your own socks are high-quality vertical wool; our agency finds that travelers who use a "double-sock" system enjoy the 4 km hike much more when temperatures drop on the fells.
Keep your phone or personal camera in an inside pocket close to your body heat; the vertical cold at the top of the Riisitunturi fells can drain electronics in minutes.
Let the pro handle the wide vertical shots; since you receive an edited collection of 10-15 photos, you can focus on the experience of the climb rather than looking through a lens.
With over 4 hours of total driving time, use the transit to ask your wilderness guide about the specific vertical weather patterns that create the famous "snow-crowned" trees—it's a fascinating bit of local meteorology.
The "tykky" snow formations and trail difficulty change vertically throughout the 2026 season.
Yes, the trail can be demanding and involves climbing up fells; it requires a moderate fitness level.
Yes, you will receive a collection of 10-15 edited high-quality photos after the tour.
The tour is not suitable for children under 10 years old due to the nature of the hike.
A light lunch of sausages grilled on the campfire and specialty sandwiches is provided.
At your accommodation within 10km of the Beyond Arctic office in Rovaniemi.
Book it today with Rovaniemi Tours or simply following this link.
