{"id":250,"count":5,"description":"Snowmobile safaris in Ruka are one of the best ways to explore Arctic landscapes. Ride through snowy forests, frozen lakes and fells on guided adventures.\r\n<h3>Guided Snowmobile Safaris in Ruka<\/h3>\r\nLocated on the edge of Lapland, Ruka is the perfect starting point to explore snowy forests, frozen lakes and Arctic fells. Our guided tours combine safety, adventure and beautiful winter scenery.\r\n<h3>From Easy Starts to Full-Day Routes<\/h3>\r\nIf you've never driven a snowmobile, don't worry, Ruka Safaris offers excursions for both beginners and more experienced riders.\r\n\r\nStart with our <a href=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/activities\/winter\/snowmobile-tours\/snowmobile-introduction\/\"><strong>Snowmobile Introduction<\/strong><\/a>. This shorter tour includes an introduction to snowmobile driving and a guided ride through nearby winter landscapes. It's an ideal choice for first-time riders.\r\n\r\nFor a longer adventure, the <a href=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/activities\/winter\/snowmobile-tours\/snowmobile-safari-40km\/\"><strong>Snowmobile Day Safari and Lunch<\/strong><\/a> takes you deeper into the snowy forests and lake landscapes of Kuusamo. Along the way, you'll have time to enjoy the scenery and take a break for lunch.\r\n\r\nThe <a href=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/activities\/winter\/snowmobile-tours\/snowmobiling-to-russian-border-zone\/\"><strong>Arctic Experience 100 km and Lunch<\/strong> <\/a>offers an extended snowmobile adventure through a variety of winter landscapes. This longer route is a great choice for those looking to spend more time exploring the wilderness by snowmobile.\r\n\r\nAll excursions are led by guides who provide driving instructions and help participants become familiar with their snowmobiles before setting off.\r\n<h3>Encounters with Local Culture<\/h3>\r\nSome tours include a visit to a reindeer farm. On the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/activities\/winter\/husky-reindeer-safaris\/snowmobile-safari-to-reindeers\/\">Snowmobile Safari to the Reindeer Farm<\/a><\/strong>, you'll ride through snowy trails before visiting a reindeer farm. There, you'll have the opportunity to meet reindeer and learn about reindeer husbandry, a traditional livelihood in northern Finland.\r\n<h3>Evening Snowmobile Adventures<\/h3>\r\nFor a different kind of winter adventure, join <a href=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/activities\/winter\/snowmobile-tours\/northern-lights-evening-tour-by-snowmobile\/\"><strong>The Land of Northern Lights, Evening Snowmobiling in the Taiga Forest<\/strong><\/a>.\r\n\r\nThis guided evening safari takes you through snow-covered forests after dark. Away from the lights of the village, you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the northern night and, with a little luck, see the Northern Lights dancing across the sky.\r\n\r\nAs the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, sightings cannot be guaranteed.\r\n\r\nAll snowmobile excursions include guidance and safety instructions. 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