Become a Virtual Tourist Member Today!  Sign Up for Free | Sign In
Things to Do in Ivalo
Search:

Home » Travel Guides » Europe » Finland » Lappi » Ivalo » Things To Do

Ivalo Hotels

Real reviews from real travelers.

Ivalo Things To Do

Reindeer - Ivalo
Reindeer
by helsbels
Reviews and photos of Ivalo attractions posted by real travelers and locals. The best tips for Ivalo sightseeing.
Ivalo Map
Ivalo Things To DoTips 1 - 8 of 8  
Sort By:  Most Recent | Best Rated
Ivalo town -base for the trips at Northern Lapland
  • Tip Rating:
    • ubiq
  • Updated By ubiq on April 3, 2003
  • Ivalo Page by ubiq
    • Location of Ivalo - courtesy of www.maporama.com - Ivalo
    Location of Ivalo - courtesy
    of www.maporama.com
    by ubiq
    Althought that some trips are better to arrange from Inari (I will cover this later), and Inari has also some unique features of its own, Ivalo has more facilities and its location is little more centric than Inari's for trips to the nature.

    For example river Ivalojoki runs through Ivalo and this river is very recommendable for canooing. Quite popular route is to get to Kuttura (I will cover this later, again) and canooing from there to Ivalo. Ivalo has also an airport for northeast traveling in Finland and car renting office etc.

    Ivalo has some 3000 inhabitants and has all the major facilities the Finns appreciate, like Alko (finnish nationwide alcohol selling monopol) and good range of arctic and Lapland oriented service providers.

    I do not pretend the importance of the sole booze selling shop in the area of some hundred square kilometres and laborious traveling options. But if you somehow want to have for example Fernet Branca or little bottle of cognac for your rambling in the unique nature of Lapland, surely Ivalo is the place to get your things.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful

    Visiting Ivalo?

    Read reviews about Ivalo Hotels

    Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

    Snow Mobiling or Ski-dooing
    helsbels
  • By helsbels on December 31, 2004
  • Ivalo Page by helsbels
    • If you have a chance to do this then do!! it's like a jet ski for snow!! amazing!! Make sure you wrap up warm, balaclavas may look silly but you'll be thankfull for it!!

    Leave a Comment

  • Directions: Most of the adventure/ safari places offer ski-doo trips with guides.
    • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Cross-country skiing
    helsbels
  • By helsbels on January 2, 2005
  • Ivalo Page by helsbels
    • Saariselka is a popular destination for cross-country skiing. Theres loads of tracks for it and plenty of snow!

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Huskys......
    helsbels
  • By helsbels on January 2, 2005
  • Ivalo Page by helsbels
    • Husky Safari - Ivalo
    Husky Safari
    by helsbels
    If you get the chance to go husky sledge riding, DO IT!!!
    The dogs love to run and are fairly easy to control, if you'd prefer not to 'drive' then you can ride in the front and enjoy the scenery. It's such an amazing and unusual experience, to enjoy it to the full make sure you're properly wrapped up especially your face as the wind chill can be a little harsh. Sunnies are also handy to keep you eyes warm and your lashes from freezing!!
    Also bare in mind that alot of excited dogs can be VERY loud and a little scary for young children, be prepared for this.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Hiking
    Gili_S
  • By Gili_S on September 19, 2008
  • Ivalo Page by Gili_S
    • Ivalo Things To Do
    by Gili_S
    Ivalo itself is not really exciting place, but the region is fantastic for hiking, fishing and all sots of nature activities.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful

    Visiting Ivalo?

    Read reviews about Ivalo Hotels

    Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

    Santa!!!!!
    helsbels
  • By helsbels on January 2, 2005
  • Ivalo Page by helsbels
    • Santa - Ivalo
    Santa
    by helsbels
    No trip to this part of the worl would be complete without a trip to see 'The Big Man Himself!'
    We were lucky enough to get a personal home visit, but he's often found resting in his cabin in the woods near Saariselka.
    I think the ear to ear grin shows how chuffed i was!

    Leave a Comment

  • Directions: Santas Cabin, Woods near Saariselka, watch out for Elves and big footprints in the snow.
    • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Skiing
    helsbels
  • By helsbels on January 2, 2005
  • Ivalo Page by helsbels
    • Andy Mac at the slopes - Ivalo
    Andy Mac at the slopes
    by helsbels
    Saariselka hasn't got masses of mountains for skiing, it has a 'fell' which is smaller than a mountain but bigger than a hill. For a competent skier there's probaly not even half a days exciting skiing without getting bored but it's an excellent place to learn or brush up rusty skills. They offer lessons in boarding and skiing for all ages, and ski and board hire is avaliable- also cross-country skis avaliable.

    Leave a Comment

  • Directions: Find the chapel near the Reikonnlina hotel and follow the sign up the hill to the slopes.
    • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Watch out for Reindeers!
    helsbels
  • By helsbels on January 2, 2005
  • Ivalo Page by helsbels
    • Reindeer - Ivalo
    Reindeer
    by helsbels
    You should have plenty of opportunity to check out these magical creatures in this neck of the woods. Whether it's simply by the side of the road while driving along, or at one of the activity places where you'll get an opportunity to pet them, take photos and even ride in a sleigh pulled by one.
    A magic moment for both adults and children (please note, unfortunatley they only fly for Santa on Christmas Eve, so don't get your hopes up too high for the full reindeer experience!)

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    1
    More Ivalo Tips
    Overview
         		Hotels and Accommodations
    Tips: 8 - Photos: 4
    Things To Do
    Tips: 8 - Photos: 6    		Nightlife
    Tips: 5 - Photos: 3
    Transportation
    Tips: 3 - Photos: 2    		Restaurants
    Tips: 3 - Photos: 2
    Shopping
    Tips: 1 - Photos: 1    		Off the Beaten Path
    Tips: 6 - Photos: 6
    Tourist Traps
    » Add a tip now    		Warnings or Dangers
    Tips: 4 - Photos: 2
    Local Customs
    Tips: 4 - Photos: 2    		Packing Lists
    Tips: 4 - Photos: 3
    Sports Travel
    » Add a tip now    		General Tips
    Tips: 9 - Photos: 6
    Flights
    Tips: 10 - Photos: 0
    Best Ivalo Travel Deals

    Hotel Ivalo - Finland
    3* Hotel on the river Hivalojoki. Official website. Get 10% off !

    Romantic Hotel in Norway
    Excellent mountain and fjord views. Beautiful traditional timber rooms.

    Great Wolf - Pocono
    Enjoy Family Adventure & Fun at the Great Wolf Lodge in the Poconos!

    Cheap hotels helsinki
    Discounts on Helsinki Hotels. Unbeatable Rates. Book It Today!

    Hotels Cheap
    Save up to 50% on Hotels and Now Get Our Best Price Guarantee.

    Sponsored Links

    More Ivalo Travel Deals

    Cheap Helsinki Hotels
    For a limited time, save up to 70% in Helsinki Hotels, book now!

    Scandic Hotels in Finland
    Around 20 hotels to choose between in Finland - book your stay here!

    Save on Finland Hotels
    Huge Savings on Finland Hotels. Bargain Rates. Book Your Hotel Now!

    Sponsored Links

    Ivalo Hotels

    Cheap hotels from
    Cheap flights from
    Cheap car rentals from
    Cheap cruises from
    Cheap vacations from




    About VirtualTourist |  10 Great Things to Do On VirtualTourist |  Contact Us |  Press Center |  Help |  User Agreement |  Privacy Statement
    Virtual Tourist® ©1994-2009 VirtualTourist.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved.