How to spend a dreamy winter day in Finland

The crisp winter days with heaps of snow call for all outdoor lovers. We asked an acclaimed nature photographer and social media influencer Julia Kivelä to share some of her all-time favourite activities in Finland during winter.

If Julia's aesthetics please your eye, also take a look at some of her best winter photos.

Start your day with an unforgettable dog sledding adventure at a husky farm. Huskies will be very excited to take you on a tour to see the breathtaking winter scenery of Finland. If you are lucky, you might get a chance to meet cute puppies! 

Not sure where to find a husky tour in Finland? Take a look at our product page and the selection of sustainably labelled husky tour providers.

Go and say hi to the lovely reindeer at the reindeer farms. The owners often let you feed the reindeer with their favourite snack, lichen, which is a very fun experience. You can also go reindeer sledding to explore the snowy landscapes around the area.

Here's a selection of reindeer safaris in Lapland.

Take a breathtaking snowshoeing trip in one of the many stunning national parks of Finland. Finnish nature has many beautiful places where you can go snowshoeing, like Riisitunturi, Syöte, Koli, and Pyhä-Luosto National Parks. Rent snowshoes from the local ski rental shops and head for a solo adventure, or join a guided tour. 

If you want to experience something new, try a pair of "liukulumikengät" – sliding snowshoes.

Wrap your day enjoying a warm drink or a simple meal by the campfire. Nothing tastes better than your favourite snacks after an active day spent outdoors! Please remember that you're allowed to light the fire only in designated spots.

Take a look at Nationalparks.fi for more information and maps about the best destinations with huts and campfire spots around Finland.