Pihka Outdoors’ Cross Country Ski Tour to Halti is designed for adventure-driven skiers who want to test their physical and mental capacity in proper arctic winter conditions. You can join this tour if your general fitness is solid and your mindset toward winter trekking adventure is open. We begin the journey in cosy accommodation, where you have time to prepare yourself before transferring to starting point, Kilpisjärvi. From there, the slow and steady progression toward Finland’s highest point, Halti, begins.
We travel on cross country touring skis and pull pulkas, which naturally keeps the pace calm and consistent. The route follows a hut-to-hut rhythm and a safe itinerary has been planned in advance. Phone reception disappears shortly after entering the wilderness, which cuts everyday noise completely. Days unfold in a landscape of untouched snow and open fells, and the winter wilderness shows very clearly what real arctic nature feels like. Evenings in the wilderness hut create structure for the expedition, with time to eat, melt snow for water, dry gear and prepare for the next stage.
The tour offers a clear physical objective and the chance to experience the wilderness exactly as it is. This suits those who value an honest winter challenge and want to see how their body and mind respond when conditions make no concessions. At the end of the journey we return to accommodation, where you can relax before heading home.
