Octola Private Wilderness
Explore Octola lodge with these unique travel packages
Best For: Privacy & Seclusion, Nature Activities, The Northern Lights
Octola lodge is a truly unique destination that is nestled in the heart of the Arctic Circle. This exclusive five-star accommodation offers you the chance to have a completely once in a lifetime experience. Gain access to your very own private wilderness and total privacy from the outside world. Octola is the perfect place to come when you really need to disconnect and just get back in touch with nature and the natural world.
Dripping with modern Nordic style and elegance, each room within the Octola lodge is filled with its own cosy charm. Even in the coldest part of the world, you'll be able to feel the full comfort that each of the 10 bedrooms has to offer. Plus, there is plenty to do to keep you active, from sledging to nature walks, foraging and skiing. You'll even be able to make friends with the reindeer onsite in the private reindeer enclosure.
Booking with
Unique Destinations
Enjoy all the benefits that come with booking with Unique Destinations, including:
One-on-One Travel Consultancy
You'll be in touch with one of our designated luxury travel consultants the whole way through, ensuring you get the most from your travel package.
VIP Treatment
Unique Destinations have personal relationships with all featured hotels and resorts. This means we can make sure that you receive VIP treatment right from the start of your holiday.
Complimentary Lounge Passes
When you book with us, you'll receive complimentary lounge passes, to give you the VIP treatment as soon as you reach the airport.
Full Financial Protection
Rest assured, your holiday and your payments are fully protected. We work with only ATOL & ABTA suppliers. In addition, we are fully bonded with Protected Trust Services, meaning your money is safe in a trust account. This is an extra layer of security for your peace of mind. For more information click here
Santa's Magical Experience
Turn your artic adventure into a magical Christmas wonderland, please enquire to add this to your package.
Here's an example of activities that fit perfectly with a 3-night break:
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• Snowgames and gingerbread baking
• Reindeer sleigh ride (2km)
• Surprise visit from an elf
• Private meeting with Santa Claus in a secret forest hut and presents
• Ice fishing
• Entrance to Snowhotel or Snowman World
• Ice skating
• Northern Lights snowmobile adventure
• Husky sledding (2 hours)
• Snowmobile adventure (2–4 hours)
• Mini-Skidoo ride for children
• Visit to Santa Claus Village
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Additional costs apply
The Octola Lodge at a Glance
1 lodge
10 private rooms
En-suite bedrooms
300 ha of private forest
1 villa with 2 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
Meals prepared by onsite chefs
Butler service
Wilderness guide
Snowshoeing
Offroad & cross country skiing
Tobogganing / sledding
Nature walks
Northern Lights viewing
Private reindeer encolsure
Sauna experience
Airport transfers in Mercedes vans
Fatbiking
One snowmobile program (Winter)
Protective outer clothing
A generous donation to the Private Wilderness Fund to protect Arctic animals on each guests behalf
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What's Included With My Stay?
Daily housekeeping
Meals prepared by Octola's exclusive chefs
Selected beverages
Butler service
Wilderness hotel manager
Wilderness guide
Snowshoeing
Offroad & cross country skiing
Tobogganing/sledding
Nature walks, including foraging in the summer and autumn time
Northern Lights viewing
Private reindeer enclosed area with an opportunity to feed the reindeer
Sauna experience
Airport transfers in Mercedes vans
Fatbiking
One snowmobile program (winter time)
Protective outer clothing (there's also the possibility to purchase thermal underwear locally from the Octola shop)
On behalf of each guest, a generous donation will be made to the Private Wilderness Fund to protect Arctic animals.
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Additional excursions and activities can be added for an added fee upon request.
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Where is Octola Lodge Located?
Octola lodge is situated in northern Finland, right next door to the famous Lapland. It is nestled in the heart of the Arctic Circle and is surrounded by the stunning Finnish landscape.
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The lodge is a quick 20-min car journey from Rovaniemi International Airport and we can provide transfers to help you get from A to B without any stress. There is also a helipad available should you wish to take a private plane or helicopter to and from Octola.