Build Your Own Snow Igloo in Kemi

Kemi is a picturesque town in northern Finland, situated on the coast of the Gulf of Bothnia in the Lapland region. The area surrounding Kemi features typical Arctic conditions, with snow fields, frozen lakes and a magical winter wonderland in the forests. This igloo building experience in Kemi is perfect for the whole family!

The igloo building excursion in Kemi begins at the starting point, where you'll meet the expert guide (pick-up is also available from listed accommodations, please specify when booking). You'll travel into the remote snowy wilderness for this adventure. The guide will provide warm Arctic clothing and any other equipment needed for the activity. After a quick safety briefing, it's time to build your snow igloo in Kemi!

Kemi is known for its unique winter sculptures and structures, such as the Kemi SnowCastle, which is built each winter entirely out of ice and snow. In Lapland, igloos are traditionally built using fresh snow. The guide will help you and show you the best techniques to build a sturdy and comfortable igloo. Typically, you'll start by collecting the ideal snow - compact, dense and soft is the best. Then, you'll make the base of the igloo using a shovel. You'll begin packing the snow on top and creating the perfect spiral shape.

The walls of the igloo should be about 30-40 cm (12-16 in) thick. Once you are happy with the igloo structure, you'll carve out windows and doors. Have a triumphant and enjoyable moment when you can actually crawl inside your snow igloo! After your hard work, a delicious light lunch will be served around a campfire inside a cosy teepee. As you eat, the guide will share stories about Lapland and life in the Arctic. Then, you'll return to the starting point, where the igloo building activity in Kemi comes to an end.

Experience the thrill of creating your own snow igloo in Kemi while taking in the wild beauty of Finnish nature!