Guided daily departures designed for independent travelers are great way to get to know new activities in a group setting while enjoying the beautiful scenery in Nallikari. All weekly public departures offer a simple and flexible way to experience the best of Oulu – whether you’re traveling solo or with others.
At Nallikari in Oulu, every day offers the opportunity to experience nature and activities at their seasonal best. Daily departures are organized by season, making it easy to find the activities that suit you best.
During the summer season, the daily departures takes you onto the water with kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, as well as onto trails and routes with fat bikes. In winter, the frozen sea invites you to enjoy both traditional and more adventurous activities, such as ice fishing, cycling, snowshoeing, sauna, ice swimming, and nighttime adventures under the stars and possible northern lights.
Choose your preferred way to move and join Nallikari Safaris’ guided tours safely and relaxed. Experienced guides ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience! Below you can find daily departures and activities for each season. Explore the offerings and make your booking by clicking the product cards below!
Winter Weekly Program
22.12.-31.3.
Step into the magic of the Nordic winter with Nallikari Safaris’ Weekly Program, available from Christmas until the end of March. The frozen sea and soft snow create a playground for unforgettable Arctic experiences — designed especially for independent travellers seeking authentic nature, local culture, and easy adventure By the Sea.
Arctic sea ice fishing in Nallikari
Ice Fishing Safari is a traditional tour that offers an introduction to Finnish fishing traditions. Guides teach the basics of ice fishing and give you the best tips for this new hobby. Equipment such as fishing rods and a heated tent are included in the tour. The experience is suitable for anyone over 12 years old, and no previous experience is required. Come and enjoy the peaceful nature and a winter adventure by the sea!
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Arctic northern lights camp By the Sea
The tour begins at the Nallikari Experience Center, where you are dressed in warm winter gear and guided to the night camp. In the cozy, wood-heated tent and by the open fire, you can enjoy hot drinks and light snacks while the guide tells stories about northern nature and the aurora borealis. While the northern lights cannot be guaranteed, the arctic night on the frozen sea offers a unique and memorable experience for anyone interested in the winter landscapes.
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Arctic sea snowshoe experience in Nallikari
Join us for a 2-hour guided outing across the frozen sea — an easy-going snowshoeing adventure ideal for beginners and families. Guided by our experts, you’ll walk across the snow-covered sea in thermal gear and snowshoes. Pause at a scenic spot for a warm drink by the campfire, learn about local nature and Arctic traditions, and soak in the crisp winter air.
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Oulu Reindeers & Christmas Trees
Meet, feed, walk, and photograph friendly reindeer, and visit a Christmas tree farm in a peaceful countryside setting close to Oulu city center. Enjoy warm drinks and sweet pastries by an open fire inside a cozy wooden hut – a memorable experience for families, couples, and anyone seeking a touch of Northern Finland’s countryside magic.
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Santa’s Magic in Oulu
Santa’s Magic offers a magical Christmas experience in Nallikari with a visit to Santa Claus in a unique frozen sea setting. During the visit, you can whisper your Christmas wish to Santa, enjoy Christmas drink glögi and gingerbread cookies, and try our carousel. You can also take memorable photos with Santa. The experience is suitable for the whole family and provides a warm and memorable moment in the Christmas spirit.
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Frozen Sea Snowmobile & Sleigh Experience
The Frozen Sea Snowmobile & Sleigh experience takes you safely across the frozen sea in a sleigh pulled by an experienced snowmobile driver. The tour allows you to enjoy the quiet and vast winter seascape just outside Oulu and Nallikari. Along the way, there is a stop at a peaceful shoreline, where a guide lights an open fire and serves hot drinks and traditional Finnish treats. The experience is easy and family-friendly, offering a way to enjoy the arctic nature without any prior skills or experience.
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Frozen sea tent sauna & ice swimming
Traditional Finnish sauna experience in a unique setting on the frozen sea! A wood-heated tent sauna is set up on the ice, allowing you to relax in the arctic winter landscape. For the brave ones, there is the option to take a refreshing dip in the sea. The experience includes a warm tent sauna, natural warm wash water, towels, and toiletries, as well as access to nearby facilities for dressing and washing. This experience is perfect for anyone wanting to combine Finnish sauna tradition with the peace of the arctic nature.
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Arctic sea bike experience in Nallikari
Embark on an exhilarating Arctic adventure with our Arctic Sea Bike Experience. This guided fatbike tour offers a unique opportunity to explore snowy trails and ride on the frozen sea near Oulu.
The route takes you through snowy forest trails and along the beautiful seaside of Nallikari. When conditions allow, you’ll have the chance to ride directly on the frozen sea—an unforgettable experience like no other!
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Summer Weekly Program
1.6.-31.8.
Fatbike Safari in Nallikari
Public departures: Year-round
Nallikari’s fatbike tours offer a fantastic way to explore the scenic beach and forest trails of the area. Along the way, you’ll enjoy both natural beauty and local culture. Suitable for all skill levels. Includes guide and all necessary equipment.
Nallikari Kayaking Safari
Public departures: June 1 – August 31
Experience Oulu’s stunning waterways from a new perspective! Paddle through Mustasalmi and the Oulujoki estuary with expert guides. Suitable for beginners and experienced paddlers alike.
Private Tours by the Sea
Nallikari Safaris also offers private, custom-tailored activities year-round. Enjoy fatbike rides and playful Olympics any time of year, kayaking and SUP boarding in summer, and snowshoeing, ice fishing, and northern lights tours in winter.
Groups
Guided activities and recreation day programmes for the whole team. Find group accommodations, meeting venues, and other services in Nallikari in Oulu.
Offers
Check the offers and book your accommodations in Nallikari Holiday Village in Oulu at the best available price.
The prices of the offers are valid when booking directly through Nallikari Holiday Village’s booking site.
Nallikari Holiday Village
Leiritie 10 • 90510 Oulu
Reception: +358 44 703 1353 • reception@nallikari.fi
Sales team: +358 44 703 1329 • sales@nallikari.fi
