Lapland Summer Holidays - The Land of the midnight sun

Forest Scooters

One of the latest summer pastimes available in Luosto is the use of Forest Scooters for excursions within the surrounding area. For many this will provide a novel experience and enables those slightly more infirm the opportunity to indulge in off road activity without the need to walk. Full driving licences are required by driving participants. It is possible for a passenger to be carried behind the driver.

Forest Scooter Safari to the Amethyst Mine Our party will meet at a village location where your guide will provide helmets , boots, gloves and overall and inform concerning driving and safety requirements, following which your safari to the Amethyst Mine will commence. Initially we will drive on tarmac roads to the foot of Lampivaara where we join a track towards the top of the fell. Driving through changing terrain we may well encounter reindeers or other animals on the way to the top where we will be rewarded with a magnificent panoramic view. Here we will enter the only operative Amethyst mine in Europe and hear the fascinating stories concerning this gemstone. On entering the mine all participants are permitted to pick his or her lucky stone. In due course we return to Luosto and the safari office. (Approximate duration 2 hours) Price: Driving Adult £65. Passenger £50. Tour Code: FOR1. (Tour operates on Wednesday).
	Forest Scooter Safari to Pyha Meeting at the safari office participants will be provided with appropriate gear (helmet boots gloves and overall) and instructed with regards to safety and driving requirements before setting off on our 5 to 6 hour excursion. Driving distance will be approximately 60 kilometres. Driving through beautiful summer landscapes on reaching base of Pyha Fell we will enjoy a typical wilderness lunch. Then we commence our journey to the top of the fell viewing on route magnificent scenery. After enjoying this highlight we will return to Luosto and the safari office. Price: Driving Adult £105. Passenger £76. Tour Code: FOR2. (Tour operates Saturday).

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