The Aurora Zone (Activities Abroad)
Our verdict · The choice for families with older children chasing genuine wilderness and the aurora, not just Santa.
Book it if
Authentic wilderness activities and serious northern-lights focus
Skip it if
The most expensive option by a clear margin
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The Aurora Zone (Activities Abroad)
From ~£2,195 pp (indicative, family adventure)
Indicative price at the time of review.
The Aurora Zone sits at the premium, adventure-led end of the market — its family-focused sister brand Activities Abroad now points to the same website — and it suits families with school-age and teenage children who want substance over tinsel. Rather than a Santa-centred itinerary, trips are built around husky safaris, snowshoeing, ice fishing, cross-country skiing and dedicated aurora hunts from remote wilderness lodges such as Harriniva and Torassieppi, with expert guiding and small groups. The experiences are among the most authentic and immersive available, and the operator is known for responsible, well-briefed trips with strong safety cover. The obvious catch is price: this is comfortably the costliest option here, and it is aimed at active families rather than those after a gentle festive weekend with toddlers.
The good & the bad
Pros
- Authentic wilderness activities and serious northern-lights focus
- Expert guiding, small groups and remote, atmospheric lodges
- Tailor-made flexibility for older children and teens
Cons
- The most expensive option by a clear margin
- Adventure-led rather than a soft, Santa-focused break for toddlers
How it compares
| Pick | WATTB Score | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Santa's Lapland — Saariselka | 96/100 | From ~£1,459 per adult (indicative, Santa's Magic, half board) | overall for a first Santa trip |
| 2.Inghams Lapland | 92/100 | From ~£1,079 pp (Santa Breaks) or ~£777 pp (Adventures), indicative, 3+ nights | active families who want skiing too |
| 3.Canterbury Travel Laplandmagic | 88/100 | Indicative short break; quote on enquiry (call for live pricing) | short breaks and quieter resorts |
| 4.Transun Lapland | 82/100 | From ~£999 pp (indicative, day trip); short breaks also available | day trips and tighter budgets |
| 5.The Aurora Zone (Activities Abroad)This pick | 90/100 | From ~£2,195 pp (indicative, family adventure) | adventure and northern lights |
Good to know
- Price
- From ~£2,195 pp (indicative, family adventure)
- Bases
- Harriniva, Torassieppi and other wilderness lodges
- Style
- Tailor-made, adventure and aurora-led
- Best for ages
- School-age children and teens
- Activities
- Husky safaris, snowshoeing, ice fishing, aurora hunts
- Protection
- ATOL / ABTA protected
Insider tip · Come for the aurora window either side of the Santa peak (autumn or late winter) — skies are darker, lodges are quieter and you dodge the Christmas price surge.
Researched by WATTB
- Published
- 31 August 2026
- Updated
- 31 August 2026
- Last verified
- 31 August 2026
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