honeymoon in lapland: a romantic winter escape in levi, finland

There are probably easier places to go on honeymoon.

Places where you don't need three layers of clothing just to step outside. Places where the sun behaves normally. Places where your eyelashes don't occasionally freeze together. Places where dinner doesn't sometimes involve travelling through a snowy forest.

But that is rather the point.

A honeymoon in Lapland is for couples looking for something different: snow-covered forests, quiet Arctic landscapes, Northern Lights, private saunas, reindeer, huskies and evenings where there is very little to do except sit by the fire and enjoy being somewhere extraordinary together.

Levi, in Finnish Lapland, is one of Finland's best destinations for a winter honeymoon, combining Arctic wilderness with good restaurants, skiing and winter experiences, while remaining easily accessible through Kittilä Airport.

At Sixty Eight North, our small forest retreat sits on 78 hectares of private land outside Levi. With only a handful of cabins surrounded by forest, we designed it for guests who want privacy, nature and a more personal way to experience Lapland.

For a honeymoon, that works rather well.

There are worse ways to start a marriage.

why choose lapland for your honeymoon?

A Lapland honeymoon is less about traditional romance and more about experiencing something remarkable together.

Days might begin slowly with breakfast overlooking the snowy forest and end outside searching for the Northern Lights. In between, you could ride through the wilderness behind huskies, meet reindeer, snowshoe through silent forests, take a snowmobile across frozen landscapes or spend an afternoon in a Finnish sauna and outdoor hot tub.

And there is something else that is harder to put into an itinerary.

The quiet.

Once you leave the ski resorts and villages behind, Finnish Lapland becomes very peaceful. Snow absorbs sound, forests stretch for kilometres and during the darkest months there are only a few hours of soft Arctic daylight.

For couples looking for a romantic getaway in Lapland that feels private rather than busy, that is a large part of its appeal.

why levi is one of the best places for a honeymoon in lapland

Lapland is enormous, and choosing where to stay matters.

Levi is one of the best places in Finnish Lapland for couples because you can combine wilderness with comfort.

There is skiing, good food and plenty of winter activities in and around Levi, but you can also be surrounded by forest and complete silence within minutes of leaving the village.

Kittilä Airport is around 15 minutes from Levi, which also makes the area particularly convenient for international travellers arriving for a shorter Finland honeymoon.

At Sixty Eight North, we are around 15 minutes from Levi village and approximately 25 minutes from Kittilä Airport.

Close enough to enjoy Levi.

Far enough away that, when you step outside at night, you are standing in the middle of the forest rather than beneath streetlights.

private forest cabins for a honeymoon in lapland

Where you stay changes the entire feeling of a honeymoon.

A large resort can be wonderful, but if the reason you are travelling north is to experience the Arctic, we think being surrounded by nature makes a difference.

Our cabins at Sixty Eight North sit within 78 hectares of private forest near Levi in Finnish Lapland.

There are only a few of them.

That means no hotel corridors, crowded breakfast rooms or hundreds of guests coming and going.

You wake up looking at the forest.

You can walk outside into the snow.

And at night, when conditions are right, you may be able to see the Northern Lights without going anywhere at all.

For couples searching for a private or luxury honeymoon in Lapland, we think luxury here should mean something slightly different.

Space. Privacy. Time. Good food. Thoughtful service.

And having a little corner of the Arctic almost entirely to yourselves.

can you see the northern lights on a lapland honeymoon?

Hopefully.

But anyone promising that you definitely will is being creative with the truth.

The Northern Lights in Lapland are a natural phenomenon. Seeing them depends on several things coming together, including solar activity, darkness, cloud cover and timing.

Levi is located well within the auroral region, making Northern Lights sightings possible throughout the darker months when conditions cooperate. We have written more about when to see the aurora and what makes a good Northern Lights evening.

Staying outside Levi village also helps because there is less artificial light. It is one of the reasons we think the forest is the best place to stay in Levi for the Northern Lights.

Some nights, the aurora might appear while you are eating dinner.

Other nights, finding clear skies means travelling.

And sometimes you wait outside for an hour, decide nothing is happening, go inside and discover twenty minutes later that the entire sky turned green.

Northern Lights hunting requires a sense of humour.

For couples who really want to see them, joining an experienced local guide can make a significant difference. A guide can read weather conditions, understand local microclimates and travel in search of clearer skies rather than simply waiting in one location.

romantic things to do in levi for couples

One of the reasons Levi works so well for a Lapland honeymoon is the variety of experiences available.

You don't need to spend every day rushing from one activity to another.

In fact, we would recommend that you don't.

Your honeymoon probably does not need a spreadsheet.

Choose a few experiences you want to remember and leave some space between them.

A few of our favourites for couples include:

northern lights hunting

Head into the Arctic night with an expert guide and search for clear skies away from artificial light.

private sauna and outdoor hot tub

Finnish sauna is part of everyday life here, particularly in winter. Warm up in the sauna, step outside into the Arctic air and finish in the hot tub surrounded by forest.

husky sledding

Travelling through snowy trails behind a team of huskies is one of those experiences that is difficult to explain until you've done it.

reindeer experience

Spend time with reindeer and learn about their importance to life and culture in the North.

snowmobiling

A completely different way to experience Lapland's frozen landscapes and one of the best ways to cover greater distances through the wilderness. See our snowmobile in the wilderness experience.

snowshoeing

Possibly the simplest experience and one of our favourites.

Walk into the forest on snowshoes, away from roads and buildings, and experience how quiet Lapland can be in winter.

private dinner in a traditional kota

Travel through the snow to a traditional Finnish kota and spend the evening around the fire. For a honeymoon, it is difficult to find a dinner setting much more atmospheric than that.

sauna and hot tub under the arctic sky

If we had to choose one experience for couples who want to slow down, it would probably be this.

Finnish sauna is not really a spa treatment.

It is simply part of life here.

The best way to experience it is without rushing: sauna, cool Arctic air, hot tub, repeat.

In winter, everything around you is covered in snow. During the darker months, the sky can be filled with stars and, if you're particularly lucky, the Northern Lights.

It is simple.

Which is exactly why we love it.

what is the best time for a honeymoon in lapland?

The best time for a honeymoon in Lapland depends on the experience you want.

December brings Christmas atmosphere, deep winter and the darkest period of the year, the polar night. It is also one of Lapland's busiest travel periods.

January is colder and quieter, with beautiful blue Arctic light and long nights.

February brings increasing daylight while still offering proper winter conditions and deep snow.

March has longer days, excellent snow conditions and more sunshine, while evenings remain dark enough for potential Northern Lights sightings.

For couples dreaming specifically about snow, winter landscapes and Arctic activities, the main winter months are usually the best choice. Our guide to when to come to Lapland goes month by month.

There isn't one perfect month.

There is simply the month that suits the kind of Lapland honeymoon you have imagined.

how many nights should you spend in lapland on honeymoon?

For most couples, we recommend at least four to five nights in Levi.

Five nights gives you enough time to experience several of Lapland's highlights without turning your honeymoon into an endurance event.

It also gives you multiple evenings for potential Northern Lights sightings, which matters because the weather can change quickly.

If Lapland forms part of a longer honeymoon in Finland or Scandinavia, four or five nights can work beautifully.

If you want a slower journey with free days, skiing and more time in the wilderness, stay longer. There is more on this in how many nights to stay in Levi.

a 5-night lapland honeymoon itinerary

There is no reason to fill every hour of a honeymoon.

But if you're wondering what five nights in Levi might look like, we would plan something along these lines.

Day 1: arrive in Levi. Fly into Kittilä Airport and settle into your cabin. Keep the first evening simple. Have dinner, explore the forest and look outside occasionally. You never know what the sky is doing.

Day 2: reindeer and Northern Lights. Spend part of the day meeting reindeer and learning about life in the North. In the evening, head out with a local expert to search for the Northern Lights.

Day 3: husky adventure and sauna. Experience husky sledding through the snowy wilderness before returning for a slower afternoon or evening with a Finnish sauna and outdoor hot tub.

Day 4: snowmobile into the wilderness. Travel further into the Arctic landscape by snowmobile. In the evening, enjoy dinner in a kota around the fire.

Day 5: snowshoeing and time together. Take a slower walk through the forest on snowshoes, have a long lunch and leave the rest of the day deliberately empty. Honeymoons need those days too.

Day 6: breakfast and departure. One final look at the forest before heading back to Kittilä Airport. Then go home wondering why normal life contains so much noise.

Or decide five nights wasn't enough.

We would understand.

a private lapland honeymoon at sixty eight north

Sixty Eight North is a small forest retreat near Levi in Finnish Lapland, created for travellers who want to experience the North away from mass tourism.

Our retreat has only a handful of cabins set within 78 hectares of private forest.

We live here and know this part of Lapland intimately. Our approach is to keep stays personal and experiences carefully chosen rather than filling every day with activities.

For honeymooners, we can help bring together the different parts of a private Lapland honeymoon: accommodation, Arctic experiences, sauna, dining and time in the wilderness. Our wellness stays for two are one way to start: three or four nights with breakfast, lunch, airport transfers and a few private experiences included, from €4,930.

You still get the experiences people travel across the world to see.

But you also get time to enjoy where you actually are.

For us, that is the point of coming to Lapland.

frequently asked questions about honeymoons in lapland

Is Lapland good for a honeymoon?

Yes. Finnish Lapland is an excellent honeymoon destination for couples looking for nature, privacy and winter experiences rather than a traditional beach honeymoon. Northern Lights, snowy forests, husky sledding, reindeer, Finnish sauna, winter dining and private cabins make it particularly suited to couples looking for a memorable winter escape.

Is Levi good for a honeymoon?

Yes. Levi is one of the most convenient destinations for a honeymoon in Finnish Lapland, combining Arctic wilderness and winter activities with restaurants, skiing and easy access through nearby Kittilä Airport. Couples can stay close to Levi while choosing accommodation outside the village for greater privacy, darker skies and a quieter experience.

Where is the best place in Lapland for couples?

That depends on the type of trip you want. Couples looking for a combination of wilderness, winter activities, restaurants and convenient flight connections should consider Levi in Finnish Lapland. Staying outside Levi village gives you easier access to nature and darker skies while keeping the resort within easy reach.

Can you see the Northern Lights from Levi?

Yes. Levi lies within Finland's auroral region and the Northern Lights can be visible when solar activity, cloud cover and darkness cooperate. Staying outside the centre of Levi reduces artificial light, but no accommodation or guide can guarantee an aurora sighting.

What is the best month for a Lapland honeymoon?

December through March all offer proper winter conditions but feel different. December is atmospheric and busy, January is dark and peaceful, February brings more daylight and March combines deep snow with longer, brighter days.

How many days do you need for a Lapland honeymoon?

We recommend around four to five nights as a minimum. This allows time for several Arctic experiences, quieter moments together and multiple opportunities to see the Northern Lights without needing to pack activities into every day.

Is Lapland a luxury honeymoon destination?

It can be. Luxury in Lapland is often less about large hotels and more about privacy, wilderness, private experiences, excellent food and personal service. Couples can stay in secluded cabins, book private Arctic experiences and enjoy sauna, hot tubs and intimate dining surrounded by nature.

How much does a honeymoon in Lapland cost?

The cost of a Lapland honeymoon varies considerably depending on the season, accommodation, length of stay and whether you choose private or shared experiences. Christmas and New Year are generally among the busiest periods, while private Northern Lights hunts, husky experiences, snowmobiling and dining experiences will increase the overall cost. As a reference, our three-night wellness stay for two at Sixty Eight North is €4,930 including breakfast, lunch, transfers and several private experiences. Planning early gives couples the best choice of accommodation and experiences.

planning your honeymoon in lapland

If your idea of a honeymoon involves white beaches and warm seas, Lapland might not be the obvious choice.

But if it involves waking up in a snow-covered forest, driving a husky team across frozen trails, sitting together in a hot tub beneath the Arctic sky and going outside at midnight because someone thinks they just saw something green above the trees...

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Sixty Eight North is a private forest retreat near Levi in Finnish Lapland, approximately 25 minutes from Kittilä Airport. Explore our cabins and private Arctic experiences to start planning your honeymoon in Lapland.