A destination only dreams are made of
The most exclusive lodge in Lapland, the sprawling estate of OCTOLA Private Wilderness is a captivating escape from the hustle and bustle and will immerse you in lush forests and enchanting folklore. It’s a treat that will delight both adults and children alike. We have been absolutely blown away by this stunning resort and is now on all of our bucket lists and we guarantee it will be on yours too. It draws in a crowd of devoted admirers that includes royalty and celebrities and is among the most exclusive private residences in the world, where you can indulge in every conceivable luxury and exclusive service, while finding inspiration, relaxation, and wonder. Well-being, adventure, and quality time merge in a way that is unparalleled and with such stunning surroundings, it’s no wonder guests are sworn to secrecy about the location.
Part of the philosophy of luxury in Lapland is to be secluded, far from the crowds and to be at one with nature, but with access to every conceivable private service and comfort. It is in such a place that you will find inspiration and relaxation.
All the things you need to know
Introducing a revolutionary change in accommodation, providing exclusive properties and rooms in the Arctic that meets the needs of travellers who are looking for experiential escapes that still offer other worldly luxury.
Octola’s shape is derived from traditional Lapp ‘laavu’ buildings, that in the past used to provide shelter for the people living the nomadic lifestyle.
- Full Buyout
Includes staff and services, 12 en-suite rooms
- Octola Lodge
Includes staff and services, 10 en-suite rooms
- Book the 6 bedroom Wing of Octola Lodge
Includes staff and services, 6 en-suite rooms
- Book the 4 bedroom Wing of Octola Lodge
Includes staff and services, 4 en-suite rooms
- Book Octola Villa
There are dedicated chefs on hand and of whom have created an eight-course North Pole menu to honour the versatile Arctic cuisine.
You will be served Nordic Cuisine in the chalet, with preferred local ingredients which have been naturally growing in the region.
The chefs selects all the ingredients and control the preparation process to make sure that you will fully admire the food and presentation.
Any of your preferences or dietary requirements will also be catered for.
Octola Spa & Health Clinic
Enjoy pure relaxation in any of the three different pool settings.
The innovative, Finnish-designed, temperature-adjustable ‘cold pool’ can simulate the traditional and wellbeing-enhancing avanto swimming experience of dipping in a hole in a frozen lake or river between sauna bathing sessions. A custom-built high-end swimming pool features a resisting-current function of the kind used by Olympic athletes and its floor-to-ceiling glass windows offer fabulous views across the Lapland wilderness. An outdoor hot tub with jacuzzi completes the range of bathing options.
After a refreshing dip relax in the traditional, log-lined Finnish Suana – and enjoy the massage and treatment room facilities by pre-booking an exclusive wellness treatment. The spa also has a separate, compact cabin for fireside relaxation and yoga sessions.
Also included in your stay:
- Daily housekeeping
- Butler service
- Wilderness hotel manager
- Wilderness guide
- All transfers on Mercedes vans
- Protective outer clothing (there’s also possibility to purchase thermal underwear)
Octola Summer Experiences
Open your senses for the environment, respect and love it while you feel the connection. Finnish nature is pure, with a lot of space to simply just breathe.
- A magical meeting with Father Christmas – Here the children will discover the true magic of Christmas with an experience that you will not find anywhere else
- A choice of yoga experiences
- Husky walk and Horse riding
- Reindeer herding and Bear watching
- Wilderness cuisine experience
- A choice of Midnight sun experiences
- A choice of hiking experiences
- Searching for the Northern Lights
- A choice of National Parks or Science centre tours to enjoy
- Survival tasks
- Shaman experience
- Sami culture & Joik performance
- Handicraft workshop
- A choice of driving experiences
Octola Winter Experiences
Finnish Lapland has a reindeer population of about 200,000 which means thatmore reindeer than people live in Finnish Lapland.
- A magical meeting with Father Christmas – Here the children will discover the true magic of Christmas with an experience that you will not find anywhere else
- Feeding the reindeer
- Surprise visit from an elf
- Arctic Wildlife Park
- Magical meeting
- Reindeer Sleigh ride
- Handicraft workshop
- Evening with Geophysicist
- Husky sledding
- Winter driving with Can-Ams
- Ice Fishing
- Sámi culture and enchanting Joik performance
- Snowmobiling and mini-skidoos
- Horseback riding
- Winter Ice swimming
- Snowshoeing in the woods
- Dinner at the Ice Restaurant
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We are here to help. Our travel experts will organise and book your dream holiday.
call us today or complete our online enquiry form to start your next adventure.