Sámi Cultural Center Sajos, Inari PHOTO: Ville-Riiko Fofonoff / Sámediggi | Saamelaiskäräjät | The Sámi Parliament

UArctic Assembly 2025
Program Highlights

The program highlights listed below are all part of the UArctic Assembly 2025 in Inari, Sápmi, Finland.

You can see an overview of the whole program here

Registration is now open via this link. The registration fee is 500 € and deadline for registrations is May 23, 2023.

Sajos

Guided Tour of Sámi Cultural Center Sajos

Friday, June 6, 2025

Time: 14:00 (1-2 hour duration)

Location: Sámi Cultural Center Sajos, Menesjärventie 2A 99870 INARI 


During the guided tour, you will get to learn about the Sámi Parliament in Finland, as well as the beautiful Sámi Cultural Centre Sajos. There will additionally be a showing of the 15-minute short film Sápmi - The Way of Being, which provides a glimpse into what contemporary life is like in Sápmi.

Siida - Sámi Museum and Nature Center // Visit and Guided Tour

Friday, June 6, 2025

Location: Inarintie 46, Inari

Time: 15:00 (duration 1-2 hours)

Sámi Museum Siida is an award-winning museum situated alongside the picturesque Juutuanjoki River. It comprises several temporary and online exhibitions alongside the following permanent three:

  • Permanent Exhibition: Sámi culture and northern nature.
  • Open-Air Museum: An area of around 50 buildings and structures that provide a glimpse into Sámi livelihoods and architecture.
  • Skolt Sámi Heritage House: Comprises an authentic Koltta homestead and accompanying outbuilding, with an exhibition detailing Skolt Sámi life as it was and is.

Photo: Siida.

Siida Open Air Museum
Lake Inari Cruise (1)

Lake Inari Cruise

Friday, June 6, 2025 (weather permitting)

Time: 17:00 - 19:30. Guests are kindly asked to arrive 15 minutes early.

Location: Inari Harbour (Siida - Sámi Museum and Nature Center side), Huutokalliontie 2, 99870 INARI

Join us for a relaxing and scenic catamaran cruise across the gorgeous Lake Inari. The lake is the third largest in Finland and comprises more than 3300 islands, of which the sacred Ukko Island will be possible to enjoy from a short distance. Light snacks are included, and there is an audio guide available in both Finnish and English.

 

Reindeer Farm Visit

Saturday, June 7, 2025 

Location: Inarin Porofarmi, Kittiläntie 1445, 99870 Inari, FINLAND

(14km from Inari)

Time: Departure time TBA

Come along for a visit to the wonderful Inari Reindeerfarm! The family-owned farm provides the opportunity to see reindeer from up close and to learn all there is to know about Sámi reindeer husbandry.

Photo: Owners of Inari Reindeerfarm

Inarin Porofarmi
Horagállis (2)

Concert: Áilu Valle & Amoc (Mikkâl Morottaja)

Saturday, June 7, 2025 

Location: Ukko Restaurant, Wilderness Hotel Inari, Inarintie 2, 99870 Inari

Time: 21:00

Two of the most influential figures of the contemporary Sámi music scene, rap artists Áilu Valle and Amoc (Mikkâl Morottaja) are set to put on a can't-miss performance at Ukko Restaurant. Be sure to check out their single Horagállis 'God of Thunder' from their upcoming bilingual Inari Sámi-North Sámi album. You can attend by registering for dinner at Ukko Restaurant when registering for the Assembly.

 

 

Sulaoja Nature Trail - Optional Evening Excursion

Sunday, June 8

Location: Kevo Nature Park

Time: Departure time TBA (Duration: 4-5 hours)

Price: 70€

This 2km route is a must for all those who are looking to surround themselves with the beautiful landscapes and fresh air that Finland has to offer. The circular trail route is of moderate hiking difficulty. It passes by Finland's largest natural spring, thats deep turquoise waters filled with fish are the pinnacle of the trek.

Photo: Jonna Saari. "Dipper at work."

Jonna Saari
Paltto Elämysretket

Motorboat Trip to the Ravadas Falls

Monday, June 9

Location: Paltto Elämysretket, Lemmenjoen kylätie 100, 99870 Inari

Time: Departure time TBA (Duration: 7 hours)

Price: 110€

Craving a bit of adventure? Join us and travel 17km by motorboat on the Lemmenjoki River to see the majestic Ravadas Falls. There will be a lunch pause for reindeer soup on the shore, with some cake and coffee to enjoy around the campfire. The trip finishes off with a reindeer encounter and a visit to Felt Art Studio Ateljee Huopapirtti.

 

 

 

Self-Guided Hikes

Monday, June 9

Pielpajärvi Wilderness Church

9km round trip, 5 hour duration

This hike leads to the magnificent Pielpajärvi Wilderness Church, built in the mid-18th century. It is still used on occasion for Midsummer celebrations and weddings. Follow the signage from Siida Sámi Museum to Sarviniementie, where the trail-head is situated.

Otsamo Fell

From atop Otsamo Fell it is possible to enjoy a view of nearby lakes, rivers, and other fells. There is also a cabin located at the peak to pause for a break. It is 9km from Siida Sámi Museum, or from the parking lot at Rovajärvi it is around 2.5km to the top of the fell.

Tuulijärvi Route

The Tuulijärvi trail is 2.8km (90min) long that leads to a beautiful spot alongside the lake. There is additionally a shelter great for picnics. The trail starts from Tuulijärvi parking lot, about 9km from Inari city center.

Juutua Trail

6.8km (4 hours)

Enjoy the sound of Juutuajoki's rapids as you go along this scenic route. There is a suspension bridge across the river and a shelter for a relaxing snack break. The trailhead is on the left side of Saarikoskentie, just before Inari aquaculture station.

 

Photo Credit: Inari-Saariselkä Tourism Ltd.

Credit: Inari-Saariselkä Tourism Ltd. Pielpajärvi Wilderness Church.