Chasing the Northern Lights in a Glass Igloo
Why Apukka Resort Should Be on Your 2026 Bucket List
For Kiwi travellers looking to tick something truly extraordinary off their travel wish list, Apukka Resort in Finnish Lapland is hard to beat. Just outside Rovaniemi—the official hometown of Santa Claus—this magical retreat offers an unforgettable blend of Arctic adventure, luxury comfort, and natural wonder.
At the heart of Apukka’s appeal are its iconic glass igloos. These cleverly designed thermal glass cabins let you gaze up at the starry Arctic sky from the warmth of your bed—and if you’re lucky, you might just witness the ethereal glow of the Northern Lights dancing overhead. It’s no exaggeration to say that this experience is bucket list material.
While Apukka Resort is open year-round, the atmosphere during the Christmas and winter months is particularly captivating. From late November through to March, the snow-covered landscape comes alive with traditional Lapland experiences. Reindeer sleigh rides through silent forests, husky safaris across frozen lakes, and evenings spent around crackling fires make for a truly magical holiday. For those after a little adrenaline, there’s snowmobiling, ice fishing, and even fat biking through the snow.
And it’s not just about winter. Apukka is equally enchanting in the warmer months, when the midnight sun bathes the landscape in a golden glow and activities like canoeing, horse riding, and hiking take centre stage. Each season offers something completely unique, but if a white Christmas under the Northern Lights is what you’re dreaming of, timing is everything.
The key thing to know?
This resort sells out fast. The glass igloos are in incredibly high demand—especially around Christmas—and it’s not uncommon for them to be fully booked over a year in advance. If you’re thinking about travelling in December 2026, now is the time to start planning.
At Wanderlust Travel Experts, we work closely with trusted suppliers to secure bookings at sought-after destinations like Apukka Resort. We can help you understand the different igloo options, plan the right activities for the season, and take care of all the details that turn a dream trip into a seamless reality.
Lapland is one of those places that stays with you long after you've returned home. If this magical winter wonderland is on your bucket list, don’t leave it too late. Contact your travel expert today to begin planning your Apukka adventure for Christmas 2026.
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