About the trip

Dates

13th - 20th of February, 2027 

Trip Length

7 nights / 8 days

Accommodation

5 nights in wilderness cabins

2 nights in basecamp accommodation

Trip type

Backcountry skiing

Start point

Kiilopää, Finland

End point

Kiilopää, Finland

Recommended Airport

Ivalo Airport (IVL)

Terrain

Mountainous / hilly trails - over 100km covered

Investment

£2,200 (+ flights and transfers)

Fundraising Minimum Target

£1,000

Deposit

£300

Group Size

~7

OVERVIEW

A 7-night hut-to-hut backcountry skiing adventure through the remote Finnish wilderness. Over six days, participants will ski more than 100km through forests and Arctic fells, staying in traditional wilderness cabins along the way.

This trip is ideal for those looking for a genuine wilderness adventure and a new challenge away from the crowds. No previous Nordic or Alpine skiing experience is required. 

Along the way, there will be opportunities to experience the Northern Lights, enjoy a traditional Finnish sauna, and learn from experienced wilderness guides. It’s the perfect introduction to ski touring.

ITINERARY

Full details to be shared closer to the time.

FUNDRAISING & INVESTMENT

The minimum fundraising target for taking part in this trip is £1000. This will go directly towards our work as a charity, helping to support our communities and the beneficiaries on our Development Programme who have been impacted by trauma.

Please check out our fundraising tips  and M2M Fundraising Kit here - don't hesitate to get in touch if you are in need of support or ideas! We are here to help.

FAQs

Accommodation

We will be staying a mix of hotels, huts and camping (gear provided). 

Fundraising

The price of the trip (£2,200) does not contribute towards fundraising for Millimetres 2 Mountains. The trip fee is paid directly to our third-party provider to cover the cost of trip arrangements. 

All additional fundraising efforts will go directly to the Millimetres 2 Mountains Foundation, towards our work as a charity supporting people who have been impacted by trauma. 

The minimum fundraising target for taking part in this trip is £1,000. This will go directly towards our work as a charity, helping to support our communities and the beneficiaries on our Development Programme who have been impacted by trauma.

Please check out our fundraising tips  and our M2M Fundraising Kit for ideas. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you are in need of support or ideas - this is all part of the fun!

Travel & Transfers

Flight and transfers are not included or organised by us unless stated otherwise. You will need to organise your own travel to and from the start and finish location.

Please do not book your travel until you have received confirmation that the minimum trip number has been met.

Group Size

The expected group size of this trip will be around 7 people. This typically includes one or more M2M Beneficiaries, however this cannot always be guaranteed. While the founders of M2M endeavour to be on every trip, this is not always possible. However, there will always be an experienced M2M representative there to support you. 

Group Pace & Teamwork

Our Global Challenges are designed to encourage team spirit and community cohesion first and foremost. We invite you to connect with each other, find common ground and look out for each other. It is likely that there will be a varying mix of physical ability and confidence among the group. Our trips are all about working together, moving at the speed of the slowest person and being mindful of the needs of others to offer support where you can.

Guided Wellness Elements

Mind and body wellness is a core part of our ethos and features frequently within our outdoor trips and development programmes. Our Global Challenges sometimes involve some coaching exercises including breathwork, posed questions and gentle guided movement such as yoga or Qi Gong. Inclusion of these elements will depend upon the itinerary of each trip, and participation is always optional.

Meals & Dietary Requirements

We will have a hot dinner every night, with all meals included in the price of the trip. However, we recommend that participants bring cash for any extra food or beverages they may want during the journey.

All third party providers we partner with will cater for dietary requirements where possible. You will need to make yours known ahead of time by notifying the M2M trip organiser via email following sign up.

Third Party Provider

Sidetracked Adventures is a UK‑ and Finland‑based adventure travel company specialising in small‑group, wilderness‑focused expeditions across Europe. They design guided trips that take people off the beaten track into truly wild environments - from Arctic ski expeditions and hut‑to‑hut winter tours to summer kayaking, hiking, and multi‑day trekking journeys in places like Norway, Finland, the Alps, Scotland, and Lapland. Their ethos centres on meaningful, environmentally conscious travel, and they donate 1% of all trip costs to effective climate charities to help protect the landscapes they explore. The company is women‑owned and led by experienced international wilderness guides, creating supportive, inclusive adventures for participants of all experience levels, including women‑only trips designed to build confidence and community.

What's Included?

The trip fee includes accommodation, meals, permits, guides, and local transportation. It does not include flights to Finland - you will need to organise these independently.

Vaccinations

Please refer to the Fit For Travel NHS website to follow their country-specific advice on vaccinations and how to stay safe and healthy while abroad.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is mandatory for all of our Global Challenges. You are responsible for organising your own travel insurance which must include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, repatriation, and all activities involved in your trip. 

We recommend opting for a policy that includes personal liability, cancellation and cover in the event you are unable to join your trip due to illness or injury, curtailment, loss of luggage or personal effects, or for any other reason. Please make sure you include all health and personal information correctly.

We strongly advise that you book travel insurance as soon as you book your trip.

Visas

Please check the UK Government website for foreign travel advice, including up-to-date entry requirements and visas.

Early Arrival / Staying Longer

We always encourage you to see the sights and immerse yourself in the local area for as long as possible! If you would like to extend your stay by arriving early or adding on some time at the end of the trip, you can book directly with our start/end accommodation, or find an alternative place to stay. Details of the accommodation will be shared once the trip is confirmed.

If you arrive earlier than the check-in time of our chosen accommodation, you may wish to book an early check-in or an additional night before. Once the trip has been confirmed, you can contact the accommodation directly to find out if this is possible.

Packing List 

You will receive a full packing list following trip sign up. 

Securing your spot

Please apply to join us on this trip at via our registration (at the top of the page!). We will contact you about securing your spot with a deposit once we have the group together!

Contact

If you have any questions about the trip, please contact [email protected].

Experience Required: 6/10

Fitness Required: 6/10

Difficulty: 7/10