Lainio Snow Village with Ice Restaurant Dinner, Levi. Dinner at -6°C, at a Table Carved from Ice
On arrival, you are escorted directly to the ice restaurant, where you will enjoy a unique and memorable 3-course dinner. Ice tables, ice chairs, sculpted snow walls and carved ice surround you, with the temperature kept at a steady -6°C. Dinner takes approximately 1–1.5 hours. After dinner, you will have 1–1.5 hours for the guided Snow Village tour and ice bar visit before the return journey.
Why This Is One of the Most Memorable Dining Experiences in Finnish Lapland
- Dinner at -6°C, at a table and chair carved from ice, inside a building that will not exist by spring
- A 3-course menu built around Lappish ingredients: reindeer, arctic fish, local berries
- A completely hand-built world of snow and ice, different theme every season
- Guided tour of the exhibition and warm berry juice in the ice bar after dinner
- Just 40 minutes from Levi centre
The Snow Village: A New Theme Every Year
Lainio Snow Village is built entirely from snow and ice each November. The theme changes every year. Previous seasons have included Game of Thrones, Nordic Mythology, Underworld, and the Underwater World in 2024–2025. For 2025–2026, the Snow Village’s 25th anniversary, the theme was Pure Celebration: a carnival, a Rio de Janeiro area and an ice bar decorated in the colours of Ireland.
The Ice Restaurant Menu: 2026–2027 Season
Starters
Lapland delicacies: reindeer, northern fish, small farm cheese, vegetables and berries, served tapas-style. L/G
Mushroom soup: Vasterbotten cheese, Tarragon oil. L, G on request
Mains
Reindeer two ways: Roasted beetroot puree, black currant sauce. L/G
Arctic char: Parsnip puree, apple chutney, lobster sauce. L/G
Sauteed reindeer: Mashed potatoes, pickled cucumbers and lingonberries. L/G
Chicken gyoza: Roasted pepper sauce, wasabi creme fresh. L
Spruce tip risotto: Roasted hazelnuts, vasterbotten cheese, pickled spruce tip L/G
Children’s mains
Fish (L,G)
Sautéed reindeer (L,G)
Chicken nuggets (L)
with:
Mashed potatoes (L)
French fries (G)
Desserts
Chocolate brownie: Vanilla sauce, orange foam. L/G
Mille-feuille: Cloudberry and vanilla pastry cream. L
L = Lactose free · G = Gluten free · M = May contain
Who This Is For
- Couples, families and groups looking for a genuinely unusual dinner in a one-of-a-kind setting
- Guests who want to combine the Snow Village visit with a proper meal
- Those who appreciate Lappish cuisine and want to experience it in the most distinctive possible setting
- Anyone for whom a dinner at -6°C at a table made of ice is something worth doing once
Responsibility waiver: Scandinavian Travel Group is not responsible for changes, disruptions or unavailability affecting Lainio Snow Village or any third-party venue visited during this program, for whatever reason including weather, construction delays or venue decisions. Where a venue is unavailable, STG will make reasonable alternative arrangements where possible. No refund is due for circumstances beyond our control.
What's included
- Transportation from your accommodation (approximately 40 minutes each way)
- Your guide’s assistance throughout the program
- Entrance ticket to Snow Village
- 3 course dinner in the ice restaurant
- Warm berry juice (non-alcoholic) in a cup in the ice bar
Not included
- Warm winter clothing (available to rent separately - see Recommendation).
- Alcoholic and other drinks in the ice bar, café or restaurant.
Important remarks
F.A.Q.
- What is included in the 3-course dinner?
A starter, main course and dessert chosen from the ice restaurant menu. The menu features Lappish ingredients: reindeer, arctic fish, local berries and foraged flavours. See the menu section above for the full 2025–2026 menu — the 2026–2027 menu must be confirmed before publishing.
- How cold is it during dinner?
The ice restaurant is inside the Snow Village — the temperature during dinner is the same as throughout the building: a consistent -6°C (21°F). Warm clothing is essential, including during the meal. The chairs and table are carved from ice.
- What is the itinerary for the visit?
On arrival guests are escorted directly to the ice restaurant — dinner is pre-booked at 17:00, fully paid, seating arranged by the restaurant — guests pay nothing on arrival; only additional drinks ordered on site are charged separately. Dinner takes approximately 1–1.5 hours. After dinner, 1–1.5 hours for the guided Snow Village tour and ice bar visit before the return journey.
- What is the Snow Village theme for 2026–2027?
⚠ To be confirmed and updated before publishing.
- Is this suitable for young children?
Yes, all ages are welcome. The temperature inside is -6°C throughout, including during dinner — children must be dressed in warm winter clothing for the entire visit. Child price applies for ages 4–14. Children under 4: fixed rate applies. A children’s menu is available.
Important remarks:
Season: Open daily Dec 25 – Apr 6. Ice restaurant open from Dec 25 for the dinner program. Pre-booking required — table reservation is made on your behalf as part of this tour.
Temperature: Consistently around -6°C (21°F) inside. Warm clothing is essential throughout, including during dinner.
Menu: The 2026–2027 menu must be confirmed and updated before publishing.
Drinks: Alcoholic drinks and beverages beyond the included berry juice are at extra cost.
Pickup: Free pick-up and drop-off from several designated locations in the Levi area.
Child pricing: Child price applies for ages 4–14. Children under 4: fixed rate applies.
Warm winter clothing: Not included.
IMPORTANT! Available to rent only at Scandinavian Travel Group / Safarimarket pick-up location (Keskuskuja 2 B 3). Clothing will not be delivered to other pick-up locations. Allow at least 20 minutes before departure to get dressed.
Recommendation
- Wear warm winter clothing suitable for sustained time at -6°C — including during the dinner.
- Thermal layers, insulated boots and gloves are strongly recommended. C
- lothing can be rented from the Safarimarket office in Levi centre at extra charge of €12. Arrive at least 20 minutes before departure if you need rental clothing.
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 60 days or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 365 days or less before the event