Winter rally training in Finland
16h
driving pleasure
2,5
days Event
Arctic Drift is an intensive yet balanced mix of driving and learning – with a clear focus on maximising driving time. Short coaching sessions alternate with extended driving phases on ice and snow, allowing technique, feel and control to develop step by step. Theory is kept to a minimum and flows directly into practice – for lasting learning success and genuine driving pleasure in the Arctic environment.
The Tracks
The Rally Centre near Rovaniemi in Finland is an important training ground for rallying. Located about 50 kilometres from the city, it offers over 50 kilometres of tracks on 358 hectares, including challenging sections such as lake, handling and forest circuits.
Our rally tracks, specially designed for the event, offer a unique experience for all participants – regardless of their level of experience. Whether you are a beginner taking your first steps into the world of rallying or an experienced driver with years of experience, our tracks are designed to offer everyone maximum driving pleasure and challenge.
Thanks to careful planning and design, we can guarantee that every route is both safe and challenging. Beginners benefit from clear, straightforward routes with space to learn and experiment, while experienced drivers can test themselves on technically demanding sections and varied terrain.
Our goal is to provide every participant with an unforgettable rally experience, regardless of their previous driving skills. Test your limits, improve your skills and experience the thrill of rallying on routes that are perfectly tailored to you!
Event Schedule
Day 1 – Arrival and briefing
Arrival in Rovaniemi by 5:45 p.m. (recommended flight: see "Good to know")
Welcome by the ARCTIC DRIFT team
Transfer to the hotel
Drivers briefing & dinner
Day 2 – First day of driving
Breakfast at the hotel
Snow and ice training in a Lancer Evolution provided by the organisers
Drivers' dinner
Day 3 – Second day of driving
Breakfast at the hotel
Snow and ice training in a Lancer Evolution provided by the organisers
ARCTIC DRIFT rally competition & ice taxi rides
Drivers' dinner at the rally centre
Day 4 - Departure
Breakfast at the hotel
Optional: Snowmobile tour
(booking & payment on site)
Lunch at the hotel
Transfer to the airport
Farewell by the ARCTIC DRIFT team
Departure from Rovaniemi
INCLUDED IN THE COURSE PRICE ✔️
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Hotel accommodation including breakfast
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Transfer in Rovaniemi
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Meals including snacks and soft drinks (at the hotel or in the evening at the dinner location)
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Provision of participant vehicles including all ancillary costs
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Individual support in preparation for your participation and on site
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Insurance cover
NOT INCLUDED IN THE COURSE PRICE ✖️
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Individual travel (outbound and return flights)
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Consumption from the minibar and other additional services (e.g. alcoholic beverages)
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Excess for wilful or negligent damage to vehicles:
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€4,000 per claim and vehicle
Rally genes for everyone
The Mitsubishi Evo 10: pure rally DNA for the road! Born from countless rally successes, it combines precise performance, unparalleled agility and unbridled power.
Experience the legend that proves its heritage on every corner.
The accommodation
Hotelinfo
The 4-star Hotel Santa Claus in Rovaniemi is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful hotels in Finnish Lapland. As the ‘Hotel of Santa Claus’ in the heart of the city, it offers modern, colourful rooms whose walls reflect the beauty of Lapland.
In the hotel restaurant ‘Gaissa’, you can indulge in delicious Lapland specialities. The central location provides convenient access to all sights, shops and safari experience providers.
The Santa Claus Hotel is the ideal choice for a short stay at the Arctic Circle.
Hotel information
Room amenities: shower, toilet, minibar, internet, kettle and iron
Facilities available: sauna, restaurant, café, bar
ArcticDrift in numbers
288
customers per season
12
events per season
90%
repeat customers
95%
customer satisfaction
Good to know!
Arctic Drift
While other providers operate on large lakes, our 50 kilometres of tracks are challenging lake and forest circuits. Particularly noteworthy are the approximately 10-kilometre forest tracks and the 3.3-kilometre Rally Super Special. Even rally professionals train here!
You drive almost exclusively in the breathtaking natural surroundings of the Finnish forests.
With its fully variable all-wheel drive, our Mitsubishi Evo 10 offers safety for beginners and a challenge for experienced drifters.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced driver, our routes offer maximum driving pleasure and a real challenge.
Safely planned and intelligently designed, they enable beginners to learn and progress, while also offering technically demanding passages for experienced drivers.
You will be accompanied by rally instructors with years of experience who will tailor their approach to your individual level.
Our goal: an intensive rally experience that challenges, encourages and inspires.
You will be accompanied by rally instructors with years of experience who will tailor their approach to your individual level.Our goal: an intensive rally experience that challenges, encourages and inspires.
No. The flight is not included in the training price. You can book your flights through your travel agent or through the airline Finnair.
We recommend the following flight booking from Helsinki:
HELSINKI —> ROVANIEMI
AY535 16:20 —> 17:45 (1:25h)
ROVANIEMI —> HELSINKI
AY534 14:00 —> 15:20 (1:20h)
We provide an airport transfer for you at these arrival and departure times.