Team

Our Team

Welcome to Polar Lights Tours – we invite you to meet our team of passionate guides, animal caretakers, and wilderness experts who make every guest’s visit to Finnish Lapland unforgettable. When you meet our team, you’ll find not just staff, but a close-knit family of local guides, animal caretakers, and nature lovers dedicated to creating meaningful and memorable experiences. Each member of our team brings their own unique story, expertise, and passion for the Arctic.

From husky handlers to horse trekking guides and reindeer caretakers, our experienced professionals ensure that every guest enjoys safe, authentic, and unforgettable moments in nature. Learn more about our husky experiences or take a look at our story and values.

We are proud to be part of Finnish Lapland’s rich traditions and responsible travel culture. Discover more about Lapland travel at Visit Finland – Lapland.

Päivi Hiukka

As the CEO of the company and a long-time tourism professional, I’m also a true horse enthusiast at heart. In addition to my responsibilities as CEO, I take care of our horses and oversee the company’s sales and development.

Jarmo Leskinen

As the company’s office manager, I take care of IT operations. Organized and precise, I ensure everything runs smoothly — from schedules to resource coordination. I’m also a big animal lover and enjoy helping in the kennel and stable. Together with the team, we create a safe and pleasant environment for customers, staff, and animals

Meet Hugo - Husky Guide

I’m a passionate Dutch husky guide with a deep love for my dogs and the art of mushing. My journey started with Angie, my first Siberian Husky, who I brought from Belgium to give her the life she deserved in a snowy landscape. She’s the reason I began my career in mushing. Over the years, I’ve trained and raised my own team, including my main leaders, Hallon and Jovi, who are key to our adventures. I fell in love with the Nordic lifestyle, and now, traveling with my dogs, competing, and sharing the unique experience of Lapland’s wilderness is my life. I’m always excited to meet guests from different cultures, exchange stories, and offer a true insight into the Lapland lifestyle. Whether it’s racing through the snow or teaching the art of mushing, I aim to connect you with the beauty of this land and the incredible bond between musher and dog.

Hanna Huhtamäki

A professional in the field with over 30 years of experience in the production and development of animal program services, whose passion is the well-being of tourism animals

Elina Kenttämaa

As a qualified wilderness guide, I oversee the daily operations at our kennel. My main responsibility is to ensure the well-being of our dogs, making sure they are healthy, happy, and ready for adventures with our guests.
I am a positive and solution-oriented person, and I enjoy finding the best ways to tackle any challenge. In my free time, I love fishing and spending time in nature – it’s a way of life for me.

Juha Näkkäläjärvi

Buorre beaivi!
I’m Juha, the machine master at Polar Lights Tours. I take care of ensuring that our equipment – snowmobiles, vehicles, and other machinery – are always in top condition and ready for use. When needed, I also participate in safaris and assist in all company operations.
I come from the village of Näkkälä, and my Sámi roots are a strong part of my identity. I know the nature of Lapland and its challenges well, and I make sure that our excursions run safely and smoothly – no matter the weather.