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 – Founder of Polar Lights Tours, with her horses

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
Jarmo Leskinen – Office manager and IT coordinator at Polar Lights Tours
Hugo – Husky guide with a passion for mushing and Arctic dogs

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
Hanna – Animal welfare and experience production expert with 30 years of experience
Elina – Wilderness guide, ensuring dog wellbeing

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.

Martina Rahikainen

The reason I came to Finland was my love for winter and snow. Then came the dogs into my life and I just wanted to stay.
I am fascinated of the energy our dogs have and the will to run.
For me it realy is a privilege to spend so much time with our amazing dogs and drive through the beautiful finish nature on a sled and listen to the dogs runing, nothing else.
Juha – Sámi technician ensuring equipment safety and assisting in safaris
Elina – Wilderness guide, ensuring dog wellbeing

Silva Suorsa

I am a trained animal caretaker and trainer, and I feel fortunate to work with my true passion – huskies. Dogs have always been a part of my life, and caring for their well-being is at the heart of everything I do. I look after our huskies year-round, from puppies to retirees, learning to understand each dog’s unique needs and strengths.
On safaris, I get to share this world with our guests: it’s truly special to see the excitement and strength with which our dogs perform their work. The most rewarding part of my job is watching happy, motivated animals – and being able to share their energy with visitors.

Jenni Vesala

I am a friendly and approachable horse guide at Polar Lights Tours, passionate about creating unforgettable experiences in the beautiful nature of Lapland. Working with animals has always been close to my heart, and while I love all the animals on our farm, I have a special connection with our gentle and big-hearted Finnish horses. Their calm nature and strong character make every ride unique and meaningful.

Juha – Sámi technician ensuring equipment safety and assisting in safaris
Elina – Wilderness guide, ensuring dog wellbeing

Netta Mustonen

I work as a horse guide at our company, where I get to combine my love for animals, nature, and meeting people from around the world. Animals have always been an important part of my life, and I grew up surrounded by horses and dogs, which taught me from an early age how special the connection between humans and animals can be. I especially enjoy working with our friendly and gentle horses and guiding guests through the peaceful landscapes of Lapland. One of the best parts of my work is seeing the happiness and excitement our horses bring to our visitors.

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