Summer hiking in Saariselkä is safe if you follow safety advise and know your own limits. Routes near Saariselkä village are well marked and require only sneakers and clothes accordant with current weather. It's recommended to purchase an inexpensive map from your hotel reception or local market. Don't go alone into fields, at least without informing your hotel reception. Ask safety advises from your hotel reception if you feel unsure. Don't forget to report to your hotel when you come back. Weather conditions can change a lot even if it's warm and sunny when you leave.
Cellphone networks may not cover many places in between fields.
Tourists usually never meet any dangerous animals in Saariselkä. There are some bears in the eastern part of the national park, but bears would rather avoid humans if they can. It's recommended to indicate somehow to animals that you are roaming in the neighborhood.
Crime figures for Saariselkä are very low.
Tap water is potable and of high quality.
In case of emergency call number 112. If you need medical consultation less urgently, contact to MedInari health service nurse and doctor services +3580207205830, address Kelotie 1, Saariselkä. It's managed by the Inari municipality and some local travel-related companies.