Immerse yourself in the snow-covered landscapes of Finnish Lapland while experiencing the magic of the Northern Lights while snowmobiling in Rovaniemi!
Calling all adventurers - set out into the wilds of Finland in search of the Aurora Borealis on this thrilling 4-hour, guided Northern Lights snowmobile tour in Rovaniemi! Welcoming beginners and Arctic explorers ages 18 and up.
The city of Rovaniemi is located in northern Finland and is the capital of Finnish Lapland. Famed as the official hometown of Santa Claus, Rovaniemi is also known for its vast and pristine wilderness. Due to its northern location just below the Arctic Circle, Rovaniemi is an amazing place to view the spectacular colours of the Northern Lights! If you're seeking a remarkable experience in Finland, this Northern Lights snowmobile tour in Rovaniemi is for you.
The adventure begins at one of the listed meeting points in Rovaniemi, where you and your group (a maximum of 8 participants) will arrive or be picked up (please see 'special terms'). After being greeted by your seasoned instructor/guide, you'll receive a safety and itinerary briefing along with a thermal suit, winter boots, gloves, a balaclava, and a helmet. Once you're geared up, you'll be provided with an introduction to snowmobiling and snowmobile driving techniques. After practising under the supervision of your instructor, the fun starts!
As twilight falls, you'll set out into the magnificent snow-capped taiga forests of Finnish Lapland at high speeds with the lights of your snowmobile illuminating the way. With a rush of adrenaline, you'll take in the scenery and if luck is on your side, you may witness the vivid colours of the breathtaking Northern Lights. Don't forget your camera!
Midway through the Northern Lights snowmobile tour in Rovaniemi, you'll stop for a break to warm up around a crackling bonfire with campfire snacks and hot drinks. As you savour the serenity of nature in Finnish Lapland, you'll learn more about this extraordinary natural phenomenon. Re-energized, you'll return to the original departure point in Rovaniemi with lifelong memories of Finnish Lapland and the photos to go with them!
For an unforgettable adventure in Finland this winter, book this incredible Northern Lights snowmobile tour in Rovaniemi today!
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Practical information
- Arrival at the meeting point or pick up outside of central Rovaniemi (please see 'special terms')
- Meet your experienced instructor
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Receive your thermal suit, boots, balaclava, gloves, and helmet
- Introduction to snowmobiling and snowmobile driving techniques
- The adventure begins!
- Set out into the snow-covered forests of Finnish Lapland under the Northern Lights
- Hot drink and snack break around a campfire
- The adventure continues!
- Return to the original meeting point in Rovaniemi
Please be advised that a minimum of 2 participants is required to run this snowmobile tour.
In addition, all snowmobile drivers must present a valid driver's license onsite and be at least 18 years old.
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited.
This snowmobile tour is not recommended for those with health concerns.
If you are staying in the centre of Rovaniemi, please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the departure time.
Please list any dietary restrictions when booking.
The difficulty level of this snowmobile excursion is listed as 'easy'.
Since the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed.
Pick-up is offered from the following locations outside of Rovaniemi centre and starts at least 1 hour before the departure time, please list when booking:
- Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
- Guesthouse Borealis
- Guesthouse Borealis
- Hostel Ibedcity
- Läkituvat Cottages / Meeting Point
- Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
- Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
- Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
- Lomavekarit / Arctic Resort Delight resort
- Motelli Rovaniemi
- Motelli Rovaniemi
- Napapiirin Saarituvat
- Napapiirin Saarituvat Cottages
- Santa Claus Holiday Village Reception
- Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
- Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
- Instructor
- Hotel transfers outside of Rovaniemi centre
- Thermal suit
- Winter boots
- Gloves
- Helmet
- Balaclava
- Hot drinks
- Food
- Warm layers of clothing
- Warm underlayers
- Wool socks
- Scarf
- Warm gloves/mittens
- Snacks
- Water
- Camera