Guided Northern Lights Skiing Tour from Rovaniemi

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3.5 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 12 years-old and up
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Experience the captivating Northern Lights while backcountry skiing in Finland from Rovaniemi!

Head out of the city and into the wilderness of Finnish Lapland in search of the magical Aurora Borealis on this 3.5-hour, guided backcountry Northern Lights skiing tour from Rovaniemi! Welcoming beginners and explorers ages 12 and up.

Located just below the Arctic Circle, Finland's vibrant city of Rovaniemi is the capital of Finnish Lapland and is renowned for its stunning boreal forests, rolling hills, and the pristine rivers, and lakes that surround it. As one of the best places to observe the vivid colours of the Aurora Borealis, a guided backcountry Northern Lights skiing tour from Rovaniemi is not to be missed!

For your convenience, pick-up is included if your accommodations are located outside of Rovaniemi city centre (please see 'special terms'), otherwise, you can meet your instructor onsite. Either way, you'll depart for the scenic transfer to the backcountry surrounding Rovaniemi. Upon your arrival, you'll receive your equipment, including skis, poles, a thermal suit, and winter boots in addition to a safety and itinerary briefing. Next, you and your group (a maximum of 8 participants) will be provided with an introduction to backcountry skiing and skiing techniques. Depending on the skill and fitness levels of the group, skiing time ranges from 90-120 minutes.

Now, the fun-filled guided Northern Lights skiing tour from Rovaniemi starts! With your headlamp on, you'll traverse the extraordinary snow-covered landscapes of Finnish Lapland, savouring the serenity of nature. Don't forget your camera to capture the dancing colours of the Northern Lights!

Midway through the excursion, you'll stop to warm up around a crackling outdoor fire with delicious snacks and beverages. In addition, the guide will share fascinating facts about the Northern Lights, as well as Arctic nature and wildlife. Re-energized, you'll return to the departure point and return to civilization with memories that will last a lifetime of this Northern Lights skiing tour from Rovaniemi!

Experience the enchantment of the Aurora Borealis in Finland by booking this unforgettable guided Northern Lights skiing tour from Rovaniemi today!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Pick-up from hotels outside of Rovaniemi centre (begins 1 hour before the departure time, please list when booking) or arrival at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time

- Meet your experienced guide

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Receive your skis, poles, thermal suit, and winter boots

- The adventure begins!

- Scenic drive to the departure point

- Arrival

- Introduction to skiing and skiing techniques

- Backcountry skiing

- Campfire snacks and beverages

- Return to the vehicle

- Transfer back to the original meeting point in Rovaniemi

Activity requirements

Please be advised that a minimum of 2 participants is required to run this snowshoeing tour.

This excursion is not recommended for those with health concerns.

Special terms

Please list the address of your accommodations if they are outside of the centre of Rovaniemi.

This skiing excursion is labelled as 'easy'.

In addition, if you are meeting onsite, please arrive at least 15 minutes before the departure time.

Since the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed.

Pick-up from hotels outside of the centre of Rovaniemi begins 1 hour before the departure time from the following locations:

  • 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
Meeting point:
Wild About Lapland Office, Rovakatu 24, Rovaniemi, 96200, Finland
Spoken languages:English, Finnish
Included
  • Guide
  • Hotel transfers (if outside of Rovaniemi city centre)
  • Headlamp
  • Skis
  • Poles
  • Thermal overalls
  • Winter boots
  • Campfire snacks
  • Hot drinks
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Warm underlayers
  • Wool socks
  • Hat
  • Gloves/mittens
  • Scarf
  • Water
  • Camera

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