Experience the magnificent Northern Lights in comfort on this minivan chase in Finnish Lapland from Saariselkä. Welcoming adventurers ages 4 and up!
Experience the magnificent Northern Lights in comfort on this minivan chase in Finnish Lapland from Saariselkä. Welcoming adventurers from ages 4 and up!
Saariselkä is a village located in the northern part of Finnish Lapland. It is surrounded by vast wilderness areas, including pristine forests, mountains, and Arctic tundra. This makes it an ideal destination for outdoor activities and nature enthusiasts. Due to its northern location, Saariselkä is also one of the best places in the world to witness the Northern Lights during the winter months. The clear, dark skies provide optimal conditions for observing this natural phenomenon.
The excursion will begin at the meeting point (transfer is also available from specific locations upon booking), where you will meet your experienced guide. You and your group (a maximum of 7 participants) will pile into a warm and cosy minivan. From there, the chase begins!
The guide will drive you to the best area to witness the Northern Lights on that evening. Sometimes, the sky might be clearer north or south of Saariselkä. The experienced team will track the weather and travel in search of clear skies. This hunt for the Northern Lights is ideal for those who want to travel in comfort! Along the way, your guide will share insights about Arctic life and the history of the region.
Once you have reached the prime viewpoint, you will leave the van to admire the magical Aurora Borealis. You will enjoy some hot drinks and snacks while taking in the magnificent sight. In this remote Arctic location away from light pollution, the sky should dance before your eyes. There will be plenty of time to behold this spectacle and take pictures to capture the memory. Once you have finished your mesmerising encounter with the Northern Lights, you will return to the original meeting point by minivan again.
To chase the awe-inspiring Northern Lights out of the cold, don’t miss this family-friendly excursion by minivan in Saariselkä. Book your next unforgettable adventure in Finnish Lapland now!
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Practical information
Transfer is available upon request from the following locations, please specify when booking:
- Star Arctic Hotel
- Top Star Hotel
- Northern Light Village
- Fell Center Kiilopaa
- Muotka Wilderness Hotel
- Aurora Queen Resort
- Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort East Village
- Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort West Village
- Meet at the starting point in Saariselkä (pick-up is available from listed locations)
- The adventure begins!
- Drive by minivan to the best viewpoint
- Admire the Northern Lights
- Enjoy hot drinks and snacks
- Return to the original starting point
Please note that since the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed.
- Guide
- Transfer from listed locations
- Hot drinks
- Snacks
- Transfer from unlisted locations
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter overalls
- Winter boots
- Woolen socks
- Mittens
- Hat
- Scarf
- Camera